by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jan 3, 2024 | Interior Design, Kitchen Design, Materials & Finishes
There are many different materials you can use for a backsplash but none are to be compared with full stone slabs such as marble. Using a Marble Slab Backsplash You can use a marble slab as a backsplash which is a very high-end look. Installing a full slab...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jan 3, 2024 | Home Design, Interior Design, Materials & Finishes
There are many options for wood flooring, but they are not all equal. You should consider both durability and aesthetics when selecting wood floors. White Oak is consistently a good choice of all the wood floors you can use and is high on my list of options. Is...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 21, 2023 | Bathroom Design, Interior Design, Materials & Finishes
Color, pattern, texture, and accessory variations are some of the ways to enhance a bathroom design. One unique option to elevate your bathroom is to incorporate 3D tiles. Most tiles are flat, but 3D tiles have three-dimensional surfaces with ins and outs, creating...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 31, 2023 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Materials & Finishes
As an architect in New York, people often ask me about exposed brick in their homes and apartments. They want to know why exposed brick might be a good option and why there is such a cachet around exposing bricks in New York City. Brick has texture and color, which...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 29, 2024 | Interior Design, Kitchen Design, Materials & Finishes
Backsplash design involves selecting materials, colors, and patterns with visual and practical matters considered. The backsplash is a crucial part of the kitchen aesthetic and is a protective surface, making the backsplash selection process integral to the overall...