Sunday Times

BENEATH THE SURFACE

- Julia Freemantle

At the cutting-edge of countertop trends, Caesarston­e’s latest designs offer depth, movement and major visual impact. Offering a window into what’s happening in the industry at large, the company’s new colourways reflect the directions kitchen design is taking.

White Attica 5143 embodies a simultaneo­us revival of classicism and modernism with its simple, yet striking, polished surface of dark grey veining on a white base. It’s a fusion of modernity and timelessne­ss teamed with elegant tones (deep green, warm red) and sophistica­ted textures such as leather and wood. Taking the trend further, Airy Concrete 4044’s unpolished grey surface is next-generation industrial. An aged feel adds depth while the matte finish offers a fresh take on the aesthetic. Pair with burnished metals and copper green to emphasise the worn effect, and rounded shapes to soften its ruggedness. Cloudburst Concrete 4011’s cloud-like patina offers a pared-back finish and a poetic interpreta­tion of an urban ideal. Pale tones, powdery pastels, sleek metals and simple, luxurious textures create a calm, contempora­ry space. The ability to recreate weathered and patinated surfaces means more dynamic design and Excava 4046 blends beautifull­y with other natural materials – raw wood, stone and woven textures – and an earthy palette drawn from the outdoors. Think burnt oranges, forest greens and warm browns.

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