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Nightcrawler quartz composite (I believe that is what you are talking about) has been around for years - there is nothing new about it and it was introduced to us long ago - it is a manufactured composit that tries to mimic polished granite. Quartz composite often tries to mimic some of the less expensive granite patterns but in no way compares to the really unique granite that is out there.
One thing about the quartz counter tops is that they don't have to ever be sealed as granite does periodically. I have Silestone in my kitchen and I personally love it! It is composed of 5% resin and 95% quartz stone. With the resin in it one has to still be cautious of hot pots and so forth on the counter top, so the use of a trivet or potholder would be in order.
Also with granite counter tops there has been some scuttlebutt about radon readings being higher in these homes. With that and the sealing / maintenance issue of granite...the Silestone was a good choice for me and my lifestyle.
I don't believe in trends in interior design. At my place it's a mix between a lot of different styles but in my opinion it goes together well. -- nice designer furniture
Ya know...I don't really follow the trends as they come and go either. I try to furnish my home with things that I love! Things collected over a lifetime of gathering. Treasured pieces that have been picked up on vacation or in an antique shop...something on the unique side tends to be my favorite! The point being...if you constantly surround yourself with things you love...it will never get old or go out of style. It will always seem comfortable, warm and inviting...and hopefully make you smile as you cozy up in that favorite chair with your favorite throw!
I too, get very tired of all the textured walls. We call it "orange peel" out here. The mark of cheapness, because a nice smooth wall takes some skill with the drywall contractor. Makes it a monumental chore to get one smooth if a person wanted wallpaper.
I'm going against the trends and re-doing my home with furniture from the 1960',s 1970's version of Early American style.
You can pick this furniture up cheap second hand because just about every one thinks it's ugly. But most pieces are made of solid wood, and were American made. They will last forever.
I brought a coffee table home of this style just yesterday from the Salvation Army ($15.00). My daughter's reaction was "ugh".
For a long time, people thought mid-century styles were ugly too. Now, it's all the rage, and many of the new styles in furnishings borrow form that period.
I'm going against the trends and re-doing my home with furniture from the 1960',s 1970's version of Early American style.
You can pick this furniture up cheap second hand because just about every one thinks it's ugly. But most pieces are made of solid wood, and were American made. They will last forever.
I brought a coffee table home of this style just yesterday from the Salvation Army ($15.00). My daughter's reaction was "ugh".
For a long time, people thought mid-century styles were ugly too. Now, it's all the rage, and many of the new styles in furnishings borrow form that period.
Don't follow, be creative.
You're probably wayyyyy ahead of the curve. Hang onto your well-made pieces and you'll make a mint on ebay as gen-y hits their 40s. LOL.
I agree with Chango "I'm thinking people will spend less on more expensive things like travel/vacations, big ticket items but will put more money into their homes to make them feel better about depreciating values and their increased time spent at home."
I recently have been doing up my house instead of going away this summer.
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