For centuries, marble has been the stone of choice for elegant homes – ever since it was used in places such as the Pantheon, Parthenon and Taj Mahal. It was the Greeks and Romans who first recognised its natural beauty and durability. (They especially favoured calacatta and carrrara varieties. And this was due to their brilliant white hue.)
Perhaps because of this long history, there’s a frequent misconception that marble is exclusively a material for classic tastes and homes. Yet the reality is its timelessness makes it adaptable to most modern styles.
Below, we offer some inspiration for contemporary residences, whether you’re using this most stylish of natural stones in the bathroom, kitchen or as flooring.
Contrast colours
In a bathroom, think black accessories with white marble to create a striking space. Equally, consider black taps or rails, together with classic marble veining elsewhere in the room. Modern marble cleaning materials mean you can go for brilliant white and not have to worry about staining.
Go for a dramatic kitchen splashback
A marble splashback can form the ideal focal point of a contemporary kitchen. That’s especially true if you opt for a contrasting design and colours. You could also pair with some gorgeous wooden shelving. Present your backsplash so the eyes are drawn to the veining in this natural stone.
Throw in some coloured veining
Strong veining remains a big trend for marble in homes, especially if it’s in a striking contrast shade. In particular, if you have this in marble flooring, you create a showstopping feature.
Going for gold
You don’t absolutely have to have veining. And gold can be a softer, more neutral shade than you may have realised. Combine with different colours elsewhere in the room, and varied finishing accents, for a unique look which reflects your personality.
Lighting up
Adding some illumination to a marble surface by fitting lights into it (especially with flooring) can give marble a dramatic appearance. This kind of lighting creates an impression of space, while also adding elegance and class and bringing out the shine in any surface featuring this stunning natural stone.
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