Michelle Keegan and husband Mark Wright have long had inner goals and have never shied away from sharing their beautiful home with fans through their joint Instagram home account. Although the two aren't posting as actively as they used to, we still get a glimpse into their amazing kitchen through Mark's long-awaited cooking videos.
The couple's home has always exuded sophistication, and their gorgeous marble worktops immediately caught our attention. It features a striking striped pattern that makes the worktop look like it's made of wood. Establishing itself as a timeless kitchen trend, this worktop choice perfectly complements Michelle and Mark's dark kitchen color scheme.
“By choosing a striking Cappuccino marble worktop, Mark Wright injected texture and a free color palette that perfectly complemented the dark cabinetry and neutral walls,” says AMC Design Founder and Founder of AMC Design. Ann Marie Cousins, an interior designer, says: Adding interest and elegance to your cooking space, it's no wonder marble is a popular kitchen worktop finish.
“Perhaps the most desirable worktop, marble looks absolutely stunning in any style of kitchen, like here,” added Richard Davonport, managing director of luxury bespoke kitchen designer Davonport. “Mark's worktop has a very unusual color and striped pattern, but neutral colors like beige, brown and linen are on trend so it will blend well with the rest of the kitchen decor.”
Elliott Fairley, head of product at Bushboard, further commented: “Mark Wright's worktops demonstrate how the use of distinctive marble can make a statement in your kitchen.” Stripes are incredibly unique, with a mix of warm and dark tones, as well as natural patterns and imperfections. ”
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Needless to say, Elliott notes that the pair's chosen marble worktops “compliment well with the dark cabinetry and neutral wall color, creating a striking yet neutral color palette that is clearly inspired by nature.” “I have,” he added.
The dark kitchen trend has been all the rage lately and has been spotted in multiple celebrity homes. We're seeing people move away more and more from the “safe” all-white kitchens that once dominated this space. Mark and Michelle's kitchen successfully makes this transition by adopting warm, moody hues without going completely black. kitchen.
How to disguise the appearance of marble
“The surface is likely to be hard marble, and that comes with a high price tag,” Elliott prefaces. “If you're looking for a cost-effective option, laminate and compact laminate surfaces are great choices. Advances in these materials mean you have the option to seamlessly replicate solid materials such as marble, saving you money. You will be able to achieve your desired look while still being able to achieve your desired look.”
Alternatively, Richard suggests using quartz or porcelain to recreate the look of marble without the price tag. Even better, choosing these more affordable materials will also make maintenance easier, considering marble is not stain-resistant and requires regular professional sealing.
Or, as another option, Darren Watts, showroom development and design director at Wren Kitchens, even suggests “considering wood worktops, as the wood grain provides the same effect as some wood worktops.” Masu.
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Overall, regardless of your worktop choice, Anne-Marie recommends thinking about how much time you'll be at home. “If that's your forever home, it might be worth reaching for durable stone or quartz countertops that will last the distance.”
“But if you're looking to take the next step in a few years, go for a more economical choice, like buying a used kitchen countertop, like Formica. Or, if you're lucky, it's just the right size. You might even be able to find stone scraps.”
That way you can achieve the look of Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright's luxury kitchen in your home without any additional costs.
