High Contrast
Designed byThe Ransom Company, this mixed-media bathroom blends modern and rustic design elements for an ambience that manages to be both homey and elegant. The playful herringbone floor tile and sophisticated marble-top vanity add textural variety to the all-white wainscoting, shower, and commode. But it's the unexpected presence of classic red exposed brick, complemented by sleekpendant lights, that dazzles the eye with laid-back charm.
Blending In
Even a material as bold as brick doesn't have to stick out like a sore thumb. For proof, look no further than this harmonious kitchen, masterfully brought to life by塔尔德sign. The softly weathered brick backsplash blends seamlessly with the copper-hued range hood,fully stockedwooden floating shelves, and butcher-block kitchen island, making a subtle statement in this high-traffic space.
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Mesmerizing Color
To lend a playful contrast to hardworking spaces, opt for multicolored brick instead of monochromatic brick that's color-matched to its surroundings. In thiscozy kitchendesigned byHerlong & Associates一块砖,石膏墙壁一点点的互补的色调e, brown, and gray serves as an eclectic counterpart to the wood floors, island, and chocolate-colored ceiling beams.
Industrial Meets Antique
Industrial-style appliances and pendant lights, coupled with a sleek ebony countertop, lend drama to this high-ceilinged kitchen designed bySLC Interiors. Even so, it's the unabashed use of dark brick on the sky-high back wall that provides the perfect counterpoint to the ceiling flourishes and grand-scaleVictorian-stylepainting.
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Whitewashed Whimsy
While brick is best known for its ruddy complexion, the earthy material comes in more than one shade, and can be color-matched to practically any interior. In this dreamy bedroom visualized byRenew Urban, whitewashed brick, elegant off-white linens and cushions, and a warm gray area rug set asoothing color palettethat's ideal for sleep or studying.
Beaming with Brick
Rough-hewn wooden beams and a variegatedhardwood floorconfer unpretentious elegance on this living room designed byRenew Urban. Uniting these rustic elements, the multicolored exposed brick adorning the back wall creates an intimate and inviting corner for relaxation.
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Nostalgic Nook
Thanks to a lone red brick wall and textured floor, stepping into this small butstatement-making bathroomis much like traipsing down a quaint cobblestone road of centuries past. Entranced by nostalgia, the owners of this 1800s home filled the space with clean colors and modern appliances while maintaining the original exposed brick on the back wall to give visitors a visual reminder of the historic home's past.
Fireside Flair
The rustic radiance of this Brooklyn brownstone doesn't stop at theexterior, but rather stretches all the way into the kitchen. Here, a red brick wall, paired with an ornamental ivory fireplace and accented by country cabinetry, lend the big-city kitchen a warm and inviting look that's straight out of a farmhouse.
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Rustic Recess
An otherwise awkward corner in this home is turned into a piece of built-in art thanks to richly-colored exposed brick.Adorned with accentsthat include a wreath and decorative bowls, and illuminated by lights mounted on the ceiling beams, the delicious design gets an added boost of beauty.
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Split Personality
A brick beam provides an elegant solution for tying together distinct spaces. In this eclectic home, brick installed above the island helps ease the transition from a contemporary kitchen with modernappliancesto a rustic dining room with farmhouse furnishings.
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Artisan’s Arch
Exposed brick on the dramatic arched ceiling of this kitchen adds depth and distinction to the space, rivaling the view from the expansive windows. Brimming with regal accents, from carved walnut cabinetry to beveled glass, the kitchen serves up the perfect atmosphere for home cooks who prize fine craftsmanship.
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Pillar of Style
Pristine white tile and a subtle gray floor and tub surround add a cool, contemporary sensibility to this tranquilbathroom. But at the far back of the modern space lies a rustic surprise. A lone pillar of exposed brick cuts the visual uniformity of the neutral bathroom, providing a punch of color and old-world warmth.
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Alternate Ambition
Hanging cabinetry on an old brick wall is a simple way to showcase the timeless beauty of masonry. In this kitchen imagined byJosephine Design, contemporarywhite cabinetryis set against exposed brick to achieve a wow-worthy color scheme. The playful mishmash of materials extends to the ceilings, where wood beams are contrasted with pure white drywall to draw the eye upward.
Artful Accent Wall
A sprawling red brick wall becomes an accent rather than an overwhelming feature, thanks to the addition of white paint that creates the illusion of wainscoting. In this imaginative dining room designed byLanding Design, a prominently displayedchalkboardstands ready for the menu du jour, blending seamlessly with the rustic space.
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