Playful, curious and full of character, monkey homeware is ideal for eclectic interiors, home bars and rooms that do not take themselves too seriously.
The Mi Casa Home Animal Homeware Guide: Decorative Animals, Lamps and Ornaments With a Wild Side
Some houses are gorgeous, Others tell a tale.
If you've ever walked into a home and immediately noticed a bold monkey lamp, a chic flamingo side table or a beautifully sculptured horse ornament, you know precisely what we mean. These are the objects that start conversation, express individuality and make a home feel truly unique.
Animal homeware has become one of the largest interior design trends over the last few years, and it’s not hard to understand why. The animal kingdom is a treasure trove of inspiration for decor that marries elegance and eccentricity, resulting in rooms that seem curated, not copied. One of the easiest ways to incorporate personality into your home, whether your style is country luxury, boutique hotel glamour or dramatic maximalism, is by adding an animal lamp, animal head wall decoration, a statement ornament or decorative accessory.
At Mi Casa Home, we’ve hand selected a range of unique animal lamps, animal ornaments, decorative animals that reflect craftsmanship, creativity and a love of the unexpected. In this guide, we’re sharing some of our favourite pieces, along with decorating inspiration to help you bring a little of the wild side into your own home.
Why Animal Homeware Never Goes Out of Style
Interior trends ebb and flow, but animal-inspired décor has been a firm favourite for decades.
Maybe it’s because animals bring the nature indoors or maybe it’s because they remind us of travel, adventure and great outdoors. Whatever it is they have the power to make a space feel warm, welcome and full of character.
Trend-led accessories can date very quickly, but animal ornaments and decorative pieces have a timeless charm. Often acquired over decades, they’re blended with books, candles and artwork to create spaces that feel unique rather than professionally designed.
Whether it’s a monkey boldly playing on a shelf or an elegant pheasant candle holder on the dining table, these pieces immediately become conversation starters.
Animal Lamps Take The Spotlight
Lighting should never be an afterthought.
A gorgeous decorative animal lamp is not only a light source for a space, but also part of the décor. Today's animal lamps are attractive, artistic and full of personality, great for bringing interest to otherwise simple spaces.
An animal table lamp works well on:
Console tables
Bedside tables and cabinets
Sideboards
Home office desks
Reading nooks
Occasional tables
Rather than cluttering every surface with accessories, a single statement lamp can be the focal point of a room. If you’re decorating with neutral walls and furnishings, an animal-inspired lamp is a great way to add a little flair without overwhelming the space. You can find more ideas for creating warm, layered lighting in our guide to making your home interiors feel good.
Our fave animal ornaments are those that combine realism with a whimsical twist.
Decorative Animals for Shelves, Tables and Sideboards
Decorative animals can be used throughout the home, from smaller shelf ornaments to larger sculptural pieces that command attention.
The key is to choose designs that reflect your personality and suit the scale of the space. Smaller animal ornaments can be layered with books and candles, while larger pieces often look strongest when given room to stand alone
The Surprised Basset Hounds
Who says animal decor has to be traditional?
Our basset hound dog ornaments are the perfect illustration of how a bright colour can change a classic sculpture.
The oversized ears and vivid finish make them instantly eye-catching, and they work beautifully in contemporary settings that embrace colour and imagination.
Create a lively, eclectic style by pairing them with colourful coffee table books and abstract artwork.
The Horse Bookends
Our horse bookends are elegant, timeless and wonderfully detailed, perfect for adding equestrian charm to your shelves.
These sculptural bookends are functional and stylish, whether you’re a lover of the country house interiors or just admire the traditional design.
Pair with:
Books about interior design
Vintage iterature
Family photos
Ceramic vases
Brass candle holders
They fit just as well into a traditional study or a modern living room.
Pig Bookends
Sometimes the surprise pieces become everyone’s favourite.
And our Pig Bookends have become just that.
Our pig bookends add a nice touch of humour without being gimmicky.
Ideal for kitchens, boot rooms or children’s reading spaces, they add a touch of humour while still serving a practical purpose.
Pheasant Candle Holders
This beautifully crafted pheasant candle holder, inspired by the British countryside, offers a more subtle way to bring animal-themed décor into a room.
It’s perfect for a dining table, a mantelpiece or a sideboard, particularly when paired with natural textures such as wood, linen and aged brass.
Add two to either end of a dining table for a classy country house look.
Animal Trays That Bring Big Personality
A tray is one of the most useful and hardest working pieces in the home. Add an animal-inspired design and it becomes a piece of art and a decorative feature in its own right.
Decorative Monkey & Leopard Trays
Our monkey and leopard trays are a wonderful match for Mi Casa Home’s unique style, offering modern design with a quirky and playful twist.
They’re just as gorgeous to display as they are to use, and the vintage-style images provide that old-world charm.
Perfect for:
Coffee tables
Breakfast in bed
Serving afternoon tea
Displaying candles and diffusers
Styling a drinks trolley
Creating an ottoman centrepiece
When not in use, stack the smaller tray inside the larger one for a casually styled display. Set them side-by-side next to a sofa, or apart for versatile side tables while entertaining.
For more ideas on using decorative trays around the home, read our Breakfast Tray Edit, including styling tips for coffee tables, ottomans and drinks trolleys.
Animal Homeware for Entertaining
Some of the most memorable entertaining settings are the ones that don’t take themselves too seriously. Adding animal homeware to your drinks area or dining space creates a relaxed atmosphere that's guaranteed to get guests talking.
The Monkey Wine Holder
Part sculpture, part wine storage, our antique gold monkey wine holder is one of those pieces that people just can’t help commenting on. Perfect for putting your favourite bottle on a drinks cart, a kitchen worktop or a home bar. It instantly adds personality, and still remains refined.
Octopus Wine Holder
Our octopus wine holder is a great talking piece for enthusiasts of coastal homes or eccentric styling. It has a arty sculptural form that works especially well with metallic items, glassware and rich navy shades.
Flamingo Drinks Table
One of the best pieces in the collection has to be our Flamingo Drinks Table. Elegant, playful and pleasantly unexpected, it's the perfect companion to an armchair, sofa or reading nook.
Style it with:
A martini glass
A candle
Your latest book.
A small vase of flowers
It’s proof that functional furniture can still have tonnes of personality.
How to Decorate with Animal Homeware Without Going Overboard
Perhaps one of the biggest misconceptions about animal décor is that it has to take over the room. In truth, the most elegant rooms use animal-inspired décor sparingly.
A few simple styling ideas can help you achieve a balanced look.
Mix standout pieces with natural materials:
The use of wood, linen, marble and woven textures softens decorative accessories effectively.
Repeat metallic finishes:
If your ornament has an antique brass finish, match this elsewhere with candle holders or picture frames.
Let one piece shine
Rather than cramming animal ornaments onto every shelf, pick one statement piece and let it have room to breathe.
A large animal lamp, piece of metal wall art or decorative animal sculpture will usually have more impact when it is not competing with too many other accessories.
Layer with books
Smaller animal ornaments look great placed on coffee table books and instantly create a thoughtful and considered look.
Add Greenery
Plants soften decorative elements and reinforce the connection with nature.
What Animal matches Your Style?
One of the joys of decorating with animal accessories is choosing decor that reflects your personality or life.
Here’s our guide.
Leopard-inspired accessories suit confident, glamorous interiors. Pair them with rich colours, metallic finishes and bold patterns, perfect for boutique hotel style homes.
Elegant but unexpected, flamingo furniture and accessories work beautifully in colourful bedrooms, living rooms and entertaining spaces with a fun twist.
Timeless Horse ornaments and bookends complement country-house, equestrian and traditionally styled interiors, while also adding sculptural detail to modern rooms.
Octopus accessories are perfect for coastal homes, bold dramatic interiors and anyone who enjoys unusual, conversation-starting décor pieces.
Why We Love Animal Homeware at Mi Casa Home
Your home should be full of accessories that make you smile.
And that’s why we love animal homeware.
From elegant animal table lamps and sculptural animal ornaments to quirky wall art, humorous wine holders and statement furniture, these are the finishing touches that turn a house into a home full of personality.
At Mi Casa Home, we’ve chosen a collection that celebrates the unique and quirky. Whether you’re adding your very first animal light, or adding another unusual treasure to your growing collection, each piece has been picked to bring warmth and character and a sense of fun to your interior.
So, whether you’re arranging a coffee table, creating a show-stopping home bar or simply refreshing your living room shelves, don’t be afraid to embrace accessories to show your wild side. Because the most memorable houses are not always the most perfect. They’re the houses with the most personality.
Explore our range of unique animal homeware, from playful monkey trays and sculptural wine holders to elegant flamingo tables, horse bookends and charming countryside-inspired accessories. Find the best piece to bring character to every part of your home.