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Beautiful Botanic Wave Quartzite – Exclusively Offered at IRG!

by Jogreet Chadha | Oct 5, 2020 | Information

close up worktop image of botanic wave quartzite

From the lush, exotic landscape that is Brazil comes a miraculous stone combination that is as exquisite as it is exclusive. Choose to make a splash on countertops, in waterfall edging, for book-matched wall placements, and unique surfaces throughout your home. Even more beautiful when lit from within, IRG’s Botanic Wave Quartzite is a dramatic choice for room dividers, powder rooms, and fireplace surrounds.

slab of botanic wave quartzite backlit in natural light

Make waves outside the bath.

Brilliant-yet-still serene Botanic Wave somehow combines drama with serenity through electric green and sparkling white cross-veining and layering. This unique geological formation is nature’s metamorphic combination of the high-end White Diamond Quartzite and exotic Botanic Green Quartzite. In no way manmade, this natural material was designed by nature centuries ago for your personal inspiration today.

Botanic Green…

fittingly gets its name from its leaf-green color, which can also be known as aqua because of its silvery metallic sheen — like calming teal Brazilian waters. Placed against lush gardens, plants and water features, the Botanic Green portions of a slab appear to have emerged naturally and blend perfectly with the whiter portions for a peaceful, bliss-filled setting.

Plus White Diamond’s…

nearly translucent face makes for an intriguingly complex surface – rich with white and gold veining as well as emerging rose and coffee-colored swirls rising to the surface. This stunning effect demands attention and appreciation.

Equals a breathtaking Quartzite!

When sandstone is metamorphosed to quartzite, individual quartz grains re-crystallize to form a beautiful interlocking mosaic. This elegant, distinctly durable metamorphic rock is resistant to scratching, staining, and fading, and the beauty is unmatched.

Divine Inspiration

No matter your design style, one look at IRG’s Botanic Wave Quartzite will leave you speechless yet filled with ideas. This exquisite & exclusive surface choice will bring a fresh, exotic and impressive feeling to your home.

Wall design created with Botanic Wave Slabs

Create An Indoor Oasis Like Designer Tiffany Waugh’s

by Jogreet Chadha | Aug 26, 2020 | Inspiration

These fine Italian Marbles make designing an escape to paradise easy!

White & yellow-tinged marbles like Breccia Capraia, Calacatta Monet, and Calacatta Antica can quickly transport you on soothing currents of sea-green veining. That’s why homeowners and designers are using these dreamy marbles more than ever to create private oases right at home. The warm-yet-cooling combination is reminiscent of serene beaches and mellow waters off the Amalfi Coast, but it offers more than a mere summer getaway!

Interior designer Tiffany Waugh demonstrates this with a recent kitchen renovation using IRG’s Breccia Capraia marble. By incorporating functional features to preserve the home’s Victorian characteristics and creating a space suitable for contemporary living with two young children, Tiffany transformed an 1899-built kitchen into a refreshed space that could act as the hub of the home for a modern family’s lifestyle. That’s no easy task!

She used Farrow and Ball’s Green Smoke paint on the cabinets – a nod to the popular color used in late 19^th century interiors – coupled with IRG’s Breccia Capraia Marble to fit a historical color palette that included the adjacent room’s moody-gray walls. (Note: As typically recommended for white marble installed on kitchen countertops, the material was honed to better hide potential etch or scratch marks through daily use.)

Tiffany also added a second top row of cabinets to increase storage space while adhering to HOA footprint restrictions. And since function and accessibility for all family members was important, a small utility cabinet with ladder was added for easy access to the higher areas. A custom bread bar (cleverly hidden behind an appliance garage near the oven) allows for an everyday one-stop breakfast area where the 5- and 7-year-olds can make their own toast in the morning.

kitchen with smoke green cabinets and breccia capraia marble countertops

The ceiling’s ball pendant with yoke hanger construction offers dramatic and decorative elements that play off luxurious Breccia Capraia marble that extends up the backsplash and around the window.

If you’re ready to create a functional oasis of your own and the thought of sea-green white marble takes you away, consider three of IRG’s current in-stock selections:

Breccia Capraia Polished

Breccia Capraia pulls you in with undulating patterns of green, grey, and light rose. With a wonderful white background, this premium Italian stone brings light and warmth to any room – residential or commercial – and adds a certain sophistication and luxury to any home.

Calacatta Monet Honed

bookmatched slabs of calacatta monet marble

Book-matching slabs of IRG’s Calacatta Monet creates a beautiful open-winged deep rose-colored butterfly effect that might be considered as beautiful as any Monet painting! The Italian slab shown above incorporates cool green veining, warm milky hues, and burgundy veins on a canvas of creamy color.

Calacatta Antica Polished

If you enjoy the classic milky look of Calacatta Gold but want the added interest of increased veining, IRG’s Calacatta Antica is uniquely yours. This Italian marble will “make your day.” A fresh, new and slightly more bold look, the timelessness of this unique marble choice works in almost any room and will give lasting pleasure for centuries.

Whether you want to create your own old-world marvel, a rejuvenating indoor oasis, or project a grand and artsy appeal, one of IRG’s green Italian white marble slabs – and our knowledgeable sales associates can help you achieve the design of your dreams.

Make an appointment to come in and select your slabs today!

Introducing 5 New Pental Quartz Colors!

by Jogreet Chadha | Jul 21, 2020 | Information

IRG is proud to introduce five new exciting colors to our already expansive Pental Quartz collection!

Engineered quartz has become a mainstay in the remodeling and surfacing industry; and IRG’s newest colors represent a variety of looks that can be used to design modern and traditional spaces alike.

Take a look at each new color below, then contact us for more information and samples.

SABLE – Sensual & Soothing

Delicate and warm, Sable is a designer’s dream. Create a strong-yet-sensual visual impact by beautifully complementing its fine brown veining with natural wood, brass, and copper. Or benefit from the material’s mostly grey background and match with cool complementary colors. How flexible!

Sable pental quartz installed in kitchen backsplash and island

sable pental quartz installed in kitchen

HORIZON – Soft & Silvery

This Carrara-inspired material showcases a mix of white & brown veins on an unusual silvery pearl background. Horizon’s classic blush tone and soft veining create a subtle pattern of understated elegance for kitchens and bathrooms.

pental quartz horizon kitchen island and countertops

pental quartz horizon used in kitchen with blue victorian cabinetry

STONINGTON – A Pattern of Clouds

Stonington offers unique movement characterized by clouds of grey that fluctuate between darker and lighter tones. The material’s wavering pattern mimics the variation found in natural stone.

rendering of kitchen with pental quartz stonington on the countertops

Rendering of kitchen with stonington pental quartz

NORDIC GREY – Better Than Concrete

Nordic Grey’s light concrete-grey color features dappled variations throughout the slab. This unique “fog-effect” handsomely balances the fine lines of today’s popular contemporary spaces.

kitchen countertop with nordic grey pental quartz

kitchen island with nordic grey pental quartz

ZION – Strong & Dramatic

Zion delivers strong movement with bold, wide-veining — very much inspired by dramatic Calacatta marble. This pattern will make an impact in more traditional residences as well as modern commercial spaces.

pental quartz zion installed in residential kitchen

pental quartz zion installed in a commercial lobby wall

To see our full Pental Quartz collection in-person, call the showroom nearest you or email us to make an appointment!

Calacatta Royale Offers Timeless Versatility

by Jogreet Chadha | Jun 23, 2020 | Ideas, Information, Inspiration

After months of cocooning at home, homeowners are restarting remodeling projects that were temporarily paused during the pandemic. Other homeowners who weren’t considering remodeling prior to the pandemic are now eager to renovate — feeling a need for a change of scene. Whichever the situation, when it comes to creating a timeless elegant look in kitchens, bathrooms and entertainment centers, today’s homeowners still favor a true classic: Calacatta marble. That’s just one of the reasons we’re highlighting one of our most popular Calacattas – Calacatta Royale – as the ‘Stone of the Moment.’

Homeowners and designers enamored by the look of traditional Calacatta will appreciate the bright background and distinct grey veining of Calacatta Royale. And no two are alike: some IRG shipments feature thick light veining while others showcase thin, bold lines that create intense drama – especially when book-matched. Either way, the material is an accepted symbol of sophistication, classic elegance, and perennial popularity.

calacatta royale honed marble slab — Calacatta Royale Honed 122×82

calacatta royale polished marble slab — Calacatta Royale Honed 122×82

SF Home Combines Warm Oak with Calacatta Royale

In her Vallejo Street project, designer Alison Pickart worked with Sutro Architects to pair IRG’s Calacatta Royale with light oak cabinets in a stunning modern kitchen that complements views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Oak cabinetry adds a soft layer of warmth to the book-matched slabs used on the waterfall island, perimeter countertops and full backsplash – all the while maintaining a crisp and clean palette.

calacatta royale marble kitchen backsplash — **Photography by Aaron Leitz**

calacatta royale marble kitchen — **Photography by Aaron Leitz**

Calacatta Royale slabs are innovatively used in the home’s main bathroom. Pickart wasted no inch of the high-end Calacatta Royale by working with Design Line Construction to showcase the material’s beautiful veining in three different manners: vanity countertop, custom tile backsplash and shower border. The result is a truly elegant space that does the name ‘Royale’ justice.

calacatta backsplash tile and vanity — **Photography by Aaron Leitz**

calacatta tile and vanity — **Photography by Aaron Leitz**

Designing with Calacatta

Part of Calacatta’s popularity can be attributed to the countless design opportunities the marble offers, since the neutrality of white and grey allows for easy coordination of décor and design elements. Calacatta Royale marble adds a complementary beauty to traditional kitchens while leaving plenty of options for unique and out-of-the-box designs.

Let IRG Sales Associates help you visualize this exquisite material in your space, taking into consideration variations in each slab and your space-specific needs. With our large selection of unique Calacatta Royale shipments, homeowners and designers will find ample slabs to choose from to create a stunning space for the ages.

As with any natural stone, shipments vary depending upon the area of the quarry from which the slabs were cut from. If you love the look of Calacatta Royale, you may also like our selection of high-end Calacattas that include Calacatta Majestic, Calacatta Nobilis and Calacatta Medici which can be viewed here. While these exclusive white marbles are not considered low-cost, the result is functional beauty and elegance that lasts a lifetime and adds value to your home.

IRG Owner & Renel Brooks-Moon on BLM

by Jogreet Chadha | Jun 22, 2020 | Information

Owner Dilmohan Chadha recently spoke with IRG Spokeswoman (and famed baseball announcer) Renel Brooks-Moon over Zoom to show solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. Renel is IRG’s voice on the radio and is known for her time as a host on several SF radio stations and her social activism in the Bay Area.

Watch their conversation and access resources below.

About the Equal Justice Society

The Equal Justice Society is working to transform the nation’s conversation on race through law, social science and the arts. Led by President Eva Paterson, the Oakland-based organization aims to broaden conceptions of present-day discrimination to include unconscious and structural bias by using social science, structural analysis, and real-life experience.

Click here to learn more about the Equal Justice Society’s mission and their work.

Additional Resources and Organizations

ACLU Northern California (Policy Org)

National Lawyers Guild San Francisco (Legal Org)

Black Interior Designers Network (Design Org)

Black Artists + Designers Guild Directory (Design Org)

Being a Black Interior Designer Today (Architectural Digest Article)

Diversify Your Social Media Feed with Black Designers (House Beautiful Article)