I've done many homes in the last five years, each finish has been unique in it's own way. Most clients, however, are very mindful to stay fairly neutral. The most popular finishes I've had seem to be all the "tuscan" style finishes done in browns and soft glazes.
I happened to mention in an article in January's Home Improvement and Remodeling Magazine that the new trend is leaning toward metallics. Well, here is one wonderful case in point.
A fabulous lady who has the most unique taste of mirrored furniture and modern crystal chandeliers contacted me about a month ago and asked me to come look at her home. She had a file filled with photos from all sorts of magazines on decor and design. She showed me one picture in particular that had an item that was done in silver gilding. She said "I want that on my walls." Well, I have to say I was thrilled and horrified all at once. I love to use leafing and think it is one of the most amazing of decorative art forms, but it absolutely stinks a place to high heaven, not too mention the time and money that it costs tends to turn a client off.
What I came up with instead is this. It's a combination of silver leafing and silver plaster. (like venetian plaster) The results were absolutely incredible. I haven't enjoyed a creation yet as much as I did this one. The project didn't end with the silver walls either. In addition to her affinity for mirrors and light, this client has also had an affection for a famous designer who painted or rather printed a very recognizable face on many items from plates to chairs. She has several of these pieces and wanted that same face on her walls. We did that and then some. Here are the results.
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