New trends are constantly emerging and determining our lifestyle. If you are already excited about what the upcoming fall season has to offer in terms of decorations, we would like to let you know. The mix of different materials is on the rise. And what goes better with autumn than the attractive copper with its reddish color. Metallic surfaces can be wonderfully combined with gray concrete, creating an interesting contrast. We would like to introduce you to some great and modern decoration ideas, some of which you can even do yourself to decorate your home in a special way.
Modern decoration in the form of flower pots
Such flower pots are now offered by various manufacturers. These models, for example, come from Pasinga. So you can buy the modern decorations if you don't have the time to make them yourself. Thecopper-You can add accents to any decoration idea in three different ways:
Made of copper and concrete
One variant is to use real metal. Pipes or wire are suitable, which you can bend as you like and use in different ways. There is also self-adhesive copper foil that you can use to set accents, as well as paints and sprays. You have to decide for yourself which option is best for you.
Hanging flower pot
Among other things, wires are perfect if you want to make such scaffolding. And concrete can also be processed into different shapes. Even beginners can do this! All you need is a suitable container in the desired shape into which to pour the concrete. You can create the free space in the middle for modern plant decoration by placing a pipe or other object in it and theConcretejust pour around it.
Concrete and copper lamp
If you still don't believe us that it's incredibly easy to make a modern decoration yourself out of concrete and copper, then this example will surely convince you. It is a lamp for the desk that will look particularly great in a modern interior style. You will find the instructions for rebuilding below.
Pour concrete
To the modernMake your own decorationsTo do this, you will need quick cement, copper pipes and connectors, a socket, a cable and a light bulb. Also, get plastic packaging for the base of the lamp. Place the connector inside and pour the concrete around it. Hold the pipe firmly so that it does not slip. The pipe should be higher than the level of the concrete.
Assemble the lamp
Once the concrete has dried, you can assemble modern decorations. You can see how exactly in the picture above. The cable is inserted through the pipe and the concrete base. This lamp is just an example and can be transformed as desired. For example, you can shape the metal stand differently. When putting it together, make sure that there is balance and that the lamp can stand.
Make beautiful decorations yourself
The combination of concrete and copper is also very suitable for vases. The modern decoration can be filled with plastic flowers in matching colors to create the perfect autumn mood. Such a DIY decoration is stylish and a real eye-catcher. In this example, the flowers were placed in the still wet concrete.
Modern dining table lamp
Elongated lamps are very popular for illuminating and decorating the dining room table at the same time. A concrete beam and a copper frame can be used. Store a fluorescent tube in the copper frame. When pouring the concrete, don't forget to leave a hole for the cable.
Make your own candlesticks
This candle holder is also quick and easy to make. You can find some of the necessary materials in your home and some at the hardware store. Obtain a cardboard box, quick cement, copper connectors, copper foil and, if it is not self-adhesive, suitable glue. Again, the decoration can be changed according to your ideas.
Make a base
The candle holder is made of concrete, which you first have to mix according to the instructions on the packaging. The finished concrete is then poured into the prepared cardboard box. If you don't like the pattern on the cardboard, you can also make the modern decoration in another container. You can also choose the shape yourself.
Copper tubes to hold the candles in place
Wrap the pipe pieces with cling film. This prevents them from filling with concrete. Ultimately, they should remain hollow to accommodate the candles. Then insert the copper elements into the still wet concrete, making sure that they remain straight. During the first hour of the drying phase, you should regularly spray the surface of the concrete with water and keep it moist to prevent cracking.
Stick the copper foil in place
The metal foil adhesive is then applied to the areas that are to be glued. Use a brush. Allow the glue to dry (it will still be tacky) and then spread the foil. You can smooth them out with a wide brush. Remove the plastic wrap and insert your candles into the candle holder.
Items to decorate
Small note stands are made even easier. For this cute and useful idea, you will need copper wire and a small container to pour the concrete. The packaging of fruit dwarfs, for example, is well suited. Form the wire into two rows as desired so that you can attach tags and insert it into the wet concrete.
Decoration in the living room
Even furniture is made from concrete and copper. The attractive Travalo side table by Jonathan Sabine has a copper table top and legs, as well as a concrete base that can be used to store various things. The table can serve as inspiration for you to create your own modern decoration in the form of furniture based on this principle.
Decorative figures as lanterns
This unusual modern decoration serves as a lantern for lanterns of different sizes. The complicated part of this idea is finding a suitable container for pouring the concrete that has such a pattern. For further design, foil or varnish can be used to coat the holes.
Clock and lamp
In addition to a desk lamp, you can also make a lamp for the side table or bedside table or a floor lamp yourself. You will need a homemade stand and a lampshade. The Piatto wall clock by Moe Takemura is also very attractive. Their minimalist design makes them perfect for equally modern interiors.
Idea for the apartment
In principle, you can create a wide variety of shapes with concrete. You can even make templates and containers for watering yourself using, for example, cardboard or wood. And you can then decorate the finished concrete figures individually with copper to create the perfect, modern decoration according to your ideas.
Funny Easter eggs
This is just one example of how you can use modern copper and concrete decoration to decorate the house for a specific celebration. Instead of painting the eggs in the traditional way, you can make eggs like this. You can also design Santa Claus, reindeer or flowers with these materials. All you need is a little imagination.
