Whether you’re into a futuristic, sharp style or an iron-clad gothic dungeon aesthetic, metal features are a fantastic way to make a statement in your space. But sometimes, bold and brassy accents can feel drowned out by matte paints and soft, pastel colour schemes.
Consider using these tips to uniquely incorporate metal materials into your space, effectively including them in your home design so they take the spotlight.
Reflective Backdrops
An easy way to include metal as a focus in your space is to have it in a backdrop.
Whether you include it in an accent wall with metallic wallpaper or add sheets of stainless steel for a sleek kitchen backsplash, its reflective features create a beautiful spotlight in any room in your home.
Antique Metallic Furniture
For a budget-friendly way to include one-of-a-kind pieces in your living room or bedroom, try antiquing for vintage metal furniture.
Industrial cupboards, drawers, and garden chairs add an artistic touch to traditional furniture. These older pieces are twice as durable and can be easily maintained to ensure longevity.
Make Appliances A Focal Point
While there are many places to get creative when you want to add a metal edge to your interiors, it is easy to think about the ones likely to be covered up. We are talking about your appliances. Toasters, kettles, and microwaves all come in various finishes, but why not opt for a 50s-style chrome or even stainless steel?
It’s time to make your everyday appliances an artistic talking piece.
Radiatora are ripe for a stylish metallic upgrade. These household staples easily fade into the background because we’ve been conditioned to think of them as something that needs hiding or camouflaged with the walls.
The exciting reality of modern radiators is that they don’t need to be painted the same shade as the room they heat; they can stand out and become a focal point all on their own! If you want to step back, consider the reproduction of Victorian cast iron radiators embossed or etched with complex designs. If something a little more modern speaks to you, search for column radiators; these are a glorious modern twist on the classic cast iron that is all chic without the shabby! Whatever style you choose, they will add a fabulous metal addition to your aesthetic, all while comfortably heating your home.
Mix and Match Materials
Combining metal with other materials creates a masterful contrast that makes any home look professionally designed. Consider trying these combinations of metal with other textiles to provide a cohesive but intricate look to your home:
- Brass and Velvet for a glamorous touch
- Bronze and Suede for a brooding but contemporary look
- Chrome and Cotton for a light and airy open floorplan
- Cast Iron and Linen for a cosy and classic vibe
Play with warm metals, like bronze, gold, and copper, to brighten a space, or muted vibrant colours with cool-toned metals, like chrome, iron, and steel. This is a great way to strike a balance in any room.
Storage with Edge
Consider upgrading your storage solutions to a metallic theme to keep things organised and on-trend. Industrial metal cabinets and lockers can often be picked up secondhand for very reasonable prices. They are also easily customisable. A can of spray paint can easily convert even the most scuffed-up cabinet into a furniture piece that fits in precisely with your colour scheme.
Metal lockers make the ideal slimline wardrobe, while smaller versions make excellent bedside tables. A set of hairpin legs can quickly elevate a small locker (literally and figuratively) into something much more at home in your bedroom than in a staff room.
Expose Frames and Inner Workings
If your home has loft beams or exposed piping, use that to your advantage.
Consider repainting pipes that need sprucing up with a metallic finish or adding lighting to highlight natural copper features. It’s a built-in hack to create a dreamy steampunk aesthetic.
Decorative Yet Functional Accents
Make your decorative pieces things that already work for you. Statement lighting over a dining table or wrought iron railings in your home’s exterior is a great way to marry functionality and artistic creativity. Use accents like these to support your metallic focal point.
Get Playful With The Right Design For You
There are no hard and fast rules to home design.
No matter what tips you decide to apply, remember to be bold and play around with metalwork in a way that speaks to you.
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