Aged brass and brushed nickel are among the most popular metals in kitchens, adding a time-worn finish that creates instant character. But if you want something a little more unique, this is your sign to start bringing copper details into your design. This old-fashioned material is making a comeback – and not just in the form of pots and pans.
Whether you source antiques or buy new, copper is renowned for the beautiful patina it gains over time, adding lived-in charm to any space, as we recently saw in this moody Greek revival kitchen by Sean Anderson, which mixes the elegance of copper with more industrial blackened metals.
It's also a key material of some of the chicest fall collections of 2026, including McGee & Co.'s fall kitchen edit, filled with a range of copper tones, Nickey Kehoe's regularly sold-out kitchenware ranging from pans to tea kettles, and deVOL's aged copper sinks which are becoming a coveted kitchen feature in the most stylish homes. And we can't forget to mention Magnolia's copper kitchen designs, which blend aged metallic finishes with rustic wood for timeless pieces that feel like future heirlooms.
It's also one of the easiest ways to refresh your kitchen for fall, replacing white stoneware and stainless steel pieces with richer copper tones. It feels chic, yet effortlessly rooted in heritage. To make the transition even easier, we've curated an edit of the best pieces to add to your collection, from elegant tableware to timeless cooking essentials.
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