# Aging Brass Accessories The 'Matureware' Brass Home Accessories are Designed to Age Beautifully By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-05-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brass-home-accessories References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/design/futagami-matureware-japanese-brass-hardware-debut-nyc-nalata-nalata) & [nalatanalata](http://nalatanalata.com/backstory/the-man-behind-the-brand-mr-toshihiro-futagami-2/) Mr. Toshihiro Futagami is a Japanese industrial designer with a vision that incorporates minimalism and vintage details at the same time, especially seen in this collection of [brass home accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faro-mixer). The elegant brass has a natural finish that juxtaposes the clean lines of the shapes it is cut into. With this, the everyday objects become works of art in themselves, while also providing necessary functions. The collection includes a [doorknob with accentuated lines and edges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petra), intricate [wall mounts and a light switch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dpartment) that makes the mundane task of turning on a light seem like a treat. The collection is named 'Matureware,' eluding to the ability brass has to age well and become more interesting as it does, with new unique details formed into the surface as time passes. The pieces are made to provide a tasteful delicate accent to your home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vintage Minimalism:** Exploring the combination of vintage details and minimalist design. - **Aging with Beauty:** Integrating the concept of aging gracefully into product design. - **Everyday Objects as Art:** Transforming ordinary items into aesthetic works of art. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for creating brass home accessories that merge elegance and functionality. - **Interior Design:** Incorporating brass accessories that age beautifully as accent pieces in home interiors. - **Product Design:** Innovating everyday objects by infusing vintage details and natural aging processes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reimagined Cabinet Hardware Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabinet-hardware.md) - [Expressive Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bells-whistles.md) - [Sculptural Door Hardware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edge-door-handle.md) - [Collaboration Brass-Hued Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breville-brass-collection.md) - [Utilitarian Matte Sculptural Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brutantes-series.md) - [Resin Hardware Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hardware.md) - [Sculptural Bronze Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flor-de-bronce.md) - [Ornamental Functional Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bells-and-whistles-collection.md) - [Sculptural Collector Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vesper-collection.md)