normandy, Author at Normandy Remodeling

“When selecting a countertop, you not only have to pick a material you like and the color, you also have to pick a finish,” says Normandy Designer Laura Barber. “The top three finishes (in order of popularity) that I’m seeing in the industry are:

1. Polished. This is going to be the most common, having a smooth, glossy feeling and shine to it. It’s going to require the least maintenance out of the three finishes I’ve listed here.

2. Honed. Going with a honed finish will also give you a very smooth finish, but instead of the glossy look and feel, it’s going to be more of a matte finish and feel.

3. Leathered/Antiqued. This finish is applied after honing the countertop and will give you a very textured look and feel. It does require more maintenance than the other finishes I mentioned because it’s more porous.”

Contact Laura to discuss your kitchen remodeling ideas and learn which countertop would suit your family.

“The goal of this second floor bedroom and bathroom space was to create an elegant and functional master suite, with a hint of vintage glam,” says our Normandy Design Team. “To achieve that we used rich tones throughout the space, complemented by touches of glitz. For instance, the arched French doors to the bathroom are inset with antique glass mirrors and there’s beautiful chandeliers in the bedroom and bathroom.”

“We utilized a space right off the bedroom as a cozy sitting area next to the fireplace, it’s just perfect for lounging before bed,” noted our team. “There’s an arch detail between the bedroom and sitting area that’s repeated throughout the entire space, along with intricate crown molding. One of my favorite elements is the arched, barreled ceiling over the freestanding tub that’s tiled in translucent glass; it reflects the light differently throughout the day creating a stunning focal point in the bathroom. There’s also beautiful oak hardwood flooring that flows from the master bedroom to the master bathroom and on into the dressing room – adding more rich tones to the space.”

“Overall the space achieved the homeowners goals, from having designated areas for personal space to custom shelving in the closets to fully utilize them,” says our team. “It’s the details of the space, like the arches and antique mirror insets on the doors that make the final results so breathtaking.” The homeowner also enlisted assistance from Jill Renner Design for the finishing touches of this project.

If you are contemplating creating a master suite retreat in your home, you can set up a time with one of our Designers to talk about the possibilities. You can also learn more about bathrooms and other remodeling projects at an upcoming workshop. Check out the photo gallery or follow Normandy Remodeling on Facebook and Instagram for even more home tips and inspiration.