Plaster and limewash finishes emerged as clear leaders in the Luxury Living Report’s textures and materials category. Walls are coming alive in exciting new ways through the use of these treatments, alongside microcement, Roman Clay and distinctive wallcoverings. These hand-applied techniques are prized for their subtle imperfections, which add dimension and warmth to any space.

Resources: Caroline Lizarraga decorative painting. Lily Ramirez artwork. Lindsay Adelman Studio chandelier. Eskayel rug.
Photo: Douglas Friedman/Trunk

Resources: Apparatus chandelier. Four Hands table. Hickory Chair leather chairs. Baker skirted chairs. Madison Lily rug.
Photo: Julie Soefer
“Clients are increasingly requesting natural, sustainable materials like limewash plaster, reeded wood, quartzite, tadelakt, warm metals and textured stone that evoke warmth and authenticity.”
—Stephanie Larsen

Resources: Daltile tile. Surecrete microcement. Four Hands sconce.
Photo: Justin March

Resources: NMB Custom Homes & Renovations staircase. Benjamin Moore paint. Porcelanosa flooring. Artistic Frame chair.
Photo: Gieves Anderson

Resources: Lazar Stucco limestone plaster. Arhaus mirror. Waterworks faucet. Bottega Surfaces countertop. Lostine sconces.
Photo: Lisa Romerein

Resources: Phillip Jeffries wallcovering. Gabriel Scott chandelier. Jouffre bed.
Photo: Joshua McHugh