Classic heroes like noble, dark finishes, rich jewel tones, and always-appealing blues are playing a strong game right now. However, upstart neons and offbeat pastels are challenging their dominion with lively appeal and quirky sensuality. Here, we highlight luxury dark design trends. Let the design games begin!
Where to Shop Black and Dark Design Trends in Pittsburgh
Louis Anthony
Devoted to combinations of unexpected elements, Etho Maria plays with dark and light in this 18K gold cuff bracelet coated in black rhodium. Nearly 12 carats of white, rose-cut diamonds gleam beautifully out of this luxurious darkness. Available at Louis Anthony.
Today’s Home
Designed for everyday elegance by Century Furniture, this drinks table with an antique brass finish dresses up any seat it’s pulled next to. A pedestal dining table in this design is also available at Today’s Home.
Moda
NN.07’s sexy, innovative approach to menswear helps us smolder our way through the cold months ahead. This printed cotton corduroy shirt jacket would look just as much at home in a Rembrandt portrait as it would in one of Pittsburgh’s hipster craft breweries. At Moda in Shadyside.
eggersman USA
The new eggersman USA showroom in Shadyside showcases a lovely range of finishes and materials for kitchens as well as indoor and outdoor spaces. Among our favorites is Osaka, a deeply textured wood material that emanates warmth and quiet luxury. Its tactile surface and rich grain make a bold, grounded statement in any space.
Lee Broom x Lladró
British designer Lee Broom teamed up with renowned Spanish porcelain giant, Lladró, for the first time this year. His Cascade collection debuted during Milan Design Week in a combination of heritage and creativity. Lladró, founded in 1953, brought its deep knowledge of porcelain to the project. Broom brought his understanding of the dramatic potential of lighting to elevate any and every room of the home…and his modern sensibilities. Shown here is Broom’s Cascade Long Hanging Lamp, a poetic combination of strength, mood, form, and function. Available at Form Fluent.
Koncept
Koncept recently introduced their marble-based Dude Lamp in two classic colors: Marquina Black and Carrara White. To warm up the possible chilliness of marble, the lamp’s designer dreamed up an oversized bulb and shade combination that vividly brings the product to life. This Dude beckons us in for a visit. We’re tempted to linger! Available at Lumens.
Larrimor’s
Goose vest and plaid wool overshirt by Maurizio Baldassari keep the trend for smoldering chocolate browns front and center. Available at Larrimor’s.
Henne Jewelers
18K yellow cognac diamond earrings with black onyx dangles by Nina Pugliese shimmer even as they shadow. Very glamorous. Exclusively at Henne.
The Picket Fence
A delightful range of warm neutrals brings a traditional Fair Isle sweater into the craze for cozy beiges and tans. Check it out at The Picket Fence in Shadyside and Sewickley.
Han Studio
Pittsburgh-based Hanna Dausch sees rich possibilities in the darkness and the gleam of wood. This collection of vases and candleholders (and small furniture) is made of ebonized cherry and walnut. “Ebonizing is the process of darkening wood with a solution of steel wool and vinegar. When applied, it reacts with the tannins in the wood to create a dark and rich black color. It is not a stain, but a chemical reaction in the wood. The idea for these pieces came from studying ceramic glazing techniques and figuring out how to apply the same idea to woodworking using woodworking techniques.” We think it’s time to add a piece to your collection.
Story by Keith Recker and Stephen Treffinger
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