Old is New in 2012!

 Post by:

Cynthia
Griffin

Old is New in 2012

One of the trends that I see for 2012 is the use of old materials in natural, creative and textural ways.  More specifically, I see a return to “the good old days” of the Victorian Period:  the use of metal representing the Industrial Age when metal was manufactured and used for many things modern and in direct contrast the use of hand-crafted wooden pieces popularized during the Arts & Crafts Period.  Metals are either aged patina, aluminum, or lightly colored, as well as bent, folded or overlapping with other materials.  Textured wooden pieces include wonderfully collected pieces of driftwood left natural or treated with a finish.   One such piece introduced into a setting can add a fresh yet mature perspective which will make you look twice – is it old or new? 

Aluminum stippled pendant.

Champagne colored overlapped metalwork.

Aged patina designed into modern artwork.

Folded aged metal – beautiful candle holder!

Reminds me of an old barn light, great use in a kitchen!

Upside down fence?  I like the nails too.

Something from my Grandmother’s time.

Sophisticated, gently bent wood.

I bet this casts great edgy shadows.

A “new” wall hanging, great for a den or a long hallway to add visual interest!