Unique Chess Sets
Exclusive chess sets designed by architects
Available in acrylic, stainless steel and luxury bronze. Optional Italian Carrara marble board upgrade.
Luxury presentation packaging (certificate of authenticity on bronze sets).
UK delivery & US shipping (3–5 working days to USA).
Themed chess sets: architecture as game, art as display
Every Skyline set is a themed chess set built around a single design concept: iconic city skylines rendered as playable art. The pieces are miniature architectural landmarks — not generic shapes, not novelty figurines. The collection spans city editions from London to Dubai, premium metal and bronze finishes, and marble board upgrades. Each set is designed to hold its own on a shelf, a boardroom table or a mantelpiece — and still play a serious game.
Finishes: metal, bronze, marble
Unusual chess sets — design-led, not gimmick-led
City editions — choose the skyline with meaning
A city edition is the most direct way to make a chess set personal. London for a colleague's retirement. New York for a milestone. Dubai for a client. The skyline carries the meaning — no engraving required.
Skyline set is a gift that communicates intention.
Unique chess sets for adults — designed for gifting
Every edition ships in a presentation box with board included — the kind of unboxing that signals thought, not last-minute. The strongest gift formula:
1. A city with personal significance.
2. A finish that suits the recipient's space — steel for modern interiors, bronze for warmth.
3. A marble board for maximum presence.
Every Skyline Chess set ships with a presentation box and board. All sets available with Italian Carrara marble chess boards. Looking for something completely bespoke?
FAQ
A design concept, premium materials and display intent. This collection centres on architectural city editions and luxury finishes — statement objects, not tournament equipment.
A themed set is built around a coherent concept — here, city skylines and architectural landmarks. Novelty implies gimmick-first. Skyline sets are themed for both display and play.
Yes. The majority of purchases are gifts — birthdays, milestones, corporate occasions, offices. Every set ships gift-ready in a presentation box.
Yes — marble, wooden and city map boards. The board is what unifies the display.
Yes. UK delivery, US shipping and worldwide options available.
Each set is housed in a luxury presentation box with bespoke high-density foam inserts, ensuring secure transit and long-term archival storage. The shipment arrives as a complete unit, integrating both the weighted architectural pieces and their designated board.
Carrara marble boards are available as a premium pairing for all architectural ranges, providing a 4kg hand-polished base that enhances the set's physical presence. These 400mm x 400mm boards feature felt-lined undersides to ensure stability and protect your furniture surfaces.
Bronze pieces are hand-cast via the lost-wax technique, offering a substantial 8.05kg total set weight and a warm, tactile patina that matures over time. The stainless steel and powder-coated metal editions provide a modern, lighter feel with a sleeker, brushed or matte finish.
Avoid acidic liquids and abrasive cleaners to prevent etching the porous Carrara marble; a soft, damp cloth with pH-neutral detergent is sufficient for routine maintenance. Ensure the board is dried immediately after cleaning to prevent water spots and preserve the natural lustre of the stone.
Private commissions allow for the total customisation of the chess narrative, including the transformation of specific skylines or individual properties into hand-cast pieces. This collaborative process involves direct design consultation to define material selection, scale, and artisanal finish for a unique functional art piece.