PHILIPPI : Rings

Coaster Set 7-Piece

Good drinks leave an impression. Preferably not a ring.

A glass can certainly make its mark on the conversation. On the table, perhaps less so. The PHILIPPI RINGS coasters take care of this small everyday matter with remarkable composure. The seven-piece set includes six round glass coasters and a matching holder, ready to keep them neatly stacked once the evening is over. Made from nickel-plated material with a polished finish, the coasters have a reflective silver surface that adds a crisp, almost graphic detail to wood, stone, glass and lacquered tables. Each coaster measures approximately 9 cm in length and width, with a diameter of 9.5 cm and a height of around 1 cm. The circular opening at the centre turns a simple functional object into a small piece of design and gives the RINGS collection its name. Beneath water tumblers, wine glasses or cocktail glasses, the PHILIPPI coasters help protect the table from moisture and glass rings. And once your guests have left, the six coasters need not disappear into a drawer: simply stack them in the supplied holder. Almost too good to put away. Fortunately, there is no need to.

Six places for glasses. One for tidying up afterwards.

RINGS combines a straightforward purpose with a design that remains interesting even when there is no glass sitting on top. The polished silver surface catches its surroundings and changes character with the table beneath it: crisp and restrained on glass or stone, warmer and more striking against pronounced wood grain. This versatility makes the set an easy companion for a dining table, coffee table, home bar or drinks trolley. Use the coasters for water and soft drinks, wine and aperitifs, or whatever happens to be poured a little later in the evening.

With six individual coasters, the set is made for sharing without taking up unnecessary space. Afterwards, each piece slots neatly back into the round holder, keeping the complete set close at hand while turning it into a decorative object in its own right. The polished surface and clean circular geometry sit naturally in contemporary interiors without belonging to one particular look. A classic idea, given a rather satisfying design twist.

Full circle. Sometimes design really is that simple.

RINGS comes from PHILIPPI, an owner-managed design manufacturer headquartered in Henstedt-Ulzburg near Hamburg. What began as a northern German start-up has developed into an internationally distributed design brand for home accessories, table and bar pieces, gifts, travel accessories and office objects. PHILIPPI has built a recognisable design language around clear forms, function and materials including metal, wood, ceramic and leather. The brand has become particularly known for its restrained metal and stainless-steel designs.

RINGS brings that approach to the table on a smaller scale. Its geometry is clear, its purpose immediately apparent and its polished finish provides all the decoration it needs. That balance also feels very much at home in the LIVOSY collection: we appreciate objects with presence that do not need to shout for attention. Pieces made to be used naturally, yet with enough character to remain interesting long after their first appearance.

Somewhere between a wine glass and one more drink

The PHILIPPI RINGS coasters work beautifully with different glass shapes, colours and table materials. Clear tumblers emphasise their pared-back appearance, coloured glass creates a playful contrast against the silver finish, while wine and bar glasses quickly give the arrangement the feel of a neatly considered home bar. The reflective surface stands out particularly well against natural wood and slips quietly into more minimal table settings. Pair RINGS with other PHILIPPI bar and table accessories or bring it into a wider interior setting alongside the brand's bowls, vases and decorative objects.

RINGS arrives as a complete seven-piece set with six coasters and one holder. It is an appealing choice for anyone who likes a table to be lived around, enjoys keeping guests for one more drink and notices the details along the way. After all, a good evening is welcome to have a ripple effect. Just preferably not in the form of rings on the table.