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What’s Hot: 8 Beautiful Gold Brass and Hammered Metal Kitchens

While we agree brass and metal kitchens look great, some very brave homeowners have taken it a step further, fully committing entire kitchen cabinets and islands to the trend!

[mks_dropcap style=”letter” size=”52″ bg_color=”#ffffff” txt_color=”#000000″]H[/mks_dropcap]ammered metal and brass have been the reigning go-to style choice for beautiful accents in kitchens and homes in recent years. From faucets to doorknobs and light fixtures, warm metallics have slowly crept into popularity with homeowners and designers alike.

While we agree metal and brass accents look great, some very brave homeowners have taken it a step further, fully committing entire kitchen cabinets and islands to the trend!

So what do you guys think, is this trend a backstage crew on center-stage star? Check out these beautiful hammered-metal and brass kitchens to help you make up your mind!

Kitchen With Gold Metal Subway Tiles

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Yvette Philips Interior Design

Stainless Silver Hammered Metal Cabinets

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Xavier Béjot

Thanks to its structural durability, metal has been a major component of home design since the beginning of time. These kitchen cabinets were hammered with sterling silver metal sheets and matching hammered-metal hardware. What’s great about hammered metal? It contains texture, warmth, and color depth that stainless steel lacks. Although a bit on the pricey side, it’s an investment that will outlast wood or plastic kitchens.

Mixing Color With Modern Brass Hardware 

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Naked Kitchens

Did you know? Metal brass hardware is 300% more durable than zinc hardware! 

Metal or brass hardware is the easiest and most affordable way to jump on this trend! This turquoise kitchen was refreshed with gold hardware that is minimalistic and trendy. When choosing brass metal hardware, go with solid brass only as it is 300% more durable than zinc.

Gold Brass Countertops KILL Germs!

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Zeiatrum

Brass metal countertops are perfect for families with kids. Why you may ask? Brass is anti-microbial. Just wipe with a wet cloth to clean. No soap or cleaners required! Since brass is made of mostly copper, it automatically kills germs on contact. Now that’s a kitchen we would really love to own!

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Aubrie Pick

Gold brass is non-toxic and totally safe to use in the kitchen! 

Brass is made of two natural elements – copper and zinc. The cool part? It’s naturally forming and can be found in many multi-vitamins and foods. It’s also totally safe to use in your kitchen too, since it’s not toxic unless consumed in high doses.

Gold Kitchen Island

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Emmas Design Blog

Golden brass looks great with virtually any and texture or color, including different shades of wood flooring, marble, and tiles.

White kitchens have been a popular gold standard for years amongst designers and decor divas alike. Make your kitchen shine from the rest and invest in a gold brass kitchen island. Wondering if it would look good in your home? Golden brass looks great with virtually and texture or color, including different shades of wood flooring, marble, and tiles.

It Looks Great With Virtually Any Style Kitchen

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Cara Aston

Whether you’re a city girl or country girl – gold brass looks beautiful in any style imaginable.

From traditional to modern, it doesn’t really matter! Gold brass and metal hardware looks beautiful in any style kitchen. This Southern cream kitchen received a facelift with a brass chandelier and country-style faucet. So whether you’re a city or country girl, this design trend will definitely work for you!

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Swedish Christmas House Tour – Turn of the Century Stockholm Villa

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The Exterior – Swedish Design and 3-Style Facade

This stunning Swedish villa resides on Lidingö, an island in the inner Stockholm archipelago. Go beyond the walls and take a tour of this beautifully designed Swedish gem.

Built in 1909, this Scandinavian Christmas hideaway was designed in Swedish Art Nouveau and National Romanticism more than 100 years ago. The garden is lit with floodlights and lanterns which create a romantic and cozy atmosphere. This unconventional villa has 4 floors and a 3-style facade. The bottom exterior of the home is covered in stone, while the top features wooden panelling. The homeowners chose plaster for the middle for a modern twist.

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Eat Like a King – The Scandinavian Dining Room

The dining room was created on a budget with beautiful IKEA chairs that have removable cream seat covers. The kitchen island is crafted from glass with a solid oak counter top, perfect for smaller spaces! The ceiling lighting is “Credo 111” by Delight, and is operated by remote control throughout the home.

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Get THE look! Swedish Christmas Dining Room

Minimalist Glass Kitchen

The timeless harringbone parquet is original throughout the home and was re-stained to a dark molasses color. What is so great about the travertine tiles in the kitchen is they have underfloor heating for added warmth and comfort. The homeowners chose a stainless steel countertop to keep true to the modern re-design of the house. A green-tinted glass backsplash was chosen insted of traditional tile in the kitchen.

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Christmas is near! Simplistic evergreen branches and trees, pinecones, and wooden pots are what characterize this home’s Scandinavian  interior design. Modern white candles in different sizes by the fireplace are also a perfect compliment to any Scandinavian decorista.

Here, the owners show off their homemade mulled wine, mixed with cranberries and cinnamon sticks. The Swedish and Scandinavian lifestyle is all about minimalism and natural materials or elements.

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The 100-year old Fireplace 

Although this stunning home is over 100 years old, the homeowners believed in keeping as many original elements during the renovation process. Here, the original fireplace stove is covered in plaster for a minimalist design. Woven baskets are stacked nearby as an omen to Scandinavian basketweaving tradition.

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Get THE Look! Cozy Scandinavian Living Room

Living Room 

The roman blinds are white linen and homemade by the owners. Beige and gray are the earth tones chosen for the comfortable living room, with a Jasper Walden sketch hung on the right wall.

IKEA hack alert: The two carpets here were bought at IKEA and sewn together.

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Balance is key! Swedish style celebrates beautiful simplicity and functionality as seen in the corner of this living room.

A flower pot is placed in the middle with a pop of red color to serve as a focal point. Candles and decor balance the act on both sides. What makes this home so lovely is how casual the decorating and design is. Left: a picture frame leans gently on the wall for modern, relaxed flair.

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The Bedroom – Scandinavian Inspiration

Mixing and matching natural textures and patterns are what makes Swedish style unique. Here, the bedroom sticks with the color scheme of the home. Natural woven carpets, gray walls and linen drapes are a must. If you want to achieve the Swedish look, keep your design unfussy and straightforward. Remove clutter and organize using baskets and drawers. Bedding is by Canada Goose Home.

Hang pictures in multiples as seen here to create high impact when designing a blank wall.

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Get THE Look: Swedish Christmas Villa  Bedroom

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