Decor: 8 Ideas to Embrace the Metal Trend in Your Home in 2025

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Metal, aluminum, chrome, or white: this winter, metallic textures are at the heart of trends. It must be said that steel gets it all right, bringing a touch of elegance with polished finish accessories, a contemporary effect with brushed furniture, and a 70’s revival by combining industrial materials with flashy colors. In short, the metal trend is settling in with us in 2025, and that’s a good thing. Here are 10 great ideas for a trendy interior.

1. Metal lighting fixtures for flawless decor

We see them everywhere; lighting fixtures are ideal pieces for easily introducing the metal trend into the home. Brass pendants are all the rage, so let’s take advantage of them, as they harmonize perfectly in a kitchen or living room, providing warm lighting. We love pairing brass with white to break the coolness of this color and gain in elegance.

Are you particularly fond of the 70’s? No problem, the mushroom lamp, a big star in our bedrooms in 2024, looks fabulous in chrome steel or colorful metal.

2. Metal furniture, the star of industrial style

Metal furniture pieces are strong, modern, and elegant. For a well-coordinated interior, don’t hesitate to mix materials. A polished concrete floor, a beautiful metal table, a leather sofa, and exposed brick walls can transform your living room into an industrial style in no time.

We also love the ultimate industrial pairing: a wooden sideboard that can hold the TV, large metal cabinets reminiscent of American schools, a Chesterfield sofa, or club chairs. Industrial buffets made of wood and metal are also a must-have for an apartment worthy of a New York loft.

3. Decorative metal objects, subtle yet effective

Metal objects are subtle yet incredibly effective for following the metal trend. A chrome photo frame, a copper vase, or even a mirror with a golden metallic border create bright accents that transform a room. In a warm-toned living room, a few metallic touches add a contemporary twist that won’t escape your lifestyle-loving friends.

4. Stainless steel kitchen, a safe bet

The kitchen is a perfect space to adopt the metal trend, thanks to stainless steel surfaces. A backsplash or a central island in brushed stainless steel can transform your kitchen into a design piece. We love this durable material, a star in gourmet kitchens, which reflects light and creates a sense of infinite space in the kitchen.

Are you more discreet? Brass or copper cabinet handles offer a good compromise.

5. Walls with metallic details

Metallic walls are highly sought after for modernizing a room. You can install metal panels for an accent wall in the living room or opt for golden wallpaper in a bedroom. These details add a unique texture and subtly reflect light. The room appears both larger and brighter: it’s a win-win!

6. The metal bed frame, clever

Bed frames allow for easy adherence to the metal trend. A black wrought iron bed frame, a brushed gold steel headboard, or a white wrought iron children’s bed: metal is indeed a classic in bedding. It must be said that steel and wrought iron are very durable materials, and they are easy to maintain. Highly versatile, steel also allows for the creation of countless styles in a bedroom, from industrial to baroque to romantic. So let’s dive in!

7. Metal in the bathroom: a bright contrast

The bathroom is another ideal space to explore the metal trend. Opt for brass or stainless steel accessories for towel bars, faucets, and shower supports. These metallic touches blend beautifully with white or pastel tiles, creating a bright contrast and a hyper-modern bathroom. Are you more of a bling-bling person? Dare to use all-gold tiles, accompanied by shower supports, handles, and faucets in gold steel. A golden idea!

9. Installing shelves with metal supports

We’ve never really lost sight of them; wooden shelves with black metal supports are making a strong comeback in our interiors! Typical of industrial style, highly sought after in the former GDR, they fit perfectly in both the living room and the kitchen. Their practicality, coupled with a mix of materials that are both durable and timeless, allows you to incorporate this decor idea without hesitation. The all-steel look is also a big hit in interiors in 2025. Everyone will envy your kitchen with this ultra-industrial grid shelving!

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