Golden Accents: The Art of Brass & Gilded Details

Gold and brass accents elevate this home beyond style—they bring a sense of time, craftsmanship, and understated grandeur. Throughout the residence, these warm metals are applied with purpose and restraint. Think hand-finished brass vases with soft, lived-in patinas, or ornate mirrors framed in burnished gold that catch the afternoon light just right. Sculptural floor lamps stand like art pieces, while chandeliers evoke Old World elegance with a mid-century twist. Faucets and handles—often overlooked—become touchpoints of luxury, gleaming with a vintage glow. Even functional elements like picture frames and custom room dividers take on new importance, adding heritage richness to contemporary settings. What makes these accents enduring is not just their beauty but their ability to age gracefully, developing texture and character. With work by revered designers like Vaughan Designs, Ochre, and Studio BrichetZiegler, this home becomes a lesson in how metals, when chosen with care, define space and speak of quiet sophistication.