The interior design inspiration I am going to discuss this week is one element that is part of the infrastructure of a home. Exposed brick has always been a unique home element that can compliment different kind of homes.

You can go modern and sophisticated, or rustic and charming, exposed brick can truly play many roles in bringing a home together. So lets talk about some of the ways you can accentuate your brick whether it being the walls or your ceiling, and let’s make the most of it.

Brick walls have the appeal to feel ultra stable and strong. This contrasting with modern furniture can give you a true mix of contemporary and vintage. Using these Parisian decorating tips can also help you build a chic aesthetic around your brick.

Contrasting the heavy brick walls or ceiling with soft home fabrics or home accessories will create a very bohemian vibe and maybe even bring out your inner fairy-tale inspiration.

Painting the brick white can make a cool, clean, texturized, and effect to a room. A lot of the time you will find exposed brick facades in older homes. You can check out some amazing tips for older homes and apply them to your exposed bricked out room.

When it comes to color Marsala is still hot hot hot as the color of the year! Warm tones like orange, red, and gold will help create a dramatic effect. Cooler tones like purple will amp of the regality of the brick in the room and give a super luxe feel.

If you’re one of the lucky ones with charming brick in your home then try out these ideas and liven up the room!