For some time now, in furniture, both domestic and corporate, reproductions of authentic materials in stone and metal have been in high demand. These materials, when well chosen, connect to other elements, making environments harmonious and functional.
The use of stone, especially in kitchen countertops, toilets, bathrooms and laundry areas, has always been very popular. And this is easy to understand because these materials have two important characteristics: durability and practicality when cleaning.
Recently, stone-like surfaces have expanded their role in everyday life and gained space in other parts of furniture, including furniture fronts, counter tops and bookcase shelves. In addition to durability and practicality, they also add beauty and resistance.
The metal elements are timeless classics. The appearance of steel has been an indispensable part of kitchen equipment since 2017. They generate a modern effect by conveying the idea of being associated with technology and, sometimes, referring to the youth of the industrial style. Furthermore, as metals are made of cold materials, they can, depending on the situation, cause a feeling of coolness in certain environments.
The truth is that spaces communicate. Everything they contain, from the most prominent item to the most discreet detail, transmits sensations to their occupants. Therefore, the ideal is for the chosen materials to dialogue with each other. Colors, shapes, textures and other elements must have the ability to mix fluidly, creating feelings of comfort, safety and well-being. In these compositions, stones and metals cannot be left out.
