At Metricon, we get that moving into your dream home is a moment worth celebrating. Whether you’re welcoming friends to their new abode or just love playing the part of the perfect guest, we’ve compiled a fun and fabulous guide to housewarming gifts that cater to every budget. From wallet-friendly finds to splurge-worthy treats, we've got the perfect picks to make any new homeowner's day.
Here's to making settling in even sweeter...
Gifts for the entertainer
Black Blaze Oasis Wine & Champagne Cooler
Marble is timeless, but this cylindrical, jade green champagne cooler from Black Blaze, priced at $169.00, is on another level. It's a stunning addition to any sideboard or table and makes for an exceptional gift. Plus, it's versatile enough to double as a chic utensil holder in the kitchen. Talk about a win-win!
Laetitia Rouget Pink & Red Friday Night Plate
If you're gifting a housewarming present to a dear friend who loves a cheeky little giggle, let it all hang out with this eyebrow-raisingly gorgeous, glazed stoneware plate from SSENSE. Its design will look grand on any table, all for a plump $180.00.
Maison Balzac Bordeaux Wine Decanter
Gifts are great for kicking off a party, and this big-bottomed Bordeaux wine decanter with its graceful neck and adorable grape-shaped lid is the perfect conversation starter to get everyone warmed up. At $199.00 from Maison Balzac, it’s sure to impress.
Fazeek Wave Salad Servers
The very best design is both utilitarian in its approach, plus aesthetically pleasing. Which is why we love the idea of these wondrously wavy brass salad servers, $109.00 from Fazeek, as a fabulous housewarming gift.
Gifts for the aspiring chef
Artspire Home Chubby Coffee Mug Set
These beautifully crafted mugs are the ultimate luxurious indulgence, guaranteed to kickstart your gift receiver’s day the right way. Priced at $32.00 each from Artspire Home.
Maison Balzac The Olive Bottle
Our designers delight in adding playful touches to bring out personal style, focusing on snazzy, smaller items that become the centre of attention. Consider gifting Maison Balzac’s charming glass olive oil dispenser, priced at $139.00, destined to become a kitchen hero.
Ferm Living Cairn & Pebble Spice Mills
Elevate any tabletop with a pair of undulating salt and pepper shakers, meticulously carved from solid ash and finished with a carbonised touch. Available at Luc Design for $150 each, they're a luxe choice for those looking to make a statement.
Smeg 50's Style 2 Slice Toaster
When you think classy kitchen accessories, your brain automatically goes to the streamlined seventh heaven that is Smeg’s view of the space. Make mornings infinitely better with this jazzy toaster for $269.00.
Gifts for a luxe living space
CoTheory The Architect Footed Letter Tray
With so many of us working from home or enjoying a study away from the chaos of family life, gifts that create a focused space are king. This Rosso Levanto stone letter tray, with its lush veins, is a perfect addition at $339.00 from CoTheory. Plus, it doubles as chic coffee table decor, making it both practical and stylish.
The Foundry Boheme Vase Ivory
Metricon homes revolve around big, open-plan living spaces, so we love statement pieces that leave their mark when selecting gifts. The generous folds of this 3D-printed ceramic vase with hand-finished detailing, $440-$682 from The Foundry, hits the mark.
More Than Just a House: At Home with Collectors and Creators Coffee Table Book
What’s better than the gift of bright ideas? This glorious coffee table book, $110.00 from Bed Threads, is packed with top tips from London-based creative director Alex Eagle and his remarkable design studio.
Crosley Voyager Bluetooth Portable Turntable
Nostalgia is all the rage, with plenty of housewarming gift ideas drawing on retro style. Take this 60's-channelling record turntable case, for instance. You can pick it up on the go and connect it to speakers via Bluetooth. It's available for $199.00 at Temple & Webster.
Gifts for the bathroom and laundry
DedCool Dedtergent 01 "Taunt"
Bear with us, because we hear you when you say that offering detergent liquid as a housewarming gift might not be the most exciting pick. But this delightfully pink-hued, vegan mix makes washing fun, leaving a lush bergamot, floral and vanilla scent for $58.00.
Sphaera Pomegranate Seek Oil & Pink Clay Bar
We all know the healing properties of a good long soak, so why not gift a gorgeous soap bar for a thoughtful present that won’t break the bank? Elevate the experience with Sphaera’s richly moisturising, pomegranate-scented bar infused with exfoliating pink clay, priced at just $26.00.
Baina Hand Towel Pair
A bathroom can be truly transformed by selecting the swishest accompaniments to dab your silky skin dry in your bubble-filled sanctuary. Consider gifting this twin set of organic cotton hand towels in cement and rhus, plus tabac and noir for $98.00 from Baina.
Ikkari The Apothecary Hand Duo
Creating a welcoming atmosphere in your powder room is essential for making guests feel at home. Spread the love with a pair of Ikkari's apothecary hand wash and balm bottles - a heartfelt housewarming gift priced at $150.00.
Gifts for the scent-obsessed
Boy Smells Farm to Candle - Herbaceous
Giving the gift of a gorgeous scent is one of the easiest and most impactful housewarming presents you can buy. As big lovers of bringing the inside in, Boy Smells’ Herbaceous Farm to Candle vegan offering is a winner, evoking basil leaves, peppery mint and ginger for $80.00.
Corey Ashford Oyster Incense Holder
Sometimes it’s as much about what’s holding your chosen scent as it is the smell itself. We love this vintage-style incense holder that’s crafted from real Sydney rock oyster shells plated in precious silver. It makes a real splash at $98.00 from Corey Ashford.
Celia Loves Scented Room Sprays
Once you sniff Celia Loves’ beautifully presented room freshener range, you’ll be gifting them forever. They bring the care and attention needed for an intimate gift that makes a big impression. We're loving Pistachio and Caramel for $39.95.
Seasons Soni SM Diffuser
If you’re all about your signature scent, then why not take it with you wherever you go? That’s the beauty of gifting the Soni SM diffuser, which uses ultrasonic technology to share your chosen aroma. The stone-like, fluted design is delightful at $205.00.
Looking for more practical pressies? Check out our first home buyer essentials checklist here and give the new homeowners a helping hand on their way to settling into their new home.
