Create a Warm Backdrop for Holiday Entertaining With These Inviting Furnishings

Easygoing living rooms, comfortable kitchens, and intimate dining areas are the home’s focal points during the holidays, so make them stylish—and relaxing—this season.

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It often happens at gatherings, no matter the size—people will gravitate to rooms that are warm, well lit, and conducive to conversation. Whether you’re planning to host cocktail soirees or looking forward to intimate, long-overdue visits with family, the goal of your home preparations for the holidays should come down to one thing: Make it inviting. 

To inspire your seasonal upgrades, we’ve pulled together a visual wish list of pieces from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams’ collection of handcrafted furnishings for every room. Beyond their great design, these serene spaces—outfitted with the brand’s seating, rugs, tables, lighting, and barware—pass the ultimate litmus for the holidays: They all encourage us to slow down and savor the moment. 

Fans of Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams will find plenty of gift-giving inspiration in the company’s holiday gift guide. As always, Comfort Club members save 25 percent year round.  

Scroll for a closer look at these versatile pieces from the modern heritage brand. 

Slender in profile yet plush, Ada dining chairs encourage guests to linger at the table, and they come in hundreds of upholstery options. Nickel-finished candle holders in three different sizes add a classic touch to the table setting. The sustainable and easy-to-clean Omni rug is made from recycled plastic bottles and stands up to heavy use. 

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Ada Arm Chair

Tall and slender, sculpted curved-back chairs. Arm chair has low, sloping arms that fit easily under a dining table.

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Curved Nickel Candleholder

With its tall profile and alluring hourglass shape, this candle holder adds a romantic touch to any tabletop. The sophisticated aged nickel finish has a vintage modern look and radiates in the soft glow of candlelight. Available in two additional sizes, it works well in a multi-height trio, as a beautiful pair, or simply standing alone. An elegant set of candlesticks is timeless—a perfect gift for weddings, anniversaries, house-warmings, and more. Ours exclusively.

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Omni Rug

High-performance rug adds subtle texture and a layer of luxury underfoot. Features a strie loop-cut, hand-loomed construction. Offered in five neutral hues. Crafted from finely spun PET (polyester fibers made from recycled plastic bottles), Omni lends an eco-friendly option that is naturally stain-resistant and easy to clean. Perfect for high-energy homes with kids and pets.

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The kitchen is where all good parties end up, so make it cozy with a textured Brooklyn rug and invite friends to pull up a comfortable Remy stool with a curved back and floating seat. The spalted maple bowl on the sideboard makes an artful catch-all for kitchen essentials.

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Remy Counter Stool

From our Remy collection, a well-sized counter stool with a comfortable curved back. Seat and back appear to float on exposed metal supports. Available in four finishes: vintage brass, polished stainless steel, brushed brass, brushed stainless steel, and pewter. Legs are capped with nylon glide supports for easy movement.

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Brooklyn Rug

Softly textured with variegated color, our Brooklyn rug features a geometric pattern and 100% flatweave construction- perfect for high traffic areas. Available as a runner and three area rug sizes. Choose from Gray/White or Blue/Charcoal colorways.

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Spalted Maple Live Edge Bowl

Stunning filled with bright fruit or vegetables on a scrubbed wooden table, the Spalted Maple Live Edge Bowl isn’t just functional. Made in Canada, its warm tones and natural finish adds to a country-style décor and will make a display of fresh produce.

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Cooper Studio swivel chairs pair well with the Vienna round cocktail table’s simple geometry and creamy marble top. With a decanter of wine ready to serve on the handsome walnut and painted-glass Dark Sky tray, there’s no better place to settle into a long conversation.

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Cooper Studio Swivel Chair

From our Cooper Collection of sleek 70s-inspired shelter-style seats, a chic studio swivel with a shallower seat depth, set on a recessed plinth base available in black, polished stainless steel, or brushed brass metal finishes. Features a more traditional upright sit with greater back support. Dimensions: 31" W x 32" D x 29" H Seat depth: 23" Available with a black, Polished Stainless Steel, or Brushed Brass metal base Seat option offers a more traditional upright sit with more back support Collection also includes a full swivel and skirted swivel chair with 25 in. seat depth Eco-friendly high density, high resiliency cushioning Seat made of Sinuous Springs; back made of non-stretch, high durability sheet webbing suspension

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Vienna Round Cocktail Table

Streamlined elegance: a 38-round cocktail table from our best-selling Vienna collection of clean & classic modern shapes. Available in three finishes: pewter, antique brass, or polished stainless steel. Choose from white marble or a clear tempered glass. The slender metal base features X-stretchers. Vienna pieces also suit smaller spaces -slender lines give them lighter visual weight. Delicate yet durable, Vienna works beautifully as a collection or as a complement to our other table and storage groups. The collection includes square and rectangular cocktail tables, a side table, console table, and bookcase.

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Dark Sky Tray

Trays this striking deserve to be displayed and not simply used for serving. Made of painted glass with walnut wooden rims in Belgium, the Dark Sky trays are gorgeous when used to show-off perfume bottles on a vanity table or to present a single bud vase on an occasional table. Available in 24 inch and 12 inch.

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The Vienna chest has midcentury-modern flair and plenty of storage space for entertaining requisites, such as this shapely wine cooler made of Carrara marble. The intriguing artwork—a print by San Francisco–based artist Rob Delamater titled Modern Forms II—provides the perfect icebreaker. 

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Venice Storage Chest

Mid-century inspired design features a beautiful fluted shape in a soft white. Perfect for adding texture and shape to any décor. Collection includes a storage cabinet, side table, cocktail table, and a three-door media cabinet. Great for entryways, additional storage for home offices, or entertaining spaces.

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Modern Forms II

The whimsy of Mid Century Modernism meets inspiration from the natural world in this series of monotype prints. San Francisco artist Rob Delamater blends collage with printmaking in a unique technique to create this limited edition, numbered Modern Forms series which is exclusive to MG+BW. Place these pieces side by side above the bed for a contemporary look or use them separately in guest rooms for a consistent theme. These pieces are framed and ready to hang.

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Italian Carrara Marble Champagne Bucket

Entertain in style with this sophisticated Italian Marble Champagne Bucket- perfect for keeping your bubbly chilled and your table warm and welcoming. Pair with our Italian Marble tray and coasters for unique gift.

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Arranged beneath the retro-style Savoy chandelier, this alluring seating area comprises the low-slung Hunter lounge, Costello swivel chairs, and Addie coffee table, which features an inset top of black glass and a brushed metallic finish that accentuates its timeless form.

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Addie Coffee Table

Simply elegant, this sculptural cocktail table is a chic centerpiece. Features a hand-applied brushed metallic finish and circular tabletop with a contrasting black glass insert. Pairs well with other tables in our Addie collection. Made in America.

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Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Hunter Lounge

A highlight of the Hunter Collection, this long, low and luxe modern lounge brings so much style to a seating area, bedroom or landing. At 78" wide, it's good for curling up on, or, with the divided back, as comfortable seating for two. A sumptuous bench cushion and plush side pillows enhance seating pleasure. Pictured with square polished stainless steel legs; also available with square brass legs or round wood legs. Featured in fabric. Can also be ordered upholstered in leather or slipcovered in fabric.

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Learn more about Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams' furnishings at mgbwhome.com or experience them in person

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