The cool metal tones (stainless steel, nickel, chrome, etc.) that have outsold all other finishes on everything from decorative hardware, to faucets and to furniture, have become so popular they have begun to look commonplace. 

Warmer brass finishes (along with gold, copper and bronze) have been moving in from the margins and are beginning to make a splash in high-end commercial projects and contemporary design.  Brass offers a compelling and intriguingly fresh look, especially with a brushed finish that is different enough from the polished brass of the 70s to look brand new!

Apple’s introduction of the iphone Xs with a metalic gold finish …

Apple's introduction of the iphone Xs with a metalic gold finish ..

… and celebrity icons, such as the beautiful Beyoncé, and fashion trends are also making waves to help catapult brassy gold looks into the limelight, and quickly captivating consumers’ interest.

Image by @beyonce on Instagram

It always takes a few years before new trends fully develop and become part of mainstream interior design, but brushed brass and warm gold looks are certainly gaining popularity. This Dura Supreme kitchen designed by Megan Dent, AKBD of Mingle, utilizes brushed brass accents in lighting, decorative hardware and plumbing to compliment this clean tranistional design.

Dura Supreme cabinetry design by Megan Dent of Studio M Kitchen & Bath, Plymouth, MN.

An angled close up of the white painted kitchen wall cabinet with a golden brass mesh metal insert and the coordinating brass metal hood over the cooktop.

Dura Supreme cabinetry design by Megan Dent of Studio M Kitchen & Bath, Plymouth, MN.

Pictured below are several beautiful photographs of Dura Supreme kitchens, bathrooms and etc. of trend-setting interiors using brushed brass to create a unique, upscale design.

Dura Supreme Cabinetry in Gale Force paint from Curated Color Collection paired with Hickory in a Morel finish

Brushed brass accents on the lighting, bar stools, and cabinet hardware pair beautifully with the Hickory Morel and Curated Color Gale Force cabinetry.

This stately bathroom with brass accents was designed by Studio M Kitchen & Bath and Interior Design by Studio M Interiors, Minnesota.

This stately bathroom with brass accents was designed by Studio M Kitchen & Bath and Interior Design by Studio M Interiors, Minnesota.

Kitchen design by Studio M Kitchen & Bath, Minnesota; Photograpy by Spacecrafting Photography

Kitchen design by Studio M Kitchen & Bath, Minnesota; Photograpy by Spacecrafting Photography

Contact your local certified kitchen and bath designer and Dura Supreme Dealer today to assist you in designing and pairing the perfect brass/gold accents into your kitchen or bathroom project.

Contact your local certified kitchen and bath designer and Dura Supreme Dealer today to assist you in designing and pairing the perfect brass/gold accents into your kitchen or bathroom project.

Danielle Bohn Kitchen & Bath designer and guest blog author for Dura Supreme Cabinetry at Studio M Kitchen & Bath in Plymouth, Minnesota.

Danielle Bohn, CMKBD is a Kitchen & Bath Designer from Studio M Kitchen & Bath, MN who specializing in Dura Supreme Cabinetry and a Certified Master Kitchen & Bathroom Designer (CMKBD) with 10+ years of experience in the Kitchen & Bathroom industry and a degree in Interior Design. Her accolades include the distinction of being named 2016 Best of KBIS Judge, 2015 NKBA 30 Under 30 recipient and has had several of her designs published in Alaska’s Best Kitchen Magazine and a feature in Alaska Home Magazine. Her background with Dura Supreme allows her to share her design expertise and experience with the product lines and the wonderful design features Dura Supreme has to offer!

To learn more about Danielle and her design team at Studio M Kitchen & Bath, MN go to studiom-kb.com.

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