And We Have A Winner... Arkin Tilt Named 2016 Vetrazzo Design Star

Posted by Steven Schrenk

It was a tough job, sifting through beautiful residential and commercial projects featuring Vetrazzo: curved islands, sparkling bathroom vanities, corporate kitchens and even a veteranarian hospital. But we perservered to bring you a Vetrazzo project that is as sustainable as it is beatiful. (You're going to want to move right in just for the roof deck alone.)

Thank you to all our entrants and congratulations to our winner, Arkin Tilt Architects!

 

Keywords: LEED, Sustainable Design

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5 Backyard Designs That Are Sharp As Glass

Posted by Steven Schrenk

It doesn't matter if they're in Naples, Florida or Detroit, Michigan, when the temperature hovers at that delightful 80 degree mark, homeowners want to get out of the house and into outdoor living.

Keywords: Sustainable Design

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Beach Chic Kitchen Designs (Without the Seashells and Fish Nets)

Posted by Steven Schrenk

Like a blue water beach vacation, the appeal of the coastal kitchen endures through seasons and trends. But we all know a few beachy kitchens that we’d like to forget (hello shellacked seashells and driftwood art) that were more tourist t-shirt shop than tranquil retreat.

You want your beach inspired kitchen to be everything that is day at the beach - light, warmth, fresh air and a cool splash of color. More homage to the sea than a picture of it. Let's take a look at three classic coastal designs that bring a breeze of summer without the fisherman’s net and starfish appliques.

Keywords: Coastal Inspired, Sustainable Design

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Is Your Brand Committed To Green Initiatives? Here’s How Some Companies Are Putting A Focus On Sustainability

Posted by Steven Schrenk

Over the years Vetrazzo has enjoyed a successful track record of being featured in many commercial projects, due in large part to its immediate visual appeal but also in that it carries a specific message of being an environmentally friendly product produced in a socially responsible manner. Its versatility makes it suitable to a variety of design styles, especially within the educational, retail, institutional and hospitality sectors.

Keywords: Charisma Blue, Ruby Red, Commercial Projects, Interior Design, Cubist Clear, Sustainable Design, Patina

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A Toast to "Sustainable" Coastal Living

Posted by Steven Schrenk

 

 

We were thrilled to open this month’s edition of KB+B magazine and see our own Amethystos countertop from our Coastal Collection featured alongside some other amazing brands and products in an article titled “Cooking up Sustainability”.

 

Keywords: Amethystos, Sustainable Design, Bathroom Design

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