Known for his tongue-in-cheek designs, American interior designer Jonathan Adler’s eponymous brand is that go-to for playful accents, Blending elements of Eastern and Western influences, this porcelain object is no exception and will make an eye-catching addition to your abode, especially during this festive season. Bearing geometric patterns that reference the scales of the dragon, the fire-breathing mythical creature appears in medias res; the matte finish is another tasteful touch. Put it in your entryway to greet guests, place it proudly on a coffee table or sideboard in your living area, or let it adorn your shelf next to your favourite books.

Italian home design brand Seletti has always been known for its eclectic style, and this 28-cm dinner plate, too, quite literally puts a fun spin on the traditional dragon-adorned tableware design. The porcelain plate comes with irregular edges, with a playfully distorted vision of the mythical creature coiled up and soaring in the skies. Use it as part of your dinner service, or hang it on the wall as part of the conversation pieces in your abode.

Look out for modern takes on the dragon theme for festive and fun additions to decorate your home with. Brought to life by sculptor José Luis Santes, the newest design from Lladró’s Origami collection marks seven decades of history for the Valencia-based Spanish company and is available in a limited run of 777 pieces, A fine metallic oxide coating intensifies the red matte finish of the object, while its faceted form celebrates origami, the ancient paper art tradition.

For homeowners who adore eclectic styles and are looking to introduce a more permanent accent to their homes, consider this wallcovering from French upholstery house Pierre Frey. Available in four striking colour combinations that range from pastel tones to chinaware-like cobalt blue and crisp white hues, this Chinoiserie-influenced design creates a lively look in whichever room it is used in. Apply it all around the walls of a powder room to make a compact space feel extra impactful, or use it as the statement wall of an entertainment den for a fun flourish.

For the daring decorator unafraid to use bright hues and bold patterns, this special collection from Shanghai Tang will be a hit. Commemorating the Chinese brand’s 30th anniversary while heralding the Year of the Dragon, the auspicious animal is featured on the soft microfiber-lined interior of this jewellery box. The lacquered exterior bears a blend of cross-cultural motifs and features a 10-layered, hand-applied finish that has also been polished to create a glossy sheen.

For homeowners looking for modern takes on classic designs, this bone china set is a keeper. Comprising a teapot and a pair of matching cups, this bone china set can elevate your afternoon tea rituals and be a timely addition to your Lunar New Year celebrations. The top of the teapot is elegantly adorned with a dragon and red crystal bead, while the perimeter is encircled by the interlocking “hui” geometric motif that symbolises the eternal life force. The tea cups, on the other hand, feature embossed cloud patterns on the base, in contrast to the angular design of the teapot.

The history of letter writing has been intertwined with the origin of paperweights, whose heft held papers in place. Glass makers created these beautiful objects using time-tested techniques that turned these pieces into collectible decorative items. Today, French crystal maker Saint Louis is one such atelier that continues to produce such modern paperweights, and the Golden Dragon 2024 edition celebrates both the year of the mythical zodiac and made-in-France glassmaking traditions. Dragon motifs are featured on the perimeter of the paperweight, and an intricate three-dimensional sculpture is nestled within, with its head raised and poised for flight. Available in a limited run of 49 pieces, the paperweight harnesses ornamental techniques that include sulphide inclusion, overlay, twisting, lampwork and millefiori; the latter fuses sections of glass in varied hues and sizes to create sections with different patterns and designs to create the object.

Serve up sake or wine in this porcelain piece that bears elegant modern versions of dragon and wave motifs around the edges in classic blue and platinum hues. Crafted in Arita, a Japanese region known for porcelain production, this cooler can chill up to two 750ml bottles of sake, and is housed in a paulownia wood box that makes this a good option for festive gifting too.

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