tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26328705221356905452024-03-10T17:29:46.035-06:00The Granite GurusSteph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.comBlogger832125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-80160360608035450542013-12-09T07:00:00.000-07:002013-12-09T07:00:01.408-07:00Calacatta Gold marble & Raven CaesarStone Kitchen from MGS by DesignLast year we did the countertops in this beautiful remodel done by <a href="http://www.tiekbuilthomes.com/">Tiek Built Homes</a>.<br />
I'm excited to <i>finally</i> show you the pictures!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><u>Photo by <a href="http://lukeandmeikel.blogspot.com/">Meikel Reece</a> via <a href="http://www.tiekbuilthomes.com/slc-project/">Tiek Built Homes</a></u></td></tr>
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Isn't it gorgeous?!?<br />
Here's a Before picture to show you how dramatic the transformation was.... <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><u>Photo: <a href="http://www.tiekbuilthomes.com/slc-project/">Tiek Built Homes</a></u></td></tr>
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They used polished <a href="http://www.granitegurus.com/2011/06/honed-calacatta-gold-kitchen.html">Calacatta Gold marble</a> on the countertops and for the full height backsplash. When you have such a stunning marble I really do think you should just carry it on up to the backsplash. It really shows off the marble, it's a great look. Plus, it's easy to clean.....no grout!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><u>Photo by <a href="http://lukeandmeikel.blogspot.com/">Meikel Reece</a> via <a href="http://www.tiekbuilthomes.com/slc-project/">Tiek Built Homes</a></u></td></tr>
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The edge detail is a laminated <a href="http://www.mgsbydesign.com/edges">Ogee Square</a>. I love this edge on marble.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><u>Photo by <a href="http://lukeandmeikel.blogspot.com/">Meikel Reece</a> via <a href="http://www.tiekbuilthomes.com/slc-project/">Tiek Built Homes</a></u></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><u>Photo by <a href="http://lukeandmeikel.blogspot.com/">Meikel Reece</a> via <a href="http://www.tiekbuilthomes.com/slc-project/">Tiek Built Homes</a></u></td></tr>
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For the peninsula the homeowner wanted to use a material that was more durable than the marble, plus they were looking for a contrast. They decided on <a href="http://www.caesarstoneus.com/">CaesarStone quartz</a> in the color <a href="http://www.caesarstoneus.com/products/color/4120/">Raven</a>. I love how it turned out! The Raven is a dark grey, it works really well with the Calacatta Gold.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><u>Photo by <a href="http://lukeandmeikel.blogspot.com/">Meikel Reece</a> via <a href="http://www.tiekbuilthomes.com/slc-project/">Tiek Built Homes</a></u></td></tr>
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The Interior Designer on this job was <a href="http://www.caitlincreer.com/">Caitlin Creer</a>. <br />
Check out <a href="http://www.tiekbuilthomes.com/slc-project/">Tiek Built Homes blog</a> for more pictures of this home. Caitlin & Tiek Built Homes really did such a great job, everything turned out beautifully.<br />
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<br />Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-69105349347018317452013-11-25T10:31:00.000-07:002013-11-25T10:31:33.877-07:00Bianco Romano Wet Bar & Vanities from MGS by DesignA few weeks ago I featured a home we that <a href="http://www.mgsbydesign.com/">we</a> did <a href="http://www.granitegurus.com/2013/10/bianco-romano-granite-kitchen-from-mgs.html">Bianco Romano in the kitchen</a> and <a href="http://www.granitegurus.com/2013/11/blue-flower-granite-master-bath-laundry.html">Blue Flower granite in the Master Bath and Laundry</a>. <br />
And then I forgot to show you the rest of the house! <br />
Today I have the Wet Bar and a couple more vanities out of <a href="http://www.granitegurus.com/2010/04/slab-sunday-bianco-romano-granite.html">Bianco Romano granite</a>. <br />
The edge detail is a <a href="http://www.mgsbydesign.com/edges">2 1/2" Half Moon</a>.<br />
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<br />Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-57241016514419131582013-11-14T07:00:00.000-07:002013-11-14T13:33:05.594-07:005 Fun Kid's Baths I personally am not a huge fan of the over-the-top themed Kid's Baths. You know, the bathroom that once the child is 16 he looks ridiculous showering in a rubber ducky tiled shower. <br />
I guess if you have all the money and patience in the world to redo your bathroom every five years to keep up with the growing child that's fine. <br />
Most people don't have that kind of money, time or patience though. I suggest designing the bathroom so that it can grow with the child. If you really want to get your rubber duckies in there maybe keep it with the shower curtain instead of the tile. :)<br />
Below are 5 baths that I think would work great as Kid's Baths....or as Guest Baths once the kids are grown. <br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional/bathroom" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traditional Bathroom</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designer/c/Toronto--ON" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Toronto Interior Designers & Decorators</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/cmidesign/carey-mudford-interior-design" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Carey Mudford Interior Design</a></small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/eclectic/bathroom" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">eclectic bathroom design</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designer/los-angeles" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">los angeles interior designer</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/professionals/7078/Abbott-Moon" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Abbott Moon</a>.</small></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><small><span style="font-size: small;">These flowers are vinyl and just stick on. They are from <a href="http://www.potterybarnkids.com/">Pottery Barn Kids</a>. I wonder how well they stick in a steamy shower though...</span></small></span><br />
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Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-71878079026446852642013-11-06T07:00:00.000-07:002013-11-06T07:00:06.415-07:00Whiteout Wednesday: 5 White Bathrooms with Marble<i>White kitchens and baths are definitely the hottest trend I am seeing
right now. It's also the subject I get asked about the most. From
white Carrara marble to white quartz there is a lot to consider when
using white countertops.</i><br />
<i>Whiteout Wednesday is a weekly feature where I show five kitchens and/ or baths that have used white in a beautiful way.</i><br />
<i>If you have a white kitchen or bath that you would like to see featured here please <a href="mailto:stephanie@mgsbydesign.com">email me.</a></i><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional/bathroom" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traditional Bathroom</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designer/c/Greenville--SC" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Greenville Interior Designers & Decorators</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/postcardfromparis/linda-mcdougald-design-postcard-from-paris-home" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home</a></small></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><u><a href="http://p2designinc.com/projects/47/easton-drive">Photo: P2 Design</a></u></td></tr>
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Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-26251512404393898422013-11-04T11:53:00.000-07:002013-11-25T10:23:58.334-07:00Blue Flower Granite Master Bath & Laundry from MGS by DesignLast week I posted the <a href="http://www.granitegurus.com/2013/10/bianco-romano-granite-kitchen-from-mgs.html">Bianco Romano granite kitchen</a> in this home that we did the countertops in. Today I have the beautiful Master vanity and Laundry room.
The homeowner chose a gorgeous slab of 2 cm Blue Flower granite for these areas.<br />
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Here's the Master Vanity.
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The edge detail is a <a href="http://www.mgsbydesign.com/edges">2 1/2" Half Moon</a>.<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">And the Laundry Room....
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mgsbydesign.com/">Photo: MGS by Design</a></td></tr>
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Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-40872580128953234162013-11-03T07:00:00.000-07:002013-11-03T10:57:36.579-07:00Slab Sunday: Black SlateYou have probably seen Black Slate on a roof or on a floor, but have you seen it used as countertops?<br />
<span style="font-size: small;">Black Slate</span> comes from quite a few places around the world. From New England in the U.S. to Spain and Brazil to England and of course Italy.<br />
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Slate isn't the most popular countertop material and it's surprising to me. It's actually a really durable and hard countertop surface. <br />
The absorption rate on slate is even lower than it is on granite! Black Slate does need to be sealed, but I personally have never seen it stain.<br />
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<a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/2496065/Hudson-Loft--NYC-contemporary-kitchen-new-york"><img border="0" height="427" src="http://st.houzz.com/simgs/8371985b00f824fd_8-6257/contemporary-kitchen.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary/kitchen" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Contemporary Kitchen</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/architect/c/Shelter-Island--NY" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Shelter Island Architects & Designers</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/schappacherwhite/schappacherwhite-architecture-dpc" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">SchappacherWhite Architecture D.P.C.</a></small><br />
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<a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/695385/A-1-Custom-Kitchen-traditional-kitchen-chicago"><img border="0" height="754" src="http://st.houzz.com/simgs/0ae1b61d0f6808fc_8-6881/traditional-kitchen.jpg" width="500" /></a></div>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional/kitchen" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traditional Kitchen</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractor/c/Libertyville--IL" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Libertyville General Contractors</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/centurybay/century-bay-builders" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Century Bay Builders</a></small><br />
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<span style="color: black;">Slate is a whole different ballgame for countertops than granite. It scratches pretty easily. </span></div>
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first time I ever saw slate countertops was years ago in a home that I
was in bidding some countertops. The slate was in the kitchen and I set
my metal tape measure on the countertop. I kind of slid it when I
picked it up and I look down and there is this white scratch. I totally
freaked out thinking I had ruined these countertops! The lady was
really nice and showed me how by getting it wet the scratch went away. Whew! ;) </span></div>
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<span style="color: black;">Deep scratches can also be buffed out by the homeowner using steel wool.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black;">Slate is not a smooth and shiny surface in the first place but you just need to know beforehand how soft it is. </span></div>
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<small> </small><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">Black Slate is generally honed though it can be polished. It can also be oiled like a Soapstone for a glossier look.</span></span></span></div>
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Most people just keep a square edge detail on slate. We have done Mitered and Chiseled edges on slate countertops in the past, it just looks different (obviously) then the same edge on granite.<br />
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Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-91663110252598996002013-11-02T07:00:00.000-06:002013-11-02T07:00:04.365-06:00Saturday Link Up!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://carlaaston.com/designed/granite-countertop-out-of-style">Carla Aston Designed</a> posted an article recently asking <a href="http://carlaaston.com/designed/granite-countertop-out-of-style">Have Granite Countertops Gone Out of Style?</a> I obviously don't think so. Go <a href="http://carlaaston.com/designed/granite-countertop-out-of-style">here </a>to see what she thinks!<br />
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The kitchen below has granite countertops and it's definitely <u>on trend</u>. Not out of style at all. :)<br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional/kitchen" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traditional Kitchen</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build/c/Toronto--ON" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Toronto Design-Build Firms</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/capoferrodesign/capoferro-design-build-group" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Capoferro Design Build Group</a></small></div>
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White kitchens are <i>still</i> crazy popular. The article <a href="http://www.cultivate.com/articles/5-myths-about-white-kitchens?pagenumber=1">5 Myths About White Kitchens</a> on <a href="http://www.cultivate.com/articles/5-myths-about-white-kitchens?pagenumber=1">Cultivate</a> may help put you at ease if you are on the fence about an all white kitchen.<br />
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I didn't realize glass tile dates back to the Romans. <a href="http://blog.glasstilestore.com/the-history-of-glass-tiles">The History of Glass Tile</a> was really interesting to me. Definitely read it if you have a minute, it's a quick and interesting read.<br />
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Enjoy the rest of your weekend!Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-12134905109876786392013-11-01T07:00:00.000-06:002013-11-01T07:00:02.486-06:00Restoring a Carrara Marble Side TableOne of my favorite blogs is <a href="http://www.theimpatientgardener.com/">The Impatient Gardener</a>. Erin has a gorgeous yard but she also has a beautiful home that I've enjoyed seeing her renovate.<br />
<a href="http://www.granitegurus.com/2011/07/calacatta-gold-on-coffee-table.html">I have a marble side table in my house </a>and I didn't realize I started a little something with it. Erin said she'd been looking for one ever since. <br />
She recently found one on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/">Etsy</a>, but the marble had some unknown stains on it.<br />
Being the awesome diy-er that she is, she took to the internet and figured out how to get the stains out. <br />
I LOVE the table! Isn't it fun and unique?<br />
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To see how she got the stains out and for more photos be sure to <a href="http://www.theimpatientgardener.com/2013/10/how-to-salvage-stained-marble-tabletop.html">visit her blog</a>.<br />
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Thanks Erin for sharing your beautiful table with us! I'm so glad you finally found something you love!Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-79261781410220690482013-10-30T07:00:00.000-06:002013-10-30T07:00:07.691-06:00Whiteout Wednesday: 5 White Kitchens with Quartz Countertops<i>White kitchens and baths are definitely the hottest trend I am seeing
right now. It's also the subject I get asked about the most. From
white Carrara marble to white quartz there is a lot to consider when
using white countertops.</i><br />
<i>Whiteout Wednesday is a weekly feature where I show five kitchens and/ or baths that have used white in a beautiful way.</i><br />
<i>If you have a white kitchen or bath that you would like to see featured here please <a href="mailto:stephanie@mgsbydesign.com">email me.</a></i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://flourishdesignandstyle.blogspot.com/2013/09/new-house-files-home-tour-starts-now.html">Photo: flourish design + style</a></td></tr>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary/kitchen" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Contemporary Kitchen</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/architect/c/Vancouver--BC" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Vancouver Architects & Designers</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/moeski/moeski-design-agency" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Moeski Design Agency</a></small></div>
Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-37200475210387247552013-10-28T07:00:00.000-06:002013-10-28T07:00:07.792-06:00Bianco Romano Granite Kitchen from MGS by Design<a href="http://www.mgsbydesign.com/">We</a> recently installed the countertops in this beautiful new home.<br />
The Kitchen countertops are <a href="http://www.granitegurus.com/2010/04/slab-sunday-bianco-romano-granite.html">Bianco Romano granite</a> with a <a href="http://www.mgsbydesign.com/edges">2 1/2" Half Moon edge detail</a>. <br />
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Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-72231532539611650302013-10-23T07:00:00.000-06:002013-10-23T09:11:19.466-06:00Whiteout Wednesday: Five White Powder Bathrooms<i>White kitchens and baths are definitely the hottest trend I am seeing right now. It's also the subject I get asked about the most. From white Carrara marble to white quartz there is a lot to consider when using white countertops.</i><br />
<i>Whiteout Wednesday is a weekly feature where I show five kitchens and/ or baths that have used white in a beautiful way.</i><br />
<i>If you have a white kitchen or bath that you would like to see featured here please <a href="mailto:stephanie@mgsbydesign.com">email me.</a></i><br />
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Usually on Whiteout Wednesday I show white kitchens and sometimes I show white bathrooms (which are usually master bathrooms). This week I'm changing it up a bit and am featuring five beautifully white Powder Bathrooms.<br />
I love how people went bold with the walls in all five of these baths, whether it was the wallpaper, black trim or Carrara marble. <br />
Enjoy!<br />
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<a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/98127/Harris-Powder-Room-modern-powder-room-austin" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Harris Powder Room modern powder room" border="0" height="333" src="http://st.houzz.com/simages/98127_0_8-0543-modern-powder-room.jpg" width="500" /></a></div>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/modern/powder-room" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">modern powder room design</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/architect/austin" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">austin architect</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professional/12999/Hugh-Jefferson-Randolph-Architects" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Hugh Jefferson Randolph Architects</a></small><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://chattafabulous.blogspot.com/2011/02/powder-room-project-option-2.html">Photo: Design Chat with Kim Lemmon</a></td></tr>
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<a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/234440/Greenwich-Residence-contemporary-powder-room-new-york" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Greenwich Residence contemporary powder room" border="0" height="750" src="http://st.houzz.com/simages/234440_0_8-0628-contemporary-powder-room.jpg" width="500" /></a></div>
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Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-79290342576782062772013-10-22T08:00:00.000-06:002013-10-22T08:41:14.903-06:00Home Office with Cranbrook Cambria quartzQuartz is an excellent choice for countertops in any office.<br />
Here are a couple of pictures of a home office <a href="http://www.mgsbydesign.com/">we</a> did...<br />
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The quartz is <a href="http://www.cambriausa.com/">Cambria, the color is Cranbrook</a>. The <a href="http://www.mgsbydesign.com/edges">edge detail is a 2 1/4" Miter.</a> Check out the metal sheets on the backsplash that they will use for magnets.<br />
All images from <a href="http://www.mgsbydesign.com/">MGS by Design.</a>Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-83261562706510404472013-10-15T07:00:00.000-06:002013-10-15T07:00:01.905-06:00Does the Bathtub Belong in the Middle of the Room?<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Julianne Moore's home in New York. <a href="http://www.home-designing.com/2009/08/julianne-moores-home-in-new-york">Photo: www.home-designing.com</a></td></tr>
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Recently I used the photo above as a reference when showing a client some ideas for her upcoming bathroom remodel.<br />
I was showing her the photo as inspiration for colors and that this bathroom doesn't look too bathroom-y. (Yes, that's a word, I just decided).<br />
Anyway, her first question was "Does a bathtub belong in the middle of a room?"<br />
Even though there's no way we'd put her bathtub in the middle of her bathroom (because her room doesn't have the layout for it), we proceeded to look at pictures of bathrooms with bathtubs in the middle for 30 minutes.<br />
In the end I convinced her that yes, a bathtub <i>could</i> go in the middle of a room!<br />
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Here are a four of our favorite photos that we came across....<br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary/bathroom" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Contemporary Bathroom</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build/c/Calgary--AB" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Calgary Design-Build Firms</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/prominenthomes/prominent-homes-ltd" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Prominent Homes Ltd</a></small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional/bathroom" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traditional Bathroom</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designer/c/San-Francisco--CA" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">San Francisco Interior Designers & Decorators</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/maccaulturner/matthew-maccaul-turner" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Matthew MacCaul Turner</a></small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/modern/bathroom" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Modern Bathroom</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-remodelers/c/Glen-Ellyn--IL" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Glen Ellyn Kitchen & Bath Remodelers</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/sklimala/the-kitchen-studio-of-glen-ellyn" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn</a></small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary/bathroom" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Contemporary Bathroom</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/carpet-and-flooring/c/Red-Deer--AB" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Red Deer Carpet & Flooring</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/awiebe/carpet-colour-centre-carpet-one" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Carpet Colour Centre - Carpet One</a></small></div>
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So tell me, would you design a bathroom so that the tub was in the middle? Do you like this layout or hate it?
Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-76787701861492774032013-10-02T07:00:00.000-06:002013-10-02T09:37:29.900-06:00Whiteout Wednesday: 5 White Kitchens<i>White kitchens and baths are definitely the hottest trend I am seeing right now. It's also the subject I get asked about the most. From white Carrara marble to white quartz there is a lot to consider when using white countertops.</i><br />
<i>Whiteout Wednesday is a weekly feature where I show five kitchens and/ or baths that have used white in a beautiful way.</i><br />
<i>If you have a white kitchen or bath that you would like to see featured here please <a href="mailto:stephanie@mgsbydesign.com">email me.</a></i><br />
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I've got five really great white kitchens for you this week!<br />
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This first kitchen I actually saw on last week's episode of <a href="http://www.hgtv.com/selling-new-york/show/index.html">Selling New York</a>. (I <a href="http://www.granitegurus.com/2010/09/i-love-selling-new-york.html">ridiculously love</a> that show.) The 5th Avenue Penthouse was designed by the architect <a href="http://www.josephdirand.com/">Joseph Dirand</a>. The entire Penthouse was amazing. If I had 12 million to spend on my home, I'd totally consider spending it on this place.<br />
You can see more photos of this Penthouse<a href="http://www.josephdirand.com/"> here</a>. <br />
The countertops in the kitchen are <a href="http://www.granitegurus.com/2011/05/slab-sunday-carrara-marble.html">Carrara marble</a>. Look closely at the island, the marble wraps the entire thing. Gorgeous!<br />
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<small> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary/kitchen" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">contemporary kitchen design</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designer/other-metros" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">other metros interior designer</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/professionals/17825/Atmosphere-Interior-Design-Inc" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Atmosphere Interior Design Inc.</a></small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">traditional spaces design</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath/philadelphia" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">philadelphia kitchen and bath</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/professionals/22283/Tim-Kriebel--KRIEBELDESIGN" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Tim Kriebel - KRIEBELDESIGN</a></small><br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary/kitchen" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Contemporary Kitchen</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build/c/Edina--MN" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Edina Design-Build Firms</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/scottgnh/great-neighborhood-homes" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Great Neighborhood Homes</a></small></div>
Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-45917132649158573142013-09-30T07:00:00.000-06:002013-09-30T10:19:15.476-06:006 Pink, Yes Pink, KitchensI'm a pink girl, I always have been. I tried to deny it for awhile as a teenager because I didn't think it was cool, but now I'm not cool anyway, so I embrace my love of pink. :)<br />
I haven't met too many people who are neutral about pink, it's usually a love or hate thing.<br />
Maybe if I was single I would think about doing a pink kitchen, but I know there is no possible way that my husband would even allow a drop of pink in our kitchen! <br />
So today I'll just show pictures of fun, pink kitchens.<br />
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I think this first kitchen from <a href="http://www.livingetc.com/">LivingEtc</a> is my favorite kitchen of the day. I like that it's not overwhelmingly pink and it's a good color of pink. The backsplash is painted glass and the countertops are concrete. The sofa is amazing, but I'm not loving the rug. I think white or grey quartz countertops would be awesome in here.<br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/modern/kitchen" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Modern Kitchen</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/cabinets/c/New-York--NY" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">New York Cabinets & Cabinetry</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/leichtnewyork/leicht-new-york-leicht-westchester" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">LEICHT New York / LEICHT Westchester</a></small></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">I like that this kitchen from the <a href="http://www.nestegg.typepad.com/">Nest Egg blog</a> is pink only on the painted walls....the least inexpensive part of the kitchen to change when you are ready for a change and want to paint your kitchen yellow or turquoise or olive green instead. The countertops look to be granite.</span></span></div>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/eclectic/kitchen" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Eclectic Kitchen</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographer/c/Laguna-Beach--CA" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Laguna Beach Photographers</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/jkoegel/jeri-koegel-photography" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Jeri Koegel Photography</a></small></div>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/eclectic/kitchen" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Eclectic Kitchen</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath/c/York--PA" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">York Kitchen & Bath Designers</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/patcfield/patricia-l-caulfield-llc" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Patricia L. Caulfield, LLC</a></small></div>
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Okay never mind, this last kitchen is tied for my favorite of the day. The picture is from <a href="http://www.ukglassproducts.com/">UK Glass Products.</a> The backsplash is painted glass and I think the countertops are probably quartz.<br />
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Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-29899610502338047662013-09-26T07:00:00.000-06:002013-09-26T09:32:27.382-06:008 Amazing Outdoor Kitchens & Tips on Using Granite OutdoorsI don't know about you, but we probably spend more time in our backyard enjoying this beautiful fall weather than we do in the summer.<br />
Now is a great time to finish up that outdoor kitchen that you've been meaning to build for years. :)<br />
Enjoy it for another month and then it'll be all ready for a full season next year.<br />
Here are eight really beautiful outdoor kitchens to get you motivated & inspired... <br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional/patio" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traditional Patio</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/architect/c/Sacramento--CA" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Sacramento Architects & Designers</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/rgaid/debbie-r-gualco" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Debbie R. Gualco</a></small></div>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/eclectic/patio" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Eclectic Patio</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designer/c/Houston--TX" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Houston Interior Designers & Decorators</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/denabrody/dena-brody-asid-rid" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Dena Brody, ASID, RID</a></small></div>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional/patio" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traditional Patio</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath/charlotte" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Charlotte Kitchen & Bath Designers</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/granitecountertopscharlottenc/fireplace-granite-distributors" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Fireplace & Granite Distributors</a></small></div>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/patio" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Patio</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architect/c/Jacksonville--FL" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Jacksonville Landscape Architects & Designers</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/cascadeoutdoordesign/cascade-outdoor-design" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Cascade Outdoor Design</a></small><br />
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<li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Go with a light color of granite if possible. The darker colors get HOT, especially if they have the sun hitting them directly.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Darker colors are better for areas that have a lot of freeze/thaw though. This is because the darker colors of granite are more dense. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">If possible, have the countertops under a cover of some sort. Whether it's an awning or canopy or whatever. The less rain, snow and dirt on the countertops the better.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Use 3 cm (or thicker) granite if possible and don't laminate the edge. The countertops will just hold up better/ longer. If you want a laminated edge though just be sure that your fabricator uses a glue for the laminations that's specifically made for outdoor applications. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Cover your countertops during the winter months. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Use a reputable fabricator. You don't want to waste your money paying for sub-par fabrication and/or installation.</span></span></li>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/mediterranean/patio" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Mediterranean Patio</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architect/c/Carrollton--TX" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Carrollton Landscape Architects & Designers</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/haroldleidner/harold-leidner-landscape-architects" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Harold Leidner Landscape Architects</a></small></div>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/eclectic/patio" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Eclectic Patio</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/c/Shallotte--NC" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Shallotte Home Builders</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/coastalbuilder/blue-sky-building-company" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Blue Sky Building Company</a></small></div>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/tropical/patio" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Tropical Patio</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designer/los-angeles" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Los Angeles Interior Designers & Decorators</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/charmainewerth/d-studio" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">d | studio\</a></small></div>
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional/patio" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traditional Patio</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designer/c/Wichita--KS" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Wichita Interior Designers & Decorators</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/tiffanyfarhadesign/tiffany-farha-design" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Tiffany Farha Design</a></small></div>
Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-35343429275794073972013-09-25T07:00:00.000-06:002013-09-25T07:00:00.061-06:00Whiteout Wednesday: 5 White Kitchens with Farmhouse Sinks<i>White kitchens and baths are definitely the hottest trend I am seeing
right now. It's also the subject I get asked about the most.
From white Carrara marble to white quartz there is a lot to
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It seems like we are doing more and more kitchens with Farmhouse sinks. <br />
Especially white kitchens.<br />
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Farmhouse sinks (aka: apron front sinks) have become an
increasingly popular sink option in the past couple of years for traditional
and even contemporary style kitchens.<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Farmhouse Sinks are generally selected for two main reasons. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">1) The look. A lot of people like the look of Farmhouse Sinks and want them to be a focal point in their kitchen.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">2) They are <u>so dang practical</u>! If you are an avid cook and use your kitchen a lot you'll love a Farmhouse Sink. It's low maintenance and easy to clean. They are large enough for your big baking sheets and stock pots. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Today I have five really beautiful white kitchens with Farmhouse Sinks. Enjoy! </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://houseandhome.com/blogs/house-home-daily/inspiration-board/apron-sinks">Photo: House & Home</a>. Sink is from<a href="http://www.us.kohler.com/us/Cursive%22-design-on-Alcott%22-25-x-22-x-8-5-8-tile-in-kitchen-sink/productDetail/Artist-Editions-Kitchen-Products/427439.htm;jsessionid=6F8C8D9824625BFB9C837C305BECFB65.kohler-prod1-ecom1"> Kohler.</a><u><i><br /></i></u></td></tr>
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I found this fun article on <a href="http://www.kludgymom.com/for-the-love-of-the-sink/">Kludgy Mom blog</a> with tips on what to look for when buying a Farmhouse Sink. She speaks from experience, check it out <a href="http://www.kludgymom.com/for-the-love-of-the-sink/">here</a>.Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-89928705876265097612013-09-24T07:00:00.001-06:002013-09-24T07:00:03.148-06:00Behind the Scenes on InstagramWe've been on <a href="http://instagram.com/mgsbydesign#">Instagram</a> for about 6 months now and we're loving it!<br />
It's been so fun to "meet" people from around the world that are a part of the stone industry. Everyone from stone masons, stone quarry owners, kitchen designers, stone fabricators and more. I love seeing other people's amazing work!<br />
I also really love following diy-ers, other interior designers and local businesses. I'm kind of addicted. :)<br />
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I guess if you have all the money and patience in the world to redo your bathroom every five years to keep up with the growing child that's fine. <br />
Most people don't have that kind of money, time or patience though. I suggest designing the bathroom so that it can grow with the child. If you really want to get your rubber duckies in there maybe keep it with the shower curtain instead of the tile. :)<br />
Below are some pictures of Kid's Baths that I think are great.<br />
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<small><span style="font-size: small;">These flowers are vinyl and just stick on. They are from <a href="http://www.potterybarnkids.com/">Pottery Barn Kids</a>. I wonder how well they stick in a steamy shower though...</span></small><br />
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Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-77002847929842791972013-09-16T07:00:00.000-06:002013-09-16T07:00:09.098-06:005 Beautiful Stone FountainsGoodbye summer. :(<br />
I know it's technically still summer (for a few more days anyway), but it's definitely cooling down here in Utah and it's feeling more & more like fall every day. Autumn is my favorite season, but I'm really having a hard time saying goodbye to summer this year!<br />
So, maybe this post is more wishful thinking... but I thought I'd show some pictures of stone fountains today in beautiful, green, summery yards. <br />
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This first one is probably my favorite. I love the simplicity of it. I also think the beautiful setting makes me love it even more.<br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary/landscape" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Contemporary Landscape</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architect/c/Issaquah--WA" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Issaquah Landscape Architects & Designers</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/darw/darwin-webb-landscape-architects-ps" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Darwin Webb Landscape Architects, P.S.</a></small></div>
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The fountain below is handcrafted from pebbles. Pretty cool right?<br />
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I love, love, love<a href="https://www.stoneforest.com/"> Stone Forest</a>. They make ridiculously beautiful sinks & bathtubs. They also make beautiful fountains, like the one below!<br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional/landscape" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traditional Landscape</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designer/c/Boise--ID" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Boise Interior Designers & Decorators</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/jewditha/judith-balis" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Judith Balis</a></small></div>
Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-14615619628406758592013-09-13T07:00:00.000-06:002013-09-13T11:33:19.411-06:00FAQ Friday: Does Granite Have a Completely Smooth Surface?For the most part the answer is....<br />
Nope. <br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional/kitchen" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traditional Kitchen</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/tile-stone-and-countertop/c/Traverse-City--MI" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traverse City Tile, Stone & Countertops</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/cjurik/stratus-marble-granite" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Stratus Marble & Granite</a></small></div>
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Many granites contain pits and fissures that are natural characteristics of the stone. Some granite colors exhibit these characteristics more than others, and the lighting of the room can make these marks more or less visible. <br />
There are a few colors that some customers just can't handle because the veining and surface fissures look like scratches and cracks to them. The <a href="http://www.granitegurus.com/2011/05/slab-sunday-antique-brown-granite.html">Marron Cohiba</a> (aka <a href="http://www.granitegurus.com/2011/05/slab-sunday-antique-brown-granite.html">Antique Brown</a>) pictured below is one of those colors.<br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional/kitchen" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traditional Kitchen</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath/c/Bellevue--WA" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Bellevue Kitchen & Bath Designers</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/todd-brickman/todd-brickman-designs" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Todd Brickman designs</a></small></div>
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On the other hand <a href="http://www.granitegurus.com/2012/05/slab-sunday-absolute-black-polished.html">Absolute Black granite</a> (pictured below) looks and feels pretty darn close to perfectly smooth.<br />
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the second annual <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Silestone Design
Contest</b>, an exciting program recognizing independent designers on the
forefront of creative and inspiring kitchen design. From bold back splashes to
innovative islands, Silestone is seeking designers who celebrate the influence
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three winning projects that feature Silestone natural quartz in a kitchen that
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specializing in historic restorations and homebuilding. As a former antiques
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multi-media consultant, Kelly is known for her colorful, livable design and is
the author of two design books: <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Home
Décor: A Sunset Design Guide</i> and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">My
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Design Contest begins <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">August 6</b> and
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Silestone natural quartz from <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">August 2012
to September 2013</b>. The call for entries ends <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">November 15, 2013</b> and the winners will be announced on <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">December 3, 2013.</b> For complete contest
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Group is a global, family-owned company that produces and distributes high
value innovative surfaces for architecture and design. As a leading company,
Cosentino imagines and anticipates design solutions for its customers and
partners. Cosentino’s brands are leaders in their respective categories,
including Silestone® natural quartz, Dekton® ultra-compact surfaces, Eco by
Cosentino® recycled surfaces, and Sensa® granite. The group bases its
development on international expansion, innovative research and development, respect
for the environment, and an ongoing corporate commitment to health and safety,
education, equality, and supporting the local communities in which it operates.</span></div>
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Group currently distributes its products and brands in more than 60 countries,
while directly managing its facilities in 17 of them from the global
headquarters in Almeria, Spain (USA, Brazil, UK, Ireland, Germany, Austria,
France, Holland, Belgium, Italy, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Portugal, Mexico
and Australia). The multinational has 7 factories (6 in Spain and 1 in Brazil);
15 kitchen and bathroom surface production facilities (1 in Spain and 14 in the
USA), 1 intelligent logistic platform (in Spain), 2 distribution hubs (in the
US), and more than 70 Cosentino Centers (comprehensive distribution and service
platforms) worldwide.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>More than 85% of
Cosentino Group’s turnover comes from international markets.</span></div>
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Steph@TheGraniteGurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06671867680855126655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632870522135690545.post-17725096818072973442013-09-11T08:00:00.000-06:002013-09-11T11:18:24.961-06:00Whiteout Wednesday: 5 White Kitchens with Beautiful & Unique Backsplash Tile<i>White kitchens and baths are definitely the hottest trend I am seeing
right now. It's also the subject I get asked about the most.
From white Carrara marble to white quartz there is a lot to
consider when using white countertops.</i><br />
<i>Whiteout Wednesday is a weekly feature where I show five kitchens and/ or baths that have used white in a beautiful way.</i><br />
<i>If you have a white kitchen or bath that you would like to see featured here please <a href="mailto:stephanie@mgsbydesign.com">email me.</a></i><br />
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All-white kitchens are beautiful & definitely have their place. If you are looking to add color to your white kitchen though, using a fun tile backsplash is a great way to accomplish that.<br />
Today I have five really beautiful kitchens that all have unique & fun backsplash tile.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tile from Ann Sacks. <span id="goog_807241467"></span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_807241466">Photo: Decor Pad via Palmer Weiss</a><span id="goog_807241468"></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><u><a href="http://www.bhg.com/home-improvement/remodeling/budget-remodels/high-impact-remodeling-projects/#page=3">Photo: Better Homes & Gardens</a></u></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.houseofturquoise.com/2013/02/desiree-ashworth.html">Photo: House of Turquoise</a><i><br /></i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bhg.com/kitchen/backsplash/colorful-kitchen-backsplash-ideas/#page=1">Photo: Better Homes & Gardens</a><i><br /></i></td></tr>
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