For today’s homeowners, living spaces reflect personal taste, aesthetic values, and lifestyle choices. In this context, every design detail and material choice becomes more than decoration, it becomes a way to tell their own story.
A completed private penthouse embraces a nature-integrated design language, drawing inspiration from its surrounding landscape: saltwater lagoons, freshwater lakes, and a network of green public spaces is one such project. The project reflects a broader shift in contemporary urban architecture towards environmental responsiveness and sustainable living.
At the heart of the kitchen’s material palette is VICOSTONE® ECO Surfaces, specified for both benchtop and splashback applications. The surface’s white base with bold grey and black veining brings depth and contrast, complementing the restrained and modern aesthetic of the space. Selected not only for its visual impact, it also offers superior durability and a responsible manufacturing process.
VICOSTONE® ECO Surfaces are produced using Breton S.p.A’s patented BiO Quartz Technology, a crystalline silica-free formulation that combines natural and recycled materials while retaining the strength and clarity of traditional engineered stone.
With the use of renewable energy, 100% recycled wastewater, and carefully selected eco-friendly recycled raw materials, Vicostone is committed to supporting the interior design industry in its journey toward a greener future.
The material is certified by SGS Australia for health and occupational safety compliance. Production integrates LNG combustion, heat recovery, and closed-loop water systems to minimize environmental impact.
Slabs are available in two formats: Jumbo (1650 × 3300 mm, 5.445 m²) and Super Jumbo (2007 × 3454 mm, 6.932 m²) ensuring efficient installation with minimal joins. The stone exhibits high hardness, scratch resistance, water resistance, and ease of maintenance – attributes suited to both residential and commercial interiors.
The inclusion of VICOSTONE® ECO Surfaces in this project underscores the alignment between functional performance, sustainability, and refined aesthetics, demonstrating how design excellence can go hand in hand with environmental responsibility.
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