The combination of skill, tactical planning and concentration makes chess a fascinating challenge for anyone to take on. The fun and rewarding board game has existed for hundreds of years and continues to be a favourite worldwide.
The popularity of chess is celebrated by over six hundred million players globally every year on 20 July. World Chess Day commemorates the founding of the World Chess Federation in 1924. This year sees the group’s centenary so here at Homecolours we think there’s no better time to pull up a pew and enjoy the style and fun of chess!
Chess holds all sorts of benefits for players. Regular play can improve cognitive skills and memory. People of all ages can develop strategic thinking skills which can then be put to good use in other areas of life.
The game is also famed for its classic look of alternating monochromatic grids. The set up of black and white squares and figures brings a great-looking contrasting appearance that remains a striking influence on all sorts of designs.
The look and style of chess are brilliantly brought out by the above Art of Chess set from Printworks. Offering beautifully crafted wooden pieces and a deluxe board finished with a thin layer of acrylic, the set is ideal as a luxury gift.
Easy to use as a travel game, the wonderful presentation box makes a distinctive statement. Perfect for lovers of the game, the set shows off the fantastic style of the classic game.
Printworks show off their confidence in design with the makeup of the above Printworks Classic Game, Chess. Altering the classic black and white colour makeup to a charming green and cream mix, the classic game shines in its new look.
Arriving with a wooden board, acrylic top and all the pieces you need for a fun mental workout, the chess is a lovely set to show off at home.
Chess looks often inform homeware designs as well. The above OYOY Long Chess Cushion Cover presents a gorgeous way to create a relaxed and refined appearance anywhere at home. Ideal for a lovely finishing touch for any cushions for sofa, bed or chair, the quality cover is produced in 100 % organic cotton.
A wonderful example of how the iconic chess grid could be used throughout the home, the cover is a striking piece of everyday detailing and décor.
