Golden accents in interiors - how to arrange a space in a glamorous style?

Glamorous style is one of the most beloved interior design trends. It captivates with its attention to detail, beautiful combinations of colors, and refined materials. A design with gold will appeal to those who love designs with a touch of glamour. How to design a glamorous interior? You'll find the answer in this article!

Glamour style - elegance that never goes out of fashion

The glam aesthetic has become timeless. It looks fantastic in both small apartments and spacious suburban homes. Combined with a variety of styles, it creates a unique space where gold accents play a leading role. The eye-catching shine, applied in the right proportions, gives the interior an exclusive character. The glamour trend has seen many intriguing incarnations. Eclectic glam, soft glam, and vintage glam are just a few of the "variations on a theme" that offer a breath of fresh air in the world of beautiful, luxurious interiors.

What makes glamorous style stand out? Gold as a symbol of sophistication

Gold is a key element of this type of design. In the living room, bedroom, kitchen, or hallway, shimmering decorations play a special role: they add radiance, highlight the craftsmanship of the details, and visually "warm up" the decor. Gold accents on furniture and gold-colored decorations look incredibly elegant, reminiscent of photos of exclusive apartments from top interior design magazines. However, when decorating a living area with a glamorous touch, it's important to remember the golden mean. Too many shiny elements can overwhelm the room and make it look downright kitschy. So where should you begin decorating your apartment? What furniture should you choose? Below, you'll find some practical tips!

Golden accents - where to introduce them in the interior?

Shiny or matte gold elements in decoration, furniture, and finishing materials should be used sparingly. A floor lamp with a gold base, a coffee table with gold metal legs, or a mirror with a gilded frame will beautifully complement an elegant living room decor. It's worth remembering that the glamour style also encompasses the depth of refined black, dark green, and navy blue, against which subtle gold accents enhance the effect of exclusivity. Take the elegant FUJI chest of drawers in black, for example. Delicate gold-plated inserts and legs will add character to any living room or study design. This handleless piece is equipped with a practical push-to-open system. It's a perfect choice for interiors decorated in the spirit of glamour, modern classic, and dark academia.

What to combine gold with to avoid overdoing it?

Gold accents look great in both light arrangements bathed in bright colors and maximalist designs where a dark palette and bold patterns play the leading role. However, in both cases, caution should be exercised when choosing shiny decorations. In a living room inspired by a soft-glam aesthetic, the white ARA K160 chest of drawers will work beautifully. Gold edges and tall legs create a light overall look that won't overwhelm the décor. The piece will look stunning against a backdrop of modern lamellas, classic wall moldings, or delicately patterned wallpaper. You can display gold-framed photos on the chest of drawers, and hang a subtle wall sconce with gold accents on the wall. Keep wall and floor coverings neutral (white, gray, beige, or wood).

The 80/20 rule: gold as an accessory, not a dominant color

This rule assumes that gold in an interior should only complement the décor, with a subdued base color dominating 80%. This could be a fashionable shade of cashmere, petrol green, black, anthracite, navy blue, or neutral white. Against such a background, gold elements are highlighted but don't overwhelm the design. They will look interesting. Accessories with a distinctive texture, a vase with rounded edges, or decorations resembling a honeycomb. These elements also reflect light, creating an intriguing visual effect.

Gold furniture and accessories - how to choose them?

Glamorous furniture, such as the GOLDEN collection, impresses with its attention to detail. It combines high-gloss white surfaces with delicate gold-tone accents. Jewel-like handles and tall, slender legs lighten the design. The set includes a glass display cabinet, a spacious chest of drawers with cabinets and drawers, a sleek 160 cm wide TV stand, and a coffee table with storage shelves beneath the top. The entire set is made of high-quality laminated furniture board and MDF. Built-in LED lighting creates a pleasant atmosphere conducive to relaxation. GOLDEN furniture is an optimally balanced color combination that works beautifully even in small spaces. It will visually brighten the living area, highlighting the elegant form of individual design elements.

What materials go well with gold: glass, velvet, wood in dark tones

Darker wood flooring, metal (including furniture with black metal legs), glass (glass countertops, furniture fronts, impressive glazing, glass decorations), crystal (a crystal chandelier typical of the glamour style), and high-quality fabrics (velvet, plush, velvet, silk, cashmere) will all work beautifully here. Gold-plated accessories will look stunning when paired with natural stone—marble, granite, and sintered quartz.

Gold in different rooms - how to maintain consistency?

Gold interior accessories are the finishing touch. They shouldn't dominate the décor. Only then will they look elegant. Gold-plated elements can take on a variety of forms – from minimalistic and simple accessories with a matte finish to ornate, glossy decorations.

Living room: golden furniture legs, ceiling lamp

The black BETO chest of drawers on a gold-colored metal frame is modern glamour at its finest. The handleless, high-gloss fronts are adorned with delicate milling. The body and doors are made of solid laminated board and 16 mm thick MDF. This piece of furniture will work well in a formal living room or dining area. It will accommodate a multitude of knick-knacks, small electronics, home textiles, table decorations, serving dishes, and much more. It will complement a gold-framed picture or a gold lamp hanging above the tabletop. The black color will add depth to the interior, while the glossy fronts subtly reflect light. The BETO collection also includes TV chests in various sizes and elegant shelving.

Bedroom: gold-framed mirror, gold wall lamps, upholstered bed with gold accents

We spend about a third of our day in the bedroom. Its décor has a significant impact on our well-being, especially in the morning. A beautifully decorated interior in bright colors is pleasing to the eye and soothing to the senses. Expressive accents like a gold bedside lamp, a mirror in an ornate frame, or furniture with gold accents are welcome, adding an exclusive touch to the room. At Furnitop.co.uk, you'll find a wide selection of glamorous bedroom furniture, including chests of drawers and bedside tables. One of the options is the beautiful, incredibly comfortable CASSIDY continental bed with two bedding storage compartments and a high, tufted headboard. The soft, pleasant-to-the-touch velvet upholstery ensures the utmost comfort.

A stylish bedroom will be complemented by a generous MERV F10 sliding door wardrobe in a fashionable cashmere shade, which perfectly complements the gold accents. The light tones will visually enlarge the small bedroom, while the shiny accents will add a touch of glamour.

Bathroom: fixtures, handles, spa-glam details

When choosing a glamorous style, the design of every room in the house should reflect the same aesthetic. So, if your living room and bedroom are decorated in a glam spirit, incorporate elements of this style into the bathroom as well. And the possibilities are endless! Bathroom furniture with gold accents, a gold sink faucet, a rain shower head, or gold-plated motifs on ceramic tiles can all come in handy.

Kitchen: gold handles, island lamps, kitchen faucets

Glamorous accessories will complement the refined design of a kitchen space, where they will look great with marble or granite countertops. You can choose gold cabinet handles, a shiny faucet by the sink, or a gold ceiling lamp. Gold-legged bar stools, gold curtain rods, and gold-toned cutlery and kitchen accessories will complete the look. Silver, brass, or other metallic hues can also be an interesting alternative to gold.

The most common mistakes when using gold accents:

• an excess of gold accessories that can overwhelm the room's decor
• using too many colors in the interior
• failure to maintain aesthetic consistency in individual functional zones in the open-plan living room.

Carefully matching individual design elements, especially where gold accents are incorporated, is a ready-made recipe for a harmonious space that ensures comfort and functionality. You'll find a vast selection of furniture inspired by glamour, soft glam, eclectic glam, and vintage glamour at Furnitop.co.uk online store. We encourage you to explore our full range.