Now that we’re midway through the year, the latest trends in natural stone design are starting to emerge. While lots of aspects of interior design are constantly evolving, there’s one thing that never changes: the classic appeal of natural stone. From granite to marble, you can achieve a wide variety of unique colors and patterns designed to infuse your home with both elegance and durability.
Each type of natural stone brings its own charm and luxury to any space, injecting its distinct personality into your home. Why is natural stone so timeless? For one thing, it is beautiful and opulent, giving your living spaces that much-needed statement piece. For another, natural stone brings a certain durability and versatility to your kitchens and baths that adds to your property value, comfort, and convenience.
Check out some new trends for 2024 that our stone fabricators in Concord have been noticing.
Innovative Textures and Finishes
More and more homeowners are opting for natural stone countertops with innovative finishes and textures, such as:
- Leathered finishes for a tactile experience
- Hammered textures for countertops that add depth and dimension
- Honed and matte finishes for a glossy sheen
In terms of type of stone, granite remains a staple when it comes to kitchen and bath design, thanks to its versatility, durability, and timeless beauty. Granite will continue to dominate throughout 2024 and beyond for countertops, walls, and floors, appealing to both traditional and contemporary tastes.
Daring Color Choices and Patterns
While neutral tones have taken top billing for many years, now we’re moving more towards adventurous, bold and vibrant colors for anything from kitchen counters and fireplace surrounds to accent walls and kitchen backsplashes.
Bold colors you will start to see more of this year include:
- Rich blues
- Striking blacks
- Deep greens
In addition, stone with bold veining and patterns are taking center stage so look for those eye-catching patterns when considering your next natural stone investment.
Bookmatched Natural Stone Pieces
Bookmatching creates symmetrical patterns through the alignment of slabs in a mirror image layout. Ideal for accent walls, bar tops, shower walls, and fireplace surrounds, bookmatching can create a statement piece that will wow guests.
Mix and Match
Who says everything has to be the same? Try mixing and matching different natural stones to result in contrasting colors, patterns and textures that draw the eye. Perhaps you could mix marble and slate, or limestone and granite. The sky’s the limit when it comes to the combinations you can try.
Oversized Slabs
Another trend emerging for 2024 is large format, oversized stone slabs. These eliminate the unsightly seams you would typically get on your kitchen and bathroom countertops with smaller slabs. This results in a crisp, clean, seamless look. Bonus: large slabs are easier to keep clean.
Contact Granite Guy
Still not sure which trends to try? Ask our custom fabricators in Metro Boston to guide you in selecting, sourcing, and installing your natural stone countertops, surrounds, and back splashes. Just contact us at 508-460-7900 for a free quote and consultation.