Design inspiration is everywhere. From buzzy London to Tokyo’s diverse jumble of modern architecture, we are truly blessed with a slew of interior-savvy cities. But which one is the very best for design?
New research conducted by Atlas Ceramics looked at combined annual Google searches across the categories of interiors, home décor, aesthetic, furniture and tiles to uncover the most inspirational cities for design — and Paris has unsurprisingly taken the top spot.
With 292,980 Google searches, the French capital was named the most inspirational city for design, famed for its decorative pieces, vintage upholstered furniture, and timeless modern style.
New York took the second spot (275,620 searches), praised for its aesthetic inspiration. In third and fourth places, respectively, came Singapore (174,000) and dynamic London (144,450) — a melting pot of cultures, lifestyles and traditional interior design.
‘Each city and country has its own unique style of interior design, from Parisian decor to Moroccan tiles to Greek stone, these locations all influence our design choices,’ say Atlas Ceramics. ‘Thanks to social media and the world opening up again to travel after the pandemic, these interior influences have become more popular than ever.’
Looking for some traditional Christmas plates? You can’t go wrong with Emma Bridgewater. This delightful Christmas Puddings plate is perfect to layer with pigs in blankets and turkey and ham sandwiches.
Star Design – Christmas Plates
Lucky Stars Bone China Plates
Melody Rose £38
Handmade in Stoke-on-Trent, England’s pottery heartland, these stylish Christmas plates feature cobalt blue and gold edged stars scattered across white fine bone china.
It’s available in three sizes: dinner plate 27cm, salad/lunch plate 23cm, small plate 17cm.
Most colourful – Christmas plates
Flora Porcelain Side Plate – Orange/White
We love this orange and white side plate which features a lovely woodland animal scene. Serve up cakes, mince pies and sandwiches.
Snowflake plate – Christmas Plates
Snow Stoneware Side Plate, 20cm, Blue
John Lewis johnlewis.com
£7.00
Create your own indoor winter wonderland with this beautiful blue side plate from John Lewis. Silver snowflakes add a wonderful touch.
White Christmas dinner set – Christmas Plates
12 Piece Gold Foil Rimmed Dinner Set
House Beautiful Homebase
£60.00
Keep it pared-back with this super white porcelain dinner set from the House Beautiful collection at Homebase. You can’t go wrong with white crockery for special occasions, and with a modern metallic rim, this Arabella range is both timeless and elegant. This 12-piece set includes four dinner Plates, four side plates and four cereal bowls.
Scalloped plate – Christmas Plates
Shine Bright Scallop Side Plate
cathkidston.com £12.00
Serve up tasty mince pies on this beautiful scalloped Christmas plate, which features a Christmas tree, mini red hearts and a selection of small animals.
Side plate – Christmas Plates
Set of 4 Metallic Christmas Side Plates
marksandspencer.com
£7.50
These simple metallic Christmas side plates from M&S are perfect for sharing out some festive snacks.
Personalised plate – Christmas plates
Personalised Christmas Holly With Star 8 1/2 Inch Plate
emmabridgewater.co.uk
£18.95
Serve up a tasty festive treat on this gorgeous Christmas holly plate. Best of all, it can be personalised as you wish.
Bowl – Christmas Plates
Christmas Tree Nibble Bowl
marksandspencer.com
£3.00
This stylish dishwasher-safe cereal bowl features a Christmas tree motif and coloured green rim.
Great for kids – Christmas Plates
Child’s Christmas Plate, Multi
John Lewis johnlewis.com
£4.00
Let your little ones enjoy a tasty Christmas treat with this adorable (and affordable!) festive plate. It features animals, decorated trees and festive motifs.
We adore this round mistletoe print serving platter. This is perfect for serving up baked treats this Christmas.
Metallic plate – Christmas Plates
Fusion Metallic Dinner Plate, 24.5cm, Gold
John Lewis johnlewis.com
£9.00
Add a little glitz to your tablescape with John Lewis’ metallic dinner plate. Made of porcelain with a speckled glaze and metallic finish, it’s also ideal to keep on the table until New Year’s Day.
Sprigs of holly – Christmas Plates
Holly Bright 12 Piece Dinner Set
homeessentials.co.uk
£22.00
Featuring sprigs of holly against a white background, these lovely festive plates are perfect for adding a touch of Christmas to your dinner table. This 12-piece Christmas dinner set includes four dinner plates, four side plates and four bowls.
Traditional Red – Christmas Plates
Argos Home 12 Piece Stoneware Dinner Set – Red
Argos Home argos.co.uk
£25.00
Keep it effortlessly festive with this rich red Christmas dinner set. The 12-piece set includes 4 dinner plates, 4 side plates and 4 bowls.
Christmas Eve Plate – Christmas Plates
Personalised Christmas Eve Plate
Becky Broome £30.75
One for the kids, add extra excitement for Christmas Eve with this grey personalised plate with a stars and moon design.
Christmas Tree – Christmas Plates
Portmeirion Home & Gifts Christmas Tree Dish Single
amazon.co.uk £17.90
This Christmas tree shaped plate is a must-have. It’s bound to delight guests as you serve up post-dinner treats and nibbles.
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