Metallic is trending in interior finishes, especially in living and bathroom spaces. High-gloss or brushed style, metallic looks in gold, brass, copper and other tones are all the rage in design.
Furniture, accessories, lamps and wall materials with a metallic sheen have become a must-have in bringing the latest interior design concepts to life. This chic feature not only adds a hint of luxury, but also accommodates different combinations of colours and materials, blending in seamlessly regardless of the design.
Eye-catching metallic effects
In addition to metal fittings in a range of warm gold shades, choices such as black chrome and red gold have become hugely popular in minimalist designs.
However, adding metallic finishes is also about finding the right balance: Stay away from combining multiple metallic tones in a single room to avoid looking excessively opulent. But you can use different surface textures in combination to create something that adds intrigue while still remaining harmonious. Mixing different metallic colours with chrome should also be avoided, as chrome features have a dominant effect in any room including bathrooms, and are not at all as neutral as is popularly believed.
Creating harmony
“Recently, rose gold or gun metal taps were the favourite option for adding on-trend metallic features to a bathroom. Taps are a very prominent feature in bathrooms and Geberit offers flush buttons in a range of metallic tones to fit in with the design concept. They’re all about adding the perfect finishing touches to a harmonious-looking bathroom,” explains Daniel Raissle, Head Product Line Taps and Controls at Geberit.
Focus on the full effect
Today’s bathroom trends are focused on dark colours and natural or mineral surfaces such as walnut, slate or concrete looks; metallic accents are the perfect complement to these designs. It’s worth remembering that it is the details that lend rooms their own sense of identity and individuality. Taps, flush buttons, shower channels, mirrors and soap dispensers in consistent metallic colours pull designs together, create a harmonious effect and make bathrooms feel more homely.
