This residential kitchen project was performed in conjunction with Legacy Custom Homes/RSD, Frank Ponterio Interiors, and NuHaus/Exclusive Woodworking. The goal of this project was to fabricate and install marble slabs in a fashion that mimicked the custom millwork in the rest of this estate home on the Northshore of Chicago. John Tithof and Jason Cranmer, along with the fabrication production team, executed this project on behalf of Tithof Tile & Marble. The client wanted the panels to appear as if carved from dimensional stone blocks rather than the classic full height stone backsplash. One of the primary focuses was keeping the client involved through the templating and layout process to ensure they knew what their project would look like before anything was cut or installed. The evolution of this process has changed in recent years. Gone are the days of blue tape and visualizing the completed job. With the recent introduction of the revolutionary Perfect Match and Slabsmith software programs we have the ability to digitally layout every slab project and create a virtual representation of the project for approval prior to cutting.

Backsplash: Island Stone Palms color smoke Island Stone 8” pencil bar color smoke Flooring: Happy Floors Setai Silver mosaic Happy Floors Setai Silver 12x24 Happy Floors Setai Silver Bullnose 3.5x18 Countetops: Metro Quartz Color: Venus

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Inspiration for a timeless concrete floor kitchen remodel in Austin with an undermount sink, white cabinets, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and shaker cabinets

Florida Tile Pietra Art Collection (Natural Stone) Ledger Stone - 6 x 24. Color: Ash
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Wilmington

A rustic kitchen filled with 50 million year-old fossil fish from Green River Stone Company. The center island has a fossil stone countertop, and the walls have fossil stone backsplashes.

Michael Brock, Brock Imaging
Large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and matchstick tile backsplash

White painted cabinets with a beautiful edge profile is contrasted with warm hues of the granite countertop, travertine stone backsplash tile, and oil rubbed bronze hardware accents.

Stone back-splash with ornamentation accent pieces.
Example of a mid-sized classic u-shaped ceramic tile eat-in kitchen design in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

The goal of this master suite remodel was to design a luxurious yet simple environment that was not only beautiful but also comfortable, and designer Lori Wiles brought the transformation to life. The remodel was a transformation of the unused storage area in the bottom level of the clients’ home. Wiles' creative problem solving did more than just hide basement remodel problems like low ductwork and poorly located pipes. Instead, these obstacles served as a source of inspiration for some of the most interesting aspects of her design, such as the angular wood-paneled headboard wall with built-in nightstands. Following a stone, fire, water, and wood theme, the materials used in this master suite strongly relate to nature. Water flows to the tub from the stone accent wall in the bathroom, and an opposing stone wall in the bedroom creates a dramatic backdrop for a seating area. Both walls contain candle-filled niches and Cherry wood is employed throughout, creating warmth and continuity. To further achieve the natural look and feel of the bathroom, Wiles incorporated a variety of stones. The shower and immediate area around the freestanding tub feature pebble accent flooring that complement the surrounding large, rectangular tile floors. Eldorado Stone’s Black River Stacked Stone was chosen because it offered different textures and dimensions of the black, rugged, stacked stone, resulting in an organic environment that provides relief from the flat surfaces. By using quality materials such as Eldorado Stone, designer Lori Wiles was able to create a zen-like space that exceeded her client’s expectations. Eldorado Stone Profile Featured: Black River Stacked Stone installed with a Dry-Stack grout technique Designer: Lori Wiles Design Website: www.loriwilesdesign.com Phone: (319) 310-6214 Contact Lori Wiles Design Houzz: www.houzz.com/pro/loriwiles/lori-wiles-design Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Lori-Wiles-Design Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/loriwilesdesign/ Photography: Lori Wiles Design Mason: Iowa Stone Supply Website: www.iowastonesupply.com Phone: (319) 533-4299 Contact Iowa Stone Supply Eastern Iowa Showroom (Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00 or by appointment) 1530 Stamy Road Hiawatha, IA 52233 Central Iowa Showroom (by appointment) 2913 99th Street Urbandale, IA 50322 Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Iowa-Stone-Supply

Because granite is 100% natural, and no two pieces are alike, (even the sample of granite you saw in making your choice will vary somewhat from what is installed in your home), your installed countertop will not have a uniform look, which appeals to some who like the one of a kind nature of the stone. Photo by Chrissy Racho.

Randle Bye
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen remodel in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, gray backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Cabinet pulls, cedar beams, beams, cedar trim, rustic kitchen, glass pendants, emtek hardware, glass pendants, gray cabinets, island sink, marble backsplash, marble counter, paneled refrigerator, quartz counter, quartz backsplash, rustic cedar, wood hood, wood tile floor, castlevetro woodland tile, under counter oven, wood tile floor, stone backsplash

A wet bar with floating wood shelves, a stone slab backsplash, and dual beverage fridges — built for entertaining in the lower level.
Example of a transitional home bar design in Detroit

Valerie Wilcox
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash, black appliances, an island and gray countertops

Donna Griffith Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble countertops, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and brown backsplash

Glass tile backsplash: Marbleized, Pattern: Mini Brick Stacked, Color: Burlywood, Finish: Pearl • Quartz countertops ©Kimberly Gavin Photography
Eat-in kitchen - large traditional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen idea with quartz countertops, beige backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, shaker cabinets and white cabinets

This white kitchen is grounded by the dark espresso island. Carrara marble island with wine storage on the side create a beautiful contrast to the white cabinets with the silestone grey countertops and herringbone backsplash tile. This kithchen renovation included the removal of a load bearing wall to open it up and make it feel bright and airy.

This is one of our favorite stones for fireplace surrounds. “I love the stone fireplace, great texture.” “wonderful use of stone on the fireplace surround” “family room fireplace feature stone texture” “Beautiful Fireplace Ideas for Stone Veneer Fireplace Surrounds” “This stone fireplace surround is a popular choice for rustic interiors as well as contemporary spaces” “The stonework covers the fireplace in Toronto creating a rustic feel on the fireplace surround”

Sue Kay
Large elegant u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island