small but essential: Hardware
How can hardware play a pivotal role in your new home design? This small but essential element can influence the feel of any space! Here’s what you might need to consider ahead of making hardware selections for your home!
Like anything, choosing the perfect color or finish of your hardware can easily dictate your interior design palette. Finishes like nickel, matte black, or chrome can provide a cooler atmosphere in your home, while brushed gold, brass, and copper offer a warmer complexion. Some elements that might help you decide on this is the color of your hardwood or furniture pieces.
Additionally, matching your plumbing and light fixtures is an option many select to make a room feel whole. Imagine your primary bathroom decorated in gold finishes from floor to ceiling! This detail will create an elevated and luxurious appeal to your home!
The shape of the hardware you select can come in a variety of options, such as curved or straight-edge. Fluted or reeded pulls are all the craze right now! Other models include acrylic designs that complement the metallic finishes, crystal-like components, and more. The possibilities are endless!
Usability of the hardware you select is also imperative to creating a stylish, yet functional, space. We recommend using knobs on the cabinets near your ceilings, while using pulls everywhere else. Also, be sure to keep in mind the size of your cabinets. If you have a taller cabinet or wider drawer, you may want to find a handle that is proportionate to it.
While hardware is a small feature, it has a tremendous impact on the appearance of your home! Stop by one of our available inventory homes or model homes to explore how we best select this small but mighty component. Want to feel inspired? Schedule a tour with us today!
