The most recent design collections, use metal as a distinctive element of their lines. Metallic finishes that simulate the effect of raw or semi-finished materials are the protagonists of this trend. 

The metal furniture used in the most modern living contexts, leaves little room for the imagination. It is essential, in other words minimal. It exploits the simplicity of the lines and is used in different contexts of the interior, thanks to its ability to take up little space.

Metal expresses originality, luxury, and brightness. Think of the metallic finishes in copper or the furnishings that take advantage of the copper cladding or the brass finishes capable of making tables and consoles unique. Metallic finishes have the "power" to furnish the space making it bright by means of the tonal nuances that they are able to reproduce.

The material combination of metal takes on a primary function within the space in which it is placed. Precisely for this reason, it will be necessary to pay close attention to the way in which you choose to allocate the metal decorative elements inside a room.

Metallic finishes: what to choose and where to place them in a living area

Metallic finishes are a peculiar feature in contemporary furnishings . However, it is necessary to pay close attention to the collation within a housing solution.

Choosing to use these types of materials, positiong is paramounts ensuring not to overload the room, in particular those with darker shades, which could be counterproductive if the aim was to furnish a house choosing simple and minimal lines. Seeking professinal advice is undoubtedly the best solution if you want to optimize the space, using lights and colors available.

If indeed you prefer to experiment with these metal finishes and create your own a personal theme , follow these few small tips.

1- To obtain a vintage effect you need abrass furnishing and accessories combined with a soft color, for example think of blush pink or dove gray.

2- Furniture accessories and lamps, take on an elegant and almost retro charm when combined with a copper finish. The copper processing applied, for example, to the details of a hanging lamp such as one of our Frac versions, will give your room a rather chic tone. If, on the other hand, the goal is to recreate an environment that has a purely industrial aspect, it will be sufficient to combine the copper finish with materials such as iron or concrete.

3- Brushed steel, on the other hand, is excellent when combined with materials such as glass or crystal. The treatment it receives, is called brushing, it involves steel in a production process that enhances the decorative characteristics of the metal making the surface harmonious. The brushing process eliminates any defects and surface imperfections of the steel and makes it suitable for receiving subsequent treatments.

The contemporary furnishing style that exploits metal furnishing elements, in its simplicity manages to adapt to any domestic context, from the most traditional to the most glamorous and original.