Checkmate – Enjoy a Game of Chess Anywhere

Chess is a game loved throughout the world. Offering a fun way to exercise the brain in style, the game can be enjoyed as a home hobby or as a travel set. This year sees the centenary of the founding of the International Chess Federation. Each year since 1966 the day has been commemorated on 20 July.

Here at Dotmaison, we feel there is plenty to celebrate. As well as the fun and challenge involved in chess, there is also the classic design of the board itself to take in. Modern design brands sometimes develop new takes on the black and white board and pieces. The following offer fun new ways to enjoy the game.

Chess is usually thought of as having alternate black and white colouring for the checkers and figures. However, design teams can take the setup and try out new ideas for the colour composition.

The above Printworks Classic Game, Art of Chess, Mirror brings a captivating appearance to the timeless game. The modern boxed chess set arrives in a striking beige and silver colour palette with a unique mirrored background.
Arriving with all the coloured pieces needed for a memorable game, the beautiful collection shows off the adaptability of the chess style. Elegant and refined, the wooden board contains a thin layer of glass mounted on the surface.

Printworks also presents the classic game of chess in more traditional colour tones of black and white with the Art of Chessboard.

Perfectly sized for a travel game anywhere, the beautifully made wooden pieces subtly reflect on the board thanks to the thin layer of acrylic. A real statement piece, the decorative box that the game arrives with is ideal for placing on a shelf or coffee table when not in use.

The design company OYOY draws inspiration from chess chequers in the above OYOY Chess Shower Curtain.
Made using durable polyester and arriving with brass rings for easy installation, the convenient hanger is a neat and striking design for any shower.

The design is also brilliantly used in the above OYOY Chess Cushion Cover.

The soft organic cotton of the cover is furnished with the calming colours of clay beige and cream and is sure to complement any home space. Styled with captivating chess chequers, the cover will transform any square cushion into a wonderful furnishing. Great for sofas, chairs and beds, the cosy cushion cover showcases a chess style delightfully.