One of the most versatile decorative finishes I work with is Venetian plaster. The beautiful variation in Venetian can be either bold or subtle and the finish can vary from high gloss to matte. As a result, Venetian plaster can fit equally well with contemporary or traditional styles!
I recently did two different Venetian plaster projects in South Boston that are good examples of the different looks that can be achieved.
The first was on a fireplace surround and adjacent walls in a living room. The fireplace was done in white and light gray Venetian, showing very subtle but pretty variation. Offering a striking contrast, the walls on either side are done in a high-gloss black Venetian with beautiful, bold variation in the colors and motion visible in the finish.
The second project was for the walls of a primary bath working together with Eleven Interiors. In this case, the goal was to create a more subdued look – so we went with a matte finish and more delicate variations in the finish.
Regardless of which approach is taken, using a Venetian plaster finish always elevates the space!
Enjoy!!
Jason