The January Reset
Why Hand-Casted bowls are the ultimate winter focal point, and 4 ways to style them!
January is the "deep breath" of the design world. The glitter of the holidays has been packed away, leaving our homes feeling a bit bare - but full of potential. It is the perfect moment to pivot away from "clutter" and toward sculptural intentionality.
High-quality, hand-cast pieces, like the E+E bowls and decor are the perfect tool for this transition. Their weight, texture and artisanal finish provide a sense of permanence and calm during a month of resolutions and resets. Here are 4 ways to style your space this January to create a home that feels fresh, warm, and sophisticated.
1. The Post-Holiday Palate Cleanser. After weeks of maximum decor, your eyes need a place to rest. January is about celebrating negative space. Instead of filling every corner, choose one "hero" piece to ground.a room. Place a large, empty E+E bowl on your dining or coffee table. By leaving it unfilled, you draw attention to the hand-casted craftsmanship and the unique patina of the material. It's a visual "clean slate" for the year ahead.
2. Winter Biophilia: The Quiet Outdoors. We often miss greenery in January, but bright spring florals can feel premature. Instead, lean into winter biophilia - bringing the textures of nature during its dormant phase. Use your bowls to house organic, neutral tone elements. Think white birch logs, dried eucalyptus, or smooth river stones. These texture complement the raw feel of hand-casted metal, creating a bridge between your home and the winter landscape outside.
3. Hygge 2.0: The Warm Minimalist Entryway. The entryway is the first thing you see when you escape the January cold. Make it functional but high-end by using your decorative bowls and a refined catch-all. Use a medium sized bowl (like the dish E+E stands) on your console table to corral winter essentials like leather gloves or a signature scent. Sophisticated luxury. It's about making the mess of daily life look like a curated art installation.
4. Embracing Cool Blue, the 2026 Winter Trend. This year, the design world is leaning into cool blue - a glacial, calming hue that feels crisp and modern. This is the perfect accent color to pair with the heavy, sometimes industrial feel of hand-casted bowls. Style a bronze E+E bowl with frosted glass beads, blue-tinted thistle, or even a few silver-blue air plants, The contrast between the weighty bowl and the icy blue accents is peak editorial style. Refreshing and trendy, it's a way to acknowledge the cold season while looking forward to the modern aesthetic of 2026.