A new home is full of possibility, but the first few weeks can feel a little bare: boxes still to unpack, empty corners, and rooms that do not quite feel lived in yet. A thoughtful housewarming gift helps change that. Our housewarming gifts collection at Mikolia brings together pieces that make a new house feel like home from the very first week, from home fragrance and faux plants to cosy throws, serving ware and statement décor.
Every piece is chosen to suit a calm, elegant interior and to be genuinely useful in a new space. Whether you are visiting friends in their first flat, celebrating family who have just bought a house, or welcoming new neighbours, you will find housewarming gift ideas here for every room and every budget.
Make It Smell Like Home
Nothing makes a new place feel familiar faster than a favourite scent. A reed diffuser and a candle are among the most popular housewarming gifts for good reason: they are easy to place, easy to love, and they change the feel of a room the moment they arrive. The Champagne Reed Diffuser in Tortoiseshell Glass has a bright, sparkling scent and a rich amber glass vessel finished with a gold seal emblem, and it pairs beautifully with the matching Three Wick Scented Candle, which glows a warm amber when lit.
For a lighter interior, the White and Gold Geometric Scented Candle has a glossy white finish wrapped in a gold lattice pattern, so it works as a decorative piece even before it is lit. Look out for our matching reed diffuser and candle gift sets, which bring both pieces together in one gift. Browse all reed diffusers and scented candles at Mikolia.
Plants That Never Need Watering
A plant is a classic housewarming present, but not everyone has the time, the light or the green fingers to keep one alive while they settle in. Our faux plants and trees bring the same freshness to a room with none of the upkeep. The Artificial Olive Tree 155cm has silvery-green leaves, black olives and a textured trunk, and stands tall enough to fill a bright corner of a living room or hallway. The Faux Lemon Tree 100cm brings a cheerful, Mediterranean note to a kitchen or dining room, with glossy green leaves and realistic lemons.
For a softer look, the Artificial White Orchid Arrangement 95cm arrives in a white pot, ready to display, while the Artificial White Orchid Tree 95cm has white blooms with soft blush centres. Our trees and orchid tree come in a standard nursery pot, so make the gift complete with a Hammered Gold Indoor Plant Pot, available in 21cm and 24cm sizes, with a textured antique gold finish. Explore more artificial plants at Mikolia.
Statement Pieces for Empty Corners
New homes often have a hallway, landing or corner that is waiting for something tall and striking. A floor vase is an easy way to fill that space with style. The Hammered Gold Floor Vase 86cm has a tall, tapered shape and a warm hammered finish that catches the light, and looks beautiful filled with pampas or dried branches. For a more contemporary look, the Black and Gold Hammered Floor Vase 71cm pairs a black body with a gold upper band, and the Black Reeded Floor Vase 88cm adds height and texture with its slim, reeded silhouette. Browse the full range of floor vases and planters.
For the First Dinner Party
One of the first things people want to do in a new home is invite friends and family round. Serving ware makes a practical and generous housewarming gift for hosts. Our Amalfi Lemon range brings a fresh, sunny feel to the table: the Amalfi Lemon Porcelain Teapot is perfect for the first visitors, and the Amalfi Lemon Serving Dish with Handles is made for passing round salads, sides and desserts.
For a classic white table, the Kensington White Porcelain Soup Tureen with Lid makes a statement centrepiece for soups and stews. Small decorative touches suit a new kitchen too: the Green Double Apple Ornament is a glossy ceramic sculpture that brightens a shelf or windowsill, and makes an easy gift at a smaller budget. Find more in our tableware and kitchen collections.
Cosy Evenings In
After a long day of unpacking, a soft throw and a comfortable seat are exactly what a new homeowner needs. The Large Camel Faux Fur Throw Blanket measures 200 x 230cm, so it is generous enough for a sofa or the end of a double bed, with a deep pile gathered into soft ribbed channels. Add a sculptural accent with the Knot Ball Decorative Pillow or the Woven Knot Decorative Pillow, both fully filled and ready to use.
For a warm glow on a coffee table or mantelpiece, the Gold Deer Candelabra holds tealights in crystal-effect cups within its antlers, set on a white marble-effect base. Browse more throws, decorative pillows and candle holders at Mikolia.
Shelves, Consoles and Mantelpieces
Empty shelves are one of the clearest signs of a recent move, and a decorative piece is a lovely way to help fill them. The Black and Gold Decorative Ginger Jar 32cm has a glossy black glaze with gold detailing and a polished gold lid, a timeless piece for a sideboard or console. The Off-White Geometric Origami Vase 39cm is 3D printed in ceramic, with sharp triangular facets spiralling around its tapered body and a soft matte finish.
For a touch of colour and shine, the Tortoiseshell Glass Bottle Vase pairs amber and black glass with a ball stopper, and the Red and Gold Pearlescent Apple Ornament adds a glossy, jewel-like accent to a bookshelf. Discover more ornaments, ginger jars and vases at Mikolia.
Art for Bare Walls
Blank walls are part of every new home, and a piece of art can make a room feel finished. Because art is personal, it is best suited to close family and friends who know the recipient's style. The Breaking Wave Textured Framed Wall Art has a raised, three-dimensional cream wave over a rippled sand and taupe ground, in a slim gold-tone frame. The Organic Forms Textured Framed Wall Art brings together interlocking organic shapes in tan, cream and warm taupe. Both measure 60 x 90cm and are supplied ready to hang, with wall fixings not included, which is worth knowing if the recipient is renting. See the full wall art collection.
Let Them Choose
If you are not sure of their taste, or they are still deciding how to decorate, the Mikolia Gift Card lets them pick the pieces they need once they have settled in. It is available in £50, £100 and £200 values, is sent digitally, and is valid for 12 months, with the balance usable across more than one order.
How to Choose a Housewarming Gift
Think about the stage they are at. In the first weeks after a move, practical and low-maintenance gifts are the most welcome: a candle, a diffuser, a throw or a faux plant that needs no care. Larger décor, such as floor vases and wall art, is often better once they have a feel for the space, or as a gift from someone who knows their style well.
Next, consider the size of their home. A flat may not have room for a tall tree or floor vase, while a family house with a hallway and open plan living space can carry larger pieces. If they are renting, freestanding gifts are an easier choice than anything that needs fixing to a wall.
Finally, set your budget. Our gifts under £25, gifts under £50 and gifts under £100 collections make it easy to find the right housewarming present at the right price. For other occasions, explore our full gifts collection.
Delivery
We offer free UK delivery on orders over £50, and every order is packed firmly and securely so that glass, ceramics and porcelain arrive safely. Orders are not gift wrapped, so you can add your own wrapping and card, or have the gift sent straight to their new address.
From the first candle lit to the first dinner party, the housewarming gifts collection at Mikolia is here to help friends and family feel at home. Discover more timeless home décor across the full Mikolia range.
