Warmer than gold and brighter than copper, brass can make a big impact in a space. Whether it’s antique-style kitchen hardware or a table lamp with an unlacquered finish, a dash of brass can instantly energize a decorscape without overpowering its surroundings. Curious how to weave the metal into a subdued palette? Here, Business of Home presents eight pieces with brass accents that are each versatile enough to use as a neutral.

The Hayes dining table and Keane dining chairs at Mitchell Gold + Bob WilliamsCourtesy of Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams

HAYES DINING TABLE — MITCHELL GOLD + BOB WILLIAMS

The curves in the concave legs of the sleek Hayes dining table at Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams are accented by sheets of real brass that create a shimmery, antiqued effect.

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The Bramley table lamp by VaughanCourtesy of Vaughan

BRAMLEY TABLE LAMP — VAUGHAN

Inspired by the streamlined silhouettes of early 20th-century sculptures, the Bramley table lamp by Vaughan boasts a simple, clean-lined form and a soft tumbled brass finish to boot.

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The Selfoss wall sconce at Lumens (here in black with hand-rubbed antique brass) was designed by Aerin for Visual Comfort.Courtesy of Lumens

SELFOSS WALL SCONCE — LUMENS

Designed with open ends and a hand-rubbed antique brass interior, Visual Comfort’s teardrop-style Selfoss wall sconce at Lumens will cast a warm, ambient glow on any color of wall.

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Modern Matter’s Porter solid brass ring pull in satin brass matte finish Courtesy of Modern Matter

PORTER SOLID BRASS RING PULL — MODERN MATTER

Like jewelry for your cabinets, this brass ring pull by Modern Matter will bring a hint of glamour to an earth-toned kitchen or bathroom.

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Porta Romana’s Allegra Bulkhead in aged brass Courtesy of Porta Romana

ALLEGRA BULKHEAD Ceiling light — PORTA ROMANA

The solid brass frame of this ceiling light by Porta Romana offers organic drama, while its curved corners put a softened spin on the trendy triangle motif.

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The Upham étagère by VaughanCourtesy of Vaughan

UPHAM ÉTAGÈRE — VAUGHAN

A midcentury-inspired étagère with a contemporary twist, the three-tiered Upham by Vaughan features stained acacia wood veneer shelves and antique brushed brass legs for a modern feel.

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Iatesta Studio’s Grasshopper table lamp in unlacquered brass Courtesy of Iatesta Studio

GRASSHOPPER TABLE LAMP — IATESTA STUDIO

Made of rich, unlacquered brass, the deep finish of the Grasshopper table lamp by Iatesta Studio brings depth and warmth to a pared-down tablescape.

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The Hébé coffee table (set of 3) by RinckCourtesy of Rinck

HÉBÉ COFFEE TABLE — RINCK

Composed of smoked glass tabletops and brushed brass bases, the Hébé coffee table by Rinck features a large table and two smaller ones that can be arranged in a variety of unique compositions.

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Homepage photo: The Hébé coffee table (set of 3) by Rinck | Courtesy of Rinck

Products featured in this article have been sourced from BOH’s Collections vertical, a showcase of the latest debuts from some of the industry’s leading brands.