LUXURY BOARD GAMES THAT DOUBLE AS STATEMENT DÉCOR
If there’s one simple way to bring everyone together, it’s an evening playing board games. From the financial cut and thrust of Monopoly to the intrigue of a good murder-mystery with Cluedo, literary arguments over a game of Scrabble, or a meditative game of chess with a worthy opponent, games can mentally stimulate and entertain us. But decorative games can also become an integral part of your interior design, providing an interest point on a table or even inspiring you to add a gaming table to your layout.
At CB2, we love games, and we also love the aesthetic beauty a luxury chess set or a stylish backgammon board can bring to a room. Here are our top tips on how to incorporate board games décor into your design.
Luxury chessboards
Chess has been played for thousands of years in various forms. It's a skilled game of strategy where you outthink your opponent's every move to secure a win. Luxury chess sets capture the elegance, the beauty, and the intricacy of the game, from a richly decorated board to intricately carved chess pieces.
Games can go on for days, weeks, or even years, and when you’re not playing a chess game, the set can become a stunningly beautiful ornament. Rather than a static vase or artwork, a chessboard as décor is alive with possibilities and constantly changing. Our top tip: make sure you display your luxury chess set on a solid, secure surface to avoid a knock scattering the pieces over the floor!
Creating a board game corner
Games nights involve much more than just breaking out the Monopoly and arguing over the rules. It should involve cosy seats, subtle lighting, and, of course, plenty of snacks. If you're a regular games night player, consider creating a special corner with a gaming table that features built-in storage to keep items like counters, card packs, and games safe when not in use. A nest of occasional tables is perfect for putting bowls of nibbles and snacks on, while futons, floor cushions, and comfy ottomans (again, with some extra storage for games sets) create a relaxed, informal ambience.
Displaying your games
Particularly fine examples of games can become a work of art, displayed in a customised cabinet with lighting to pick out the more interesting details. Another trick to show an elegant luxury chess set or an acrylic tumbling tower game is to position the game in front of a wall mirror, giving the game an extra dimension. Other games, such as polished brass spinning tops or a marble and brass game of Tic-Tac-Toe, transform into interesting ornaments when they’re not being played with.
Lighting for games nights
Lighting can play a key role in setting up a cosy, intimate atmosphere for a game night. A pendant light above a games table with the main lights dimmed keeps everyone focused on the game. For displays, cabinets with built-in lights illuminate decorative games beautifully, while floor-standing lamps and wall sconces introduce a layered lighting effect that makes a room feel extra special.
No matter which game you prefer, whether you love the mental agility of Backgammon or Chess, the excitement of a Cluedo or Monopoly game, or the social aspects of dominoes or checkers, the selection of decorative games at CB2 is bound to create a fun and entertaining evening – and look fabulous at the same time!