Marble & Stone Ideas for 2023

There are endless options available for natural stone as well as natural looking alternatives made of sintered stone or porcelain. For the purposes of this list we have selected our favorite naturally occurring marbles and stones for kitchen and bathroom projects, some you may be familiar with and some you may have seen but never knew the name of! Let us know in the comments below which of these stones you would choose for your next project or if you have a different personal favorite not on this list.

Calacatta Gold Marble

Calacatta Gold is an Italian marble that is creamy White with Gold and Beige veining throughout. The striking veins running throughout this stone make a bold impression perfect for a long island or slab backsplash.

Collemandina Marble

This classic Italian marble is a variety of brecciated limestone and originates from an area of the same name. The background color is a warm Grey with Gold and Cream veining throughout. It is also available in a beautiful Ruby Red variety called Collemandina Rosso.

Quartzite (Pictured in Taj Mahal)

This natural stone originates in Brazil and is available in many colors and varieties. The most popular varity for 2023 is Taj Mahal which has a neutral Beige Base and a mixture of Gold and White veining throughout with lots of variation in its natural pattern.

Palladio Moro (or Palladio Doge) Marble Terrazzo

Various sizes and types of top quality marbles are blended with resins in Black or White to create a chunky, Terrazzo look (select a stone with resin that is tested for contact with food and treated for stain resistance for kitchen countertop use or stick to accents like the front of the island with this stone).

Travertine

A form of Limestone which originates from various locations across the globe most frequently near natural mineral springs. There are numerous varieties available, the most popular being the classic Beige pictured here. This stone is softer and more porous than Granite so be careful to wipe up spills right away and re-seal your Travertine surfaces as instructed by your supplier.

Calacatta Viola

The deeper colored, ultra popular sister to Calacatta Gold. This Italian marble is a Creamy White with rich Burgundy veining throughout. This stone is mostly shown in a soft honed finish but is also available in a glossy polished version for a more glamorous look.

Verde Indio Marble

This gorgeous Emerald Green marble with creamy veining originates from India and is most commonly seen in a high gloss, polished finish. This marble pairs perfectly with smokey toned woods for an organic look.

Emperador Marble

Available in a light and dark variety, this Spanish marble has a rich Brown color accented by Creamy White veins. It is most commonly used in kitchens and bathrooms in a glossy polished finished but is also available in a honed or leathered matte finish depending on your overall design aesthetic.

Onyx

One of the stones with the most unique variations of pattern and color, Onyx is filled with intergrowths of Mogonite and Quartz in a variety of sizes and shapes. The Chinese Green Onyx shown here has a mixture of Deep Green, light Green, White and Black. Onyx is found all over the world and because it is naturally translucent you will often see the stone slabs backlit on wall or island applications.