What's Hot in Decorative Hardware!
A Trend Report From Hickory Hardware
One of the easiest and most affordable ways to express your style
in your home is to use decorative hardware in new and imaginative
ways. To help jump-start your home decorating, architectural hardware
manufacturer Hickory Hardware™ (www.HickoryHardware.com)
reports on the hottest finishes and styles for decorative home hardware
in 2008!
Trend
1:
Rich Getting Richer
In 2008, the ongoing interest in rich, dark finishes is evolving
into a trend toward antiqued, textured finishes, such as Hickory
Hardware’s Windover Antique and Dark Antique Copper. These
finishes are characterized by rich, bronze tones accented with hints
of copper and lighter bronze. The combination of deep color, contrasting
highlights, and subtle textural effects adds appeal and distinction
to any home interior.
The high-res photo of Hickory Hardware’s textured Basaltic
cabinet hardware family in Windover Antique finish is available
at the following link:
http://www.HickoryHardware.com/press/basaltic.jpg
Trend
2:
A Golden Opportunity
Although nickel and bronze finishes are still
popular decorative hardware choices, they don’t offer the depth
and translucence that many homeowners prefer. That’s where
gold tones really shine. Hickory Hardware’s Satin Rose Gold
and Antique Rose Gold finishes, for example, combine warmth and
depth of color to create a rich, multidimensional effect that heavier
metallic finishes lack.
The high-res photo of Hickory Hardware’s new Antique Rose
Gold finish is available at the following link:
http://www.HickoryHardware.com/press/antiquerosegold.jpg
Trend
3:
What's New Is Old
Everybody knows that contemporary styling
demands a sleek finish, right? Not anymore! When European designers
recently started applying rustic finishes to contemporary designs,
a new and immediately popular trend was born. The fusion of traditional
finishes and sleek shapes offers visual contrast and satisfies the
homeowner who loves both traditional and modern styling.
The high-res photo of the sleek and simple Rotterdam collection
in a traditional Windover Antique finish is available at the following
link:
http://www.HickoryHardware.com/press/rotterdam.jpg
Trend
4:
Whole-House Concept — Take 2
A new twist on the whole-house design concept provides
a coordinated look while allowing each room to project its own,
unique personality. Rather than matching both style and finish,
why not try mixing several hardware styles that feature the same
finish? Or, choose the same style of hardware, but purchase it in
different finishes. Whether you go whole hog on whole house, or
try one of the new hybrid approaches, your décor is sure
to benefit from design coordination.
The high-res photo associated with this trend is available at the
following link:
http://www.HickoryHardware.com/press/kingstoncollection.jpg
Trend Report PDF is available at the
following link: http://www.HickoryHardware.com/press/2008_TrendReport.pdf