Quartz vs Quartzite vs Marble vs Granite: The 2025 Playbook for Chicago Countertops

When you plan a Chicago kitchen remodel or bathroom renovation, choosing between quartz, quartzite, marble, and granite is one of the most important technical decisions you’ll make. The right material affects day-to-day durability, long-term appearance, and even resale value. This 2025 playbook breaks down...

11. Nov. 2023 / by Chicago Countertop / Inspiration / 0 comments

Backlit Cristallo: How Chicago’s Luxury Homes Are Turning Stone Into Light in 2025

In 2025, luxury homes across the Chicago area are no longer stopping at “nice countertops.”They want drama. They want glow. They want something guests have never seen before. That’s exactly why backlit Cristallo quartzite has exploded in popularity in high-end neighborhoods like Naperville, Hinsdale,...

10. Nov. 2023 / by Chicago Countertop / Accessories / 0 comments

The Rise of the Seamless Island: How Chicago’s Luxury Homes Are Redefining Kitchen Design in 2025Kitchens on a Budget

n 2025, one feature is showing up again and again in luxury listings across Naperville, Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Lake Forest, Northbrook, and even the high-end suburbs around Milwaukee and Madison: A large, seamless kitchen island in quartzite or high-end quartz, designed as the true...