White has ruled the roost in kitchen design for almost the past decade, both in turns of cabinetry and countertops, but other finishes are finally sneaking into the conversation.
"This year, in an ode to '70s and '80s glam, we're seeing more gray and black marble finishes," says Alessandra Wood, Director of Style for Modsy, a 3D visualization company. So why the switch? Is it all about the looks? Maybe darker colors are easier to maintain than white? Well, if you want to do something bold and different, dark marble is where it's at and can be quite the chameleon stylistically. And as for maintenance? While a darker color might add a bit of camouflage for smaller blemishes, it still needs regular sealings and care.
We've touched on this trend before, but this time we're seeing applications beyond counters and backsplashes, which seems to suggest dark marble is on the rise. Let's take a look...
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