CREATE A MARBLE-OUS HOME

Words by Jamal Grootboom | Images: Supplied

Marble stoneware has been a staple for interior decorating since ancient Roman and Grecian times. Used for everything from countertops and tabletops to decor pieces, this natural stone’s durability with a glossy finish instantly adds a high-end touch to any home.

Achieving the marble look in your home is easier than ever since natural marble isn’t your only option. You can opt for synthetic marble or ceramic with a marble-esque look. This allows you to bring the elegance of the stone from dark to light tones to your home on any budget.

Here’s how to incorporate this timeless stone with decor, serveware, and furnishings that ooze luxury.

The bathroom is the space where you start and end your day. Making it your own sanctuary with touches of elegance makes a world of difference. Think candles encased with a marble exterior. Canisters to keep your daily skincare products in that make your daily routine feel luxurious. Soup dispensers in marble to make even washing your hands a premium task.

You can add marble accents to your living room beyond fixed additions. Marble is unique in that it’s an easily recognisable texture that instantly adds an opulent feel to your space. Adding a coffee table with a marble top gives this lavish touch without being ostentatious. Pairing this with gold and wood accents by adding mirrors and vases continues the overall luxe feeling.

Marble countertops are usually the first thought when it comes to incorporating stoneware into a kitchen. However, you can still bring marble into your home without breaking the bank with small additions such as marble-treated ceramic with tray tables, marble serving boards and a pestle & mortar for grinding cooking ingredients.