Darren Kennedy: Whether you want a dash of glamour or yearn for all-out opulence, go for gold

Lina lamp table in Champagne gold, €495, DFS Gold wooden wall mirror, €79.99, zarahome.com Art, €595 - €2,995, jesskellyart.

ie Gold shell dish, €19.99, from a selection at Homesense Wire bar stool gold, €239, very.ie Italians love their bling so perhaps it’s no surprise that at Milan Design Week — the world’s biggest design trade fair — some of the biggest names in design went all-out on gold.



For many this marked a welcome departure from the more minimalist, pared-back aesthetic we’ve become accustomed to from many of the Italian heavy hitters. Whether you’re looking to add a touch of glamour or go all-out, gold infuses a space with elegance and sophistication. Gold comes in a spectrum of shades, each bringing a unique character to a space.

Gold shell dish, €19.99, from a selection at Homesense Classic gold is bright and vibrant, perfect for statement pieces and accents that draw the eye and add a sense of luxury to a room. Antique gold has a more aged appearance and evokes a vintage charm.

Champagne gold has a light, silvery undertone, which works well in traditional and contemporary settings, adding understated glamour. The more trend-conscious might favour rose gold. With a subtle pink tint, it offers a softer, more modern take on the metal.

Gold doesn’t have to be overwhelming and it can be introduced to add shimmer and opulence to your current design. Picture frames, mirrors, or vases in shades of gold can enhance the decor without dominating.