You might have heard that quartz isn’t as heat-resistant as natural stone. While this is true, it can still withstand high temperatures, including the ambient heat from a fireplace. It also offers a slew of additional benefits; crushed quartz bonded with resins is not only strong and durable but also nonporous, and it never needs to be sealed, unlike natural stone varieties. … MORE
Italian marbles are famous for its luminous white background and expressive veining. Most people are familiar with the crisp gray veins of Calacatta marble and the soft, wispy strokes of Carrara marble. In contrast, Statuario marble varieties offer bolder styling with chunky, dark, gray-to-black veining in high variation patterns. … MORE
Unless you’re leaning toward the classic styling of a black-and-white kitchen, black probably isn’t your first choice when it comes to planning a remodel. However, with cooler neutrals dominating over the past several years, black has slowly crept in as a viable choice for cabinets, countertops, and entire kitchen spaces. … MORE
A small apartment is a fact of life for many homeowners in New York City, but just because your living space has a small footprint doesn’t mean it can’t be functional and appealing. Here are just a few ideas to optimize your small New York kitchen space for daily use while imbuing your kitchen with a welcoming ambiance. … MORE
Quartz has become a popular choice for modern home renovations due to the incredible strength, versatility, and practical appeal of this engineered surface material. Not only will it stand up admirably to life in a busy household, but it comes in a range of colors, patterns, and styles to suit any design sensibilities. … MORE
If you’re in the market for a new countertop but aren’t sure where to start with choosing the material, color, design, or style, the latest New York kitchen, and bath design trends can be the ideal source for inspiration. … MORE
The attractive look of veined stone is found in a variety of materials, such as granite, marble, quartz, and other natural stone options. The veining in these popular choices for kitchen countertops adds an element of depth and visual interest without being overdone or overbearing. … MORE
Such a significant room demands increasingly high-performance, environmentally friendly materials along with appliances that use as little energy as possible. It also requires a design that detracts from the often chaotic nature of kitchens.
Enter the newest kitchen trend that is taking the design world by storm: invisible kitchens. Not only do invisible kitchens serve as multifunctional spaces but they also conceal that multi-functionality. … MORE
Viatera is a type of quartz that is all-natural and 93% crystalline. In order to be used as one of the most elegant materials for luxury countertops, the stunning quartz is crushed and blended with high-quality resin binders. The gorgeous result includes more than 300 color designs and style combinations. … MORE
