Recently Italian Marble and Granite had the privilege to work on the Buffalo Home and Garden Show with the Interior Design Association of Western New York. The Interior Design Association completed an entire 1000 square foot pre fabricated home that was staged on the second floor of the Buffalo Convention Center. The home was decorated beautifully by many of the designers and strategic partners of the Interior Design Association. The bedroom furnishings were supplied by Ethan Allen. The living room and dining room was completed by Kittinger Furniture. Italian Marble and Granite completed the kitchen with Creative Storage. The countertops were a white quartz from Q-Stone, a Quartz supplier. Creative Storage supplied white cabinets that were innovative and maximized the space and storage.
The Buffalo Home and Garden Show is a great way to get ideas for your home and see some of the latest trends. Make sure to check it out next year!
Below is a video that details our production process here at Italian Marble & Granite. Before this technology, which is shown in the video, we used cardboard templates and cut granite by hand. Technology has definitely changed for the better!
Have you ever watched the show Million Dollar Room on HGTV? It is a great show to get ideas. Although many of us cannot afford all the wonderful things in these houses there are cheaper options. I have watched this show and gotten wonderful ideas.
Get ideas on how to design your bathrooms- jacuzzi or soaking tub, shower, dual vanities
Many times kitchens are featured on the show- I have seen Lava counters, granite, marble, and concrete counter tops
Patios- Although some of these patios are very elaborate you can get an idea if you would like yours to look something that it. Do you want a pool, bar, cabana
The color tones of different houses
Although some of these things may see far-fetched for most of us, I highly recommend watching the show. It will give you wonderful ideas for that next project you are doing.
Roughly six months ago Hotel @ The Lafayette was opened in Buffalo, New York. Hotel Lafayette is a historical building that was just recently restored. Now it is the home to 57 hotel rooms, residents, banquet spaces, restaurants, desserts, floral shop, and other boutiques.
For a little history lesson, the historic building was designed by Louise Bethune, the first female architect to be recognized in the United States. Hotel Lafayette was built between 1902- 1911 by the architectural firm, Bethune,Bethune, & Fuchs of Buffalo. The hotel still showcases the French Renaissance style of architecture that is original to the building.
Helping the restoration process was wonderful. We are so grateful to be giving the opportunity to work in this historic landmark.
Have you heard of the Houzz app/website? We love this website/app. The Houzz website/app is a home design and remodeling platform that assists people in finding products or ideas. By connecting designers, homeowners, and professionals from around the world individuals can become inspired about their next project.
How does is work:
Search a database of photos to get ideas, and then add them to an “ideabook” where you can store the ideas with notes.
Connect with professionals. Find a professional that you can relate to and connect with them to ask questions about their work.
“Increase your expose”- “Homewoners can turn their ideas into reality” by communicating them to professionals.
Helps with clients – Houzz helps to create an ideabook to show clients
As many may know people are not moving to Buffalo, but rather away. Buffalo is truly a wonderful place and many residents will agree. So why is Buffalo a wonderful place to buy a house?
Houses are cheaper in Western New York
Western New York Residents get to experience all the seasons:Yes we do get snow, but it is not as bad as people say
Close to Canada: Buffalo is a two-hour drive from Toronto which is one of the largest cities in Canada
Niagara Falls: Buffalo has Niagara Falls which is one of the greatest wonders of the world
Transportation: Buffalo has an International Airport and very little traffic
Food: Buffalo is known for having great food and a great variety
Night Life: If you are looking for bars or Broadway productions, Buffalo has it
People: The people of Buffalo are truly amazing because of their small town mentality
This is not directly about granite or marble. But, rather the great town we operate in. The Buffalo Community is truly the best and we are thrilled to be a part of it.
