Carrara marble countertop

As a new owner & caretaker of white Carrara marble countertops, I learned all about the stone the care & the consequences of my choice. I know many of you want to de-mystify marble & have, or want, it in your kitchen too. So I am sharing what I have learned in a series of

Every house has potential if you design it with intention. Sharing the process of designing, renovating, and decorating our 1960's home, and providing inspiration for you to do the same.

Marble makes a luxe statement in the kitchen or bath. But which type is best? Read our guide to find out more about Calacatta, Carrara, and Statuary marble.

How my honed marble countertops have worn after 4 years of daily use and would I choose them again. Honed vs polished marble comparison.

Learn if Carrara marble is durable and good for kitchen countertops vs. other types of marble slabs. Is it porous? Cleaning, sealing, how to maintain marble.

Sharing the pros and cons about marble countertops in the kitchen including how to clean them and take care of them.

Yesterday was countertop install day (so basically Christmas) in our kitchen! We are so so happy with how the install went, and honestly, I feel like I can ...

*This post is in partnership with Rocktops. All thoughts, selections, and opinions are my own. Kitchens are often the most utilized space in any home. From food preparation and cooking to time spent around the dining table, this room sees a lot of action. It’s also typically the most expensive room in any home due to the investment in cabinets, counters, hardware, and appliances. When envisioning a kitchen for our new build, I aimed for a design with lasting power. While many man-made…

Arabescato, Carrara and Calacatta marble are all extracted in the same area but they bring very distinctive differences. Want to know more? Read here & find out.

When my husband and I were researching our kitchen renovation a couple years ago, marble countertops were the clear frontrunner, but we were nervous about the inevitable etching. So we paid visits to every marble-topped bar and marble-furnished ice cream parlor we could find, cocking our heads to the side, peering down long polished surfaces to examine the damage left by countless drippy glasses and plates of spaghetti. We ended up with marble and we’re very happy with it.