Bangalore Realty Moving To Marvel of Metal

Bangalore Realty Moving To Marvel of Metal

By siliconindia   |   Friday, April 18, 2014


Bangalore : Incorporating metals in interior designing is a novel way to make a home utterly distinctive.From the exterior to the interior of the home, metals can be used extensively to represent strength, beauty and status. Depending on the finish and how the metal is used, interior decor and exterior detailing can be transformed instantly with timeless unique metallic beauty. The multidimensional metals can be incorporated in various ways in home decor. People who prefer luster and shine can make use of steel, aluminum or copper to bring the modern minimalism in living rooms, kitchens and entire indoor spaces with different metallic interior decor. It is very important to understand the various uses that metal can be put to. Here is a simplification of different ways metals can be used to jazz up different aspects of home decor. Wall Walls are one of the most visible elements in any home. An unfinished aluminum surface can enhance the look in an entirely different way.Opting for accent metal copper or bronze tiles,amongst matte finish tiles can also accentuate the entire look of a home. The use of metal to cover an entire living room can put it in a whole new light. Shimmering and textural, tile application creates an eye-catching effect on wall. Cautioning people to not go overboard,Homasavardhan from Esthete, Bangalore says,"This all over 'glam' look can become too much some times. Metal used in balanced manner can accentuate the overall look". Floor : A floor can be considered as the fifth wall of a room; and being the most visible of a room, it requires attention. Floors nowadays are seen draped in unpredictable new coverings. However, one can go for metals for paving floors without being very extravagant. Although mostly made of zinc, pennies still give off a beautiful copper sheen, and their natural gloss lends a flecked result that is rich and subtly shiny. Metal Ceiling : Depending on the ambience that needs to be created, metal ceilings are a great architectural feature to add. Cost-effective, totally unexpected and corrugated metal ceiling can bring in an entirely different look to the decor and also add grandeur to a room. Metal panels also have ersatz finishes that look like precious metals. Steel ceilings can also give an industrial or high tech feeling to a room. The higher the ceiling, the more elegant will be the room. Metal also has reflective properties that will pull space inward. So, lower ceilings can give a feel of coziness.In residential design, copper, and even steel modular shingles are becoming increasingly popular for their durability and colour choices. Metal Accents in Kitchen : The use of still tiles in kitchen and bathroom as back splash can add glimmer and excitement in modern homes. "Metal is used in panels as well as in wooden cabinet structures as a highlighter," says Sameer A M, from Bonito Designs, an interior designing firm from Bangalore. Metal kitchen counter tops and chimney can give a lustrous look to the kitchen. "Metal can be incorporated for the breakfast table in a kitchen. Shiny metal is much more than just an accent in the kitchen. It contrasts well with a natural wood floor," says Kumar, from My Choice Interior, a design firm in Bangalore. Metal finish appliances such as fridge, microwave oven and stainless steel counters are widespread in professional kitchens and restaurants, but they are becoming more common in residential designs as well. Stainless steel comes in a variety of finishes and styles. Matte finish shows less wear and tear while traditional style has highly reflective surface.Metal conducts heat, and hence for a stainless steel counter, trivets or a separate area to place hot pots and pans should be provided to prevent the entire counter from heating up. Metal Furniture : There are other aspects where use of metal can give an elaborate look to the overall appearance of your home. Christina from Furniturewalla says, "Use of metal accessories or combination of metal with wood accessories gives a contemporary look to the home decor". Metal bed framing headboards can compliment a bedroom. Combination of wrought iron head and foot boards can give an exceptional feel. To add a romantic feel to a room, detailing with a wrought iron canopy bed and draping sheer material from the top of the canopy to the bottom at the four corners can be incorporated. When paired with soft bedding, and fabrics, wrought iron loses its hard edge and becomes a welcome addition in a bedroom. People wanting to procure metal furnishings and home accessories in Bangalore can visit stores such as @home, Metal Exotica, Essential Metal, Artistik's and Furniturewalla. Accessories in Metal : Metal accessories such as picture frames can be subtle or bold as well as eccentric and minimalistic. Other metal accessories and sculptures are also in vogue nowadays. "If you are able to get your hands on the rustic metal statues/sculptures; there is nothing else that can replace the look. You can also go for antique metal vases or hanging decors which look amazing despite their traditional rustic look and can be made to fit nicely in a contemporary interior," says Sameer. Additionally, lighting fixtures such as chandeliers, wall scones and pendant lightingin complimentary metals can light up any home in a stunning way. Metals can also be integrated into the exterior of the home. Use of metals for making personalized plaques or displaying address numbers and adding a wood and metal bench can enhance the curb appeal to front entry. Colored metal planters in garden is another creative way to make them look more attractive. Use of metal in unusual ways and designs certainly helps a home stand out to make a style statement. Its contemporary and ultramodern look gives glitter and shine to any home. Metal can undeniably create a distinct, grand and stunning appeal to your homes.

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