Trend #7: Patinated Metals and Living Brass
Cold galvanized metal and flat matte black hardware—staples of early 2010s farmhouse design—are giving way to warm, patinated living metals. Design enthusiasts now prefer unlacquered brass, burnished copper, and antiqued bronze that develop a natural, soft patina through everyday use. These living materials absorb light rather than reflecting it harshly, contributing to an atmosphere of quiet luxury.
Update your kitchen or bathroom hardware with unlacquered brass pulls and vintage-inspired bridge faucets that age gracefully. In the living room, introduce hand-hammered copper bowls or antique bronze floor lamps. The subtle warmth of these living metals echoes autumn’s golden sunlight, infusing your interior with understated historic character.
