DESIGN: METAL CHOICES
Metal Matters METAL FINISHES IMPACT THE OVERALL DESIGN OF ANY HOME—AND ULTIMATELY BRING THE DESIGN TOGETHER.
MICHELE VAN DER VEEN
E very house has it—metal! From metal on door handles, cabinet hardware, light fixtures, plumbing finishes, and more, metal seems to be everywhere. Choosing the right metal finish involves answering many questions: Do all metal finishes work for all styles of houses? Which metals are a fad, and which ones are timeless? Which
metals look better with darker interiors versus lighter ones? And, finally, the big question: Can I mix, or should I match, the metals in the home? Think of metal as the jewelry of the home. Just as the metal finish on a pair of earrings, a necklace, a bracelet, or a watch makes a statement about a person’s outfit, metal finishes impact the
overall design of any home. Choosing the metal finish may seem like one of the smaller decisions you’ll need to make for your project, but it ultimately brings your whole design together! METALS AND HOUSE STYLES Which metal works with which style of house?
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