Where we place the old bricks on the wall is very important and definitely affects the end result. Having the right interior design is an important part of the interior metamorphosis. But what if we decide to use old brick tiles in the kitchen? Specific walls require a specific approach. They will be a decoration for years to come, so they had better be well chosen.
Old brick decoration market
We are witnessing the intensive use of retro brick as a wall decoration material. This is happening on a large scale due to the increased interest of architects and investors in this material. We are going back to our roots, using the most durable material to decorate our rooms and interiors. The kitchen wall has always been used to experiment with different finishes. From Plexiglas panels to wood veneer and achieving an industrial look with cellular concrete.
The time has come for historic brick, a material derived from Poland’s building history. Truth be told, builders took a long time to convince themselves to use brick tiles as a wall in the space between cabinets in the kitchen. In guest rooms or living rooms, yes. Brick was welcome there for interior design and finishing. The barrier to using retro brick in kitchens was broken in the Benelux. There, the first, rather bold designs using bricks as a decor between kitchen cabinets were visible. This trend slowly followed in the direction of Poland. Only for the past few years, Poles are more willing to opt for such tiles in the kitchen space.
- retro kitchen with brick tiles can perfectly decorate the living room as an annexe
- Bricks in the kitchen need proper lighting
- old bricks on a kitchen wall are not difficult to maintain – a myth
Shades, color and texture different from the rest. Sounds bold right? This is also how the kitchens look like, in which old brick with appropriately selected grout has taken root. Not every type of brick suits the particular setting created by the furniture and its color and details. Designers often praise hsitoric bricks, but they also warn against incorrect color combinations. Significant contrast looks good in small and large interiors. If we combine bricks with a particular pastel olor, we must be sure that it will not always look good. The prominent texture of brick walls is a certain break from the standards of a smooth slab and the high gloss that prevails everywhere. This means that a second, eye-popping decorative treatment should not be used. Those who have tried, for the most part, have fallen into the trap of too much prevailing decor. It’s a bit like putting too much jewelry on – it always looks bad even though the jewelry itself is beautiful. The same is true when decorating the interior.
Remember to use old bricks with caution, combining them with the right materials and colors. This will allow you to get an electrifying effect with a balanced interior design. On the Internet you can find many examples of perfectly designed interiors, but also the other way around, with a mezalliance of not quite matching compositions. It is worth considering the support of an architect.
