It’s fair to say that gold and brass have had a starring role in interior design over the last few years. Offering warmth and often a bit of glamor, they’ve been used (might we say overused?) on everything from kitchen hardware to home bars. Now, though, cooler finishes – stainless steel, silver and polished chrome – are making their way back into the spotlight.
‘While we've been leaning towards warmer metallics in recent years, there's no denying the timeless appeal and sophistication that chrome or silver can introduce to a space, especially when used sparingly or as an accent,’ say Lina Galvão and Erin Coren, co-founders of Connecticut design studio Curated Nest. ‘Cool metallics, like chrome and polished silver, offer a modern and sleek ambiance.’
