Metal Mixing
Yes, it’s ok to mix metals! So, take a deep breath and try to remember that Eastern Philosophy class you may have slept through in college – Every yin needs a yang.
Like everything else in interior design it’s all about balance – balance of proportion, texture, shape…just to name a few. Silver tones, or white metals, are cool while gold tones, or yellow metals, are warm. Too much of either is overwhelming, but the delicate balance of both creates a visual equilibrium.
But here’s the thing: You want to be thoughtful about your selections, how to mix them, and you don’t want to overdo it. So, if you need a guideline, pick two metals, and make one your primary and one your secondary. Use your primary as the focal point and the secondary as a complement. For example, in the bathroom your primary metal might be your mirror frame, sconces, and a towel bar. Then balance these with your secondary metal for smaller items like your sink faucet and cabinet knobs. And remember, black metal or brushed metal is a nice way to tone down the sparkle, and blends well with shinier tones.
Check out some great metal-mixing inspo:
From the London home of the magnificent Kelly Hoppen.
The butler’s pantry in an Upper East Side town House designed by Aman & Meeks.
A sleek and stylish custom kitchen by MMX Design Studio, Australia.
An eclectic mix from designer Nate Berkus.
A detail of Will Joyner’s masculine-chic Washington DC apartment.
A custom bathroom that blurs the line between minimalism and glam.