It comes as no surprise that marble is popular right now. The coveted countertop material is pricey, but it looks classic and comes in a variety of natural colors, so it's consistently a favorite of kitchen designers and homeowners alike. What feels new this year, is that designers are pulling back from, pure white marble (just a bit) and diving head-first into dramatic marble patterns with lots of contrast. The Brownstone Boys, who are designing the parlor floor of our 2024 REAL SIMPLE HOME, will be utilizing this style on the big kitchen island in their space. "You can't beat the natural veining that's in marble," Barry says. "So if you're going to do it, you might as well go for it and it can really be a statement piece in a kitchen." Best of all, it's not for just the kitchen. It works on bathroom counters, fireplace surrounds, you name it. "It's beautiful and it adds so much interest and depth," Barry says.
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