The items used in the daily life of the Ephesus community were notable not only for their functionality but also for their elegant designs. Among the furniture, the most significant piece was the kline (couch/bed), which served as both a couch to recline on while eating and a splendid decorative element in the homes. Commonly arranged in a U-shape with three klines at wealthy tables, bronze or marble single-legged service tables (trapeza) would be placed beside them. These tables could be embellished with various reliefs and small figurines on their single column-like legs. The houses also featured chairs with and without backs, folding stools, and wooden chests (used as wardrobes and for storing items). At first glance, these items seemed simple but gained an aesthetic identity by being enriched with detailed carved motifs, fabric upholsteries, or metal accessories.

Pottery and ceramic vessels, plates, and pitchers produced for everyday use also reflected the design ideology of the period. Some bowls and vases displayed botanical decorations or goddess figures, and even lamps embossed with representations of Artemis of Ephesus could be found. Terracotta lamps, particularly, were among the most common lighting implements in Ephesus, many of which were adorned with motifs such as stars, flowers, and animals, serving as both light sources and decorative objects. For instance, a terra-cotta lamp featuring a many-breasted Artemis figure in the central medallion illustrates how a religious symbol met with a mundane item. In affluent homes, bronze wall brackets, lamp embellishments, and candlesticks were used to add grandeur to the lighting. Among women's personal items were mirrors with ivory handles, carved jewelry boxes, and glass cosmetic bottles; these objects were designed to be both practical and opulent. Indeed, excavations at the Ephesus Terrace Houses have extensively unearthed everyday objects like jewelry boxes, cosmetic containers, and balance weights. Archaeological findings reveal that all types of household items, from kitchen utensils to decorative objects, incorporated aesthetic details. In summary, the everyday design elements in ancient Ephesus served as narrative tools reflecting the social status and cultural values of their users.

The items used in the daily life of the Ephesus community were notable not only for their functionality but also for their elegant designs. Among the furniture, the most significant piece was the kline (couch/bed), which served as both a couch to recline on while eating and a splendid decorative element in the homes. Commonly arranged in a U-shape with three klines at wealthy tables, bronze or marble single-legged service tables (trapeza) would be placed beside them. These tables could be embellished with various reliefs and small figurines on their single column-like legs. The houses also featured chairs with and without backs, folding stools, and wooden chests (used as wardrobes and for storing items). At first glance, these items seemed simple but gained an aesthetic identity by being enriched with detailed carved motifs, fabric upholsteries, or metal accessories.

Pottery and ceramic vessels, plates, and pitchers produced for everyday use also reflected the design ideology of the period. Some bowls and vases displayed botanical decorations or goddess figures, and even lamps embossed with representations of Artemis of Ephesus could be found. Terracotta lamps, particularly, were among the most common lighting implements in Ephesus, many of which were adorned with motifs such as stars, flowers, and animals, serving as both light sources and decorative objects. For instance, a terra-cotta lamp featuring a many-breasted Artemis figure in the central medallion illustrates how a religious symbol met with a mundane item. In affluent homes, bronze wall brackets, lamp embellishments, and candlesticks were used to add grandeur to the lighting. Among women's personal items were mirrors with ivory handles, carved jewelry boxes, and glass cosmetic bottles; these objects were designed to be both practical and opulent. Indeed, excavations at the Ephesus Terrace Houses have extensively unearthed everyday objects like jewelry boxes, cosmetic containers, and balance weights. Archaeological findings reveal that all types of household items, from kitchen utensils to decorative objects, incorporated aesthetic details. In summary, the everyday design elements in ancient Ephesus served as narrative tools reflecting the social status and cultural values of their users.