Tapware Trends

Design details sell property - and right now tapware is one of the loudest signalers of quality and style. The variety of finishes now available is phenomenal. From brushed brass and copper to gunmetal and matte black, to textured metals and even stone inlays, tapware has shifted from purely functional hardware to "jewellery of the home."

Minimalism is giving way to warmth and the handmade. These artisanal details signal something deeper: interiors are embracing personalisation, and manufacturers have responded by expanding their offerings across tapware, door and cabinetry hardware, and light fittings.

Get the concept first, finishes second. Lock in your project's mood and colour palette before looking at samples. Coastal and relaxed, or sleek and urban? Choose a finish that supports the overall design story. When tapware fits the concept, it stays timeless and resale-ready.

Stone and metal are merging. Travertine, marble, and custom tile inserts are appearing on handles and mixers. Innovators like ABI and Nero are blending materials in ways that signal a future of truly personalised design.

Mix your metals with confidence. Fashion runway trends of layered gold and silver have arrived in interiors. Pick a dominant metal for 60-70% of your fixtures, then repeat an accent metal for balance and flow. You don't need to match everything — mixing finishes is now the look.