SLEEK IN BLACK

After poring over various stone materials such as the Athena Grey, creative director Dennis Cheok of Upstairs_ concluded that black marble and granite were more suited to conveying the textures of rippling water. “A darker polished surface will create an idea of sleek wetness in a very strong way,” says Cheok. “This black granite has a grain and a very consistent tone that can be polished to appear liquid-like. It’s a perfect representation of liquid movement.” upstairs.sg