Copper

Psst… I want to share a design trend with you that I’m falling in love with! It’s COPPER! If you start looking around you will be seeing more of this beautiful metal adding it’s rich glow to the exterior and interior of our homes. Yes, copper prices have been at a premium for a few years now, but thankfully we are starting to see a bit of a dip and it’s becoming more affordable. Let’s take a look at all the beautiful ways homeowners are starting to use copper in home decorating. 

 

Copper Countertops & Tables

 

Traditional Kitchen design by Dc Metro Kitchen And Bath Kleppinger Design Group, Inc.

 

People are moving beyond the country look of hanging copper pots and placing the copper in areas you might not expect. This gorgeous kitchen that you see above has a stunning copper countertop on it’s kitchen island and backsplash.  My best friend, Tiffany, had her kitchen table (pictured below) custom made by copper artisans. I fell in love with this table. It is hammered copper that has been heated to ultra high temperature which then oxidizes the metal to create beautiful dark colorations throughout it. It is truly a work of art.

 

 

Take a seat at the copper breakfast bar and gaze across at the eye catching copper sink and range hood.

 

Traditional Kitchen design by Other Metros Interior Designer Natalie DiSalvo

 

Copper Range Hoods, Sinks & Tubs

 

The focal point of this kitchen is undoubtedly the oversized copper range hood. The warmth of the copper tones are then repeated in the wood beams, stools, and copper chandelier.

 

Traditional Kitchen design by Charleston Kitchen And Bath Carolina Kitchens

 

I’ve been dying to have a copper sink ever since I found out my favorite local import store carries a variety of them!

 

Eclectic Kitchen design by Indianapolis Kitchen And Bath Shannon Poe

 

Mediterranean Kitchen design by Houston General Contractor Hann Builders

 

Copper sinks aren’t only for the kitchen. Many bathrooms are being decked out in copper.

 

Contemporary Bathroom design by Interior Designer Jeff Sheats Designs, Inc

 

Who wouldn’t want to soak away the day’s worries in this 66” copper double slipper tub?

 

Signature Hardware

 

Copper Penny Floor

 

For a very different floor, you might want to try laying your own copper penny floor! How fun is this? Gorgeous!

 

Design Trawler

Copper Lighting

 

Shiny industrial copper pendants give this kitchen a bit of bling and sparkle.

 

Traditional Kitchen design by Other Metros Design-build Witt Construction

 

Restoration Hardware

 

Modern Kitchen design

 

Outdoor copper fixtures are a popular option for homes along the coast. The 2012 Southern Living Idea House uses copper lanterns to flank each side of the door and one hanging above. Copper will not corrode easily in the salty and humid air and will develop a beautiful patina over time.

 

Southern Living

 

See how the copper sconces in the Coastal Living Galveston Idea House have darkened to a rich copper? To keep copper bright it needs to be lacquered or specially treated. The patina gives the copper a very nice character that is preferable and low maintenance.

 

Coastal Living

 

Copper Roofs

 

Here in the south, having copper roofs is quite common. The copper accents add so much interest and add to the house’s character and curb appeal.

 

Contemporary Exterior design by Other Metros Design-build Witt Construction

 

Traditional Exterior design by Other Metros Design-build Witt Construction

 

Copper Accents & Accessories

 

Now this copper fireplace surround is a sleek and  interesting alternative to tile, brick, or moldings.

 

Modern Living Room design by Boston Architect LDa Architecture & Interiors

 

If you aren’t sure you want to commit to copper quite yet with many of the more permanent ideas above, you might want to try adding copper accessories to you home. A copper tray used for an autumn display will work wonderfully.

BHG

Or a more functional use would be a copper lazy susan in the kitchen.

Grandin Road

Spend some family time and make memories around a hammered copper fire pit.

Country Living

This past weekend I was working on adding copper to my home and I’ll show you how to get the copper look affordable with real copper and how to fake it! So stay tuned!

Are you excited about this new design trend? Which use of copper is your favorite?

Kim

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