SOURCE: Stone Mart

 

NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA--(Marketwire - July 21, 2008) - As interior designers, architects and consumers turn to some of today's top trends in kitchen and bathroom décor, companies like Stone Mart, a leading exotic and natural stone importer and distributor, are noticing a rising demand for brushed finishes, leather accents and marble slab in exotic and natural stone. Designers who want to create a fresh, contemporary look are turning to both exotic and natural stone accents for a luxurious touch to homes, hotels and other distinctive venues.

Marble slabs have been a popular option for gourmet kitchen countertops and designer bathroom tile and accents in the past decade, but white marble in particular has become one of the season's top trends. White marble can be complemented with several styles and shades of exotic stone to create a unique and attractive addition to any room. According to the experts at Stone Mart, "the leading trends for the kitchen are Golden Oak trim. Bathrooms are now being outfitted with Bianco Ventino, a popular white marble that is showing up in luxury estate homes, high-end apartments and condos, and other homes designed with a contemporary theme."

Stone Mart is catering to this trend by providing a vast selection of imported stone for clients of all tastes and needs; the Designer Collection Showroom at Stone Mart's headquarters in California features several marble stone slabs and cuts made with a variety of textures, shades and surfaces for visual interest.

As more people update, renovate and build stylish kitchens and bathrooms, Stone Mart is showcasing key stone types such as Carrera, Calcatta Gold, Statuary, Thasoss and Bianco Neve. Other European stones are also a part of this season's trends, and Stone Mart makes it easy for clients to select some of the latest styles and pieces to suit individual tastes and preferences. Clients can select unique styles from the entire collection of stones at Stone Mart's state-of-the-art Designer Collection Showroom.

About Stone Mart

Stone Mart (http://www.stonemart.com) has grown to become a premier destination for designers, architects, and luxury homeowners searching for only the world's finest selections in natural stones. From granite countertops to marble flooring, Stone Mart has become a leader in importing quality stone from around the world. All products are now showcased in the Designer Collection Showroom in California.