Hong Kong, Sept. 20 -- If you thought concrete decor played no greater role in a home than setting the foundation, you are mistaken. Over the years, I have certainly changed my mind and so will you because this unassuming material creates the perfect neutral backdrop for a myriad of decor styles from industrial and minimal to bohemian, vintage, and farmhouse.

Alternatively, architects and designers have turned bold concrete elements into the focal point of a room, infusing the space with a sophisticated warmth. From raw texture to polished surfaces, this versatile and durable material has been used on walls, floors, furniture, decor accessories and lighting, sometimes in the most unexpected of ways. We've picked out labels and designers ...