Due to the climate and oxidization, I don’t typically consider decorating with metals in the BVI, but on a recent trip to Arawak Interiors, I discovered some room-brightening metallic accents that will withstand the humidity and salty sea air—mainly because they are constructed from rust-resistant metals, such as aluminum or stainless steel, or from materials that simply look like metal. I found baskets made from silvery plastic, glass bowls that shine like mirrors, and boxes strung with shiny beads. The sparkly surfaces complement the more natural, rough-hewn pieces that are characteristic of the décor of our islands.
