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How to Use Decorative Hardware to Complement Any Colorful Decor
Color is a powerful design tool—it sets the mood, energizes a space, and reflects personality. At Modern Matter, we believe your hardware should do the same. With eight rich finish options and twelve stunning gemstones, our customizable decorative hardware offers a playful, elegant way to elevate any colorful decor.
Whether you're designing a bold, maximalist space or looking to bring a vibrant touch to a neutral backdrop, here are three ways to use gemstone hardware to enhance your interiors.
Interior by Ashley DeLapp Interior Design. Photography by Christina Hussey
1. Add an Extra Pop of Color
Sometimes, a small detail can make the biggest impact. Whether your space features soft earth tones or vivid hues, adding colorful gemstone hardware creates a striking focal point that makes your furniture and cabinetry feel custom.
Think of our vibrant amazonite or rose quartz paired with warm woods—or a lapis and malachite on crisp white cabinetry. It’s a simple upgrade that speaks volumes.
Pro tip: Use this approach in powder rooms, living rooms, or entryways where statement details can really shine.
Interior by Color Me Bold
Interior by Kindred Interior Studios. Photography by Aura Lake Photography
Interior by Rae Rockwell. Photography by Stephen Paul
Interior by Barrie Benson
2. Create Contrast
Designing with contrast keeps things interesting. Pairing light cabinetry with dark gemstone hardware—or vice versa—can add instant depth and visual intrigue.
Our gemstone options, like labradorite, lapis, tigers eye, or malachite, offer that perfect color tension. Contrast isn't just bold—it adds structure and rhythm to a room, guiding the eye and highlighting intentional design choices.
Try this: Brass hardware with neutral stones like white quartz and moonstone on navy cabinetry for a look that’s rich, dimensional, and editorial.
Interior by Georgia Street Design. Photography Laura Sumrak
Interior by House of Birdie Interiors. Photography by Kaitlin Gooding
Interior by Amanda George Interior Design. Photography by Miranda Estes
Interior by Parrish Delapp. Photography Shutter Avenue Photography
3. Match Tones for a Cohesive Look
For a more polished and cohesive design, coordinate your decorative hardware tones with your color palette. Think rose quartz with blush tones, or amethyst with soft lavenders.
This approach creates harmony without losing personality. It’s perfect for those who want color that’s expressive but still refined.
Style suggestion: Match gemstone hues with textiles, wallpaper, paint accents, or even art to tie everything together beautifully.
Interior by Chad Graci for the FLOWER Magazine Baton Rouge Showhouse. Photography by Paul Costello
Interior by Rae Rockwell. Photography by Stephen Paul
Interior by Hallie Henley Design.
Interior by Creative Tonic. Photography by Julie Soefer Photography
At Modern Matter, we design hardware that doesn’t just blend in—it stands out. With our customizable gemstone hardware selection, you have endless ways to bring color, contrast, and cohesion into your home through thoughtful details.
Explore our collection of luxury decorative hardware and find the perfect finishing touch for your colorful space.
