While this holiday season looks rather different than those of the past, it means that there’s all the more reason to celebrate those near and dear with a carefully chosen gift. And this year, if you happen to be shopping for a condo dweller, then we've got you covered.
When space is at a premium, as it is for the condo and city dwellers in your life, our curated gift guide features ideas that are double duty, like a 7-in-one Instant Pot or a stylish diffuser and blend kit that will help their condo feel revitalized and relaxed.
Whether the person you're shopping for prefers form or function, these space-saving gifts are perfect for your condo-dwelling friends and loved ones.
READ: Holiday Gift Guide 2020: For the City-Dwelling Renter
Multipurpose Skillet
If the person you're shopping for loves to cook, this multipurpose skillet from Our Place is the perfect gift. Available in six beautiful colours, this cult-favourite do-it-all will help them save space in the kitchen because it was designed to replace eight traditional pieces of cookware -- not to mention it looks pretty good, too. The Always Pan serves as a fry pan, saute pan, steamer, skillet, saucier, saucepan, non-stick pan, and comes with a spatula and spoon rest. With all of these features, you're able to braise, sear, steam, strain, saute, fry, boil, serve ... you get the picture.
Where to buy: Online here
Price: From $145
Cordless Water Carbonator
SodaStream's classic sparkling water maker will take everyone's tap water from flat to fizzed in seconds. It's available in five colours, including black, white, red icy blue, and rose gold, so chances are, you can find one that will suit every taste and style. Plus, it's compact, cordless design doesn't require electricity to operate so it easily fits in the kitchen, on a bar cart, or even in the bedroom (we won't judge).
Where to buy: Online through SodaStream
Price: $119.99
Every Woman Candle
Toronto-based candle brand Murphy & Jo creates all of its products with local ingredients and materials, which we definitely support. Not to mention candles that smell good and double as home decor, make for the perfect holiday gift. We love Murphy & Jo's Every Woman candle as it celebrates women of all shapes and sizes and is made with an intoxicating blend of sandalwood, Jasmine, balsam, cedar, patchouli, and Vetiver. Plus, it's available in light, medium, and dark skin tones, which we definitely support.
Where to buy:
Price: $55
Stylish Diffuser
A simple yet stylish diffuser that lets its scent do the talking is always a great gift idea, especially for those living in a condo, because the scent will easily fill up the space. This sleek diffuser and blend kit from Saje was designed to help you feel revitalized or relaxed and will help elevate everyone's day-to-night routines.
Where to buy: Online through Saje
Price: $110
Friend's Peephole
If you've got a Friend's fan on your list, let them celebrate their favourite show with this recreation of the iconic frame that bordered the peephole in Monica’s apartment during the show.
Where to buy: From Urban Outfitters
Price: $24
Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock With Sunrise Simulation
Urban condo dwellers might be living in a unit that has a window-less bedroom, which can make waking up -- especially during the winter -- challenging. That's why we love the idea of gifting this wake-up light and alarm clock from Phillips, as it has the most soothing simulated sunrise and sunset, which may help those using it feel less groggy when they wake up. It also has a nice range of alarm sounds, a second alarm, power backup, and a sleek design.
Where to buy: Online through Amazon
Price: $139
7-in-1 Instant Pot
Busy condo dwellers deserve to come home to a cooked meal, and this Instant Pot will do just that. Cooking will become a breeze -- especially for those living with a limited kitchen -- thanks to this 7-in-1 multi-purpose cooker, which practically does all of the work for them. This gift combines seven kitchen appliances in one, including a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, sautér, yogurt maker, and food warmer -- plus, it prepares dishes up to 70% faster to support a busy lifestyle.
Where to buy: Online here
Price: $130
Agate Coasters
Protect coffee and dining room tables from water rings with these luxe agate coasters. Plus, they will instantly upgrade a condo that's lacking character.
Where to buy: Online here
Price: $14
Hanging Planter
For those short on space, The TRIO wooden and cotton hanging tray can support an arrangement of plants near a window or in a nice sunny corner of the condo. Plus, it can also hold a fruit bowl or your favourite herbs; cosmetics or accessories in the bathroom; or even serve as a bedside table.
Where to buy: Online through the One of A Kind Show
Price: From $130
Canada Pennant Bar Glasses
Help your loved ones raise a glass for our home and native land with the Canada Pennant Bar Glasses from the Toronto-based Drake General Store. These vintage-inspired glasses will bring a nostalgic vibe to everyone's bar cart as they are the perfect balance of kitsch and classy.
Where to buy: Online through the Drake General Store
Price: $12 per glass
