Venetian plaster is a timeless choice that has adorned spaces for centuries, yet its appeal is always refreshing. This finish was born from the meticulous art of ancient Italian craftsmen and now supplies unmatched luxury and versatility that other materials can hardly create.
Whether renovating or freshly designing a contemporary space, Venetian plaster offers unique finishes that appeal to traditional tastes and modern sensibilities. Let’s discuss how various Venetian plaster finishes have the potential to transform walls, speaking to both long-standing and contemporary design challenges.
The Marble Effect for Refined Elegance
A classic choice of design that perennially captures your heart. Emulating the veins and natural depth properties of real marble, this finish gives your walls a grand, and timeless feel, creating statement walls that are eye-catching yet not overpowering.
The beauty of this finish lies not only in its appearance but also in a number of practical benefits. Unlike natural marble, which is usually heavy and hard to work with, this plaster finish is very lightweight and easy to use, making it a perfect solution for anyone who wants the beauty of marble without the expense of high maintenance. This effect can make the room look more spacious under the perfect lighting (natural or artificial). Explore our venetian plasters catalogue for more details.
Distressed Brick Finish: The Rustic and Urban Mix
Recreating the appearance of exposed brick, which has been worn and aged over time, this finish gives your walls added character and texture. It has become a trendy choice for everything from industrial-style to cosy, vintage-inspired spaces.
This finish doesn’t require as much space as the original bricks while offering a wide range of customisation options. Whether one wants to create a full accent wall or only a bit, hinting at a feeling of rustic appeal, this finish allows us to choose. Learn more about our various finishes.
Spirito Libero: For Free-spirited Creativity
This finish is an interpretation of freedom and expression. Sleek and polished, it subtly changes tones; with dynamic plays of light and shadow, it easily conveys a sense of movement. This finish is especially apt for those who want a minimalist yet striking design that lends a modern twist to traditional plastering.
Spirito Libero can fit into many design styles and finishes—from contemporary to eclectic, on wood, metal, frames, and much more, creating an interesting look and is perfect for elaborated spaces where over-embellishment is needed most. Recommended for open concepts, it can create consistent detailing while being light. Discover more about our approach to Venetian plastering.
Spatula Finish: An Epitome of Texture and Technique
The Spatula finish showcases the art of Venetian plasters. It convinces the most hard-to-please critics, considering loads of diverse layers of plasters, very carefully carried out through hand-trowelling to gather a high indentation of texturing and charisma. The outcome is a masterpiece crafted by experts who are trained for months under famous Venetian applicators.
Spatula Stuhhi is for patrons who will appreciate the essence of craftsmanship and will want to make a bold statement. These are the ultimate answers to dull, flat walls. View our portfolio to get a better idea of luxury wall surface finishes.
Sogni: Dreamlike and Sublime
An ethereal creation, as befits its name. It is characterised by its soft and cloudy appearance, with a delicate plaster finish perfectly suitable for areas of quiet and calm—be it a bedroom, lounge, or studio. it a bedroom, lounges, or a studio.
This finish is the solution for those spaces that require a touch of softness and sophistication while providing a subtle backdrop that enhances and does not overpower. Explore our surface studio to see more.
Muro: In Homage to Worthy Walls
Muro, an ancient troweled plaster technique—a solid, matte look that plays well in both classic and contemporary settings. It creates a firm, solid look in spaces where an elegant, neutral, and substantially prep—work finish is desired. Browse our Venetian plaster options for inspiration.
Oro: All That Is Gold
It is a combination of metallic pigments incorporated within this plaster finish, which subtly sparkles and gives a rich, warm glow to your walls. It is ideal for finishing accent walls, niches, or any other space where accents should be made with details or dim lighting.
Oro is the modern-day solution to the eternal challenge of adding metallics tastefully. Whether one is trying to balance off a more classical interior or focusing on a modern exterior, Oro will deliver style and sophistication. Discover more about our premium finishes.
Pietra: Virgin. Organic Beauty
Bring the organic beauty of nature into your walls with finishes like Pietra Vissuta, Pietra Bamboo, Pietra Zen, and Pietra Fabric. From the rustic appeal of Pietra Vissuta to the more organic Bamboo and the mellow sophistication of Zen, these finishes have a unique character and are ideal for creating that earthy, natural ambience, so soothing and cosmopolitan. Pietra eliminates the problem of integrating nature inside without the weight or price tag that comes with actual stone. See how we can bring nature indoors with our finishes.
Conclusion
The scope for walls to become works of art is vast. Whether transforming an old space or designing a new one, Design Unity presents a very wide range of quality finishes meeting aesthetic and functional needs, with respect to the ancient tradition of Venetian plastering.
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