Finding the perfect interior design for your home can be a challenge, but when it comes to a waterfall countertop in your kitchen you’ll undoubtedly be on to a timeless winner!
Waterfall edge benchtops infuse a sense of luxury and practicality into a home and can be a heart-warming addition for family and eye-catching feature for guests.
What Is A Waterfall Countertop And Why is It So Luxurious?
The waterfall edge countertop refers to the sleek and seamless design of a benchtop that seems to cascade over one or more sides of an island or peninsula.
Instead of having sharp, distinct edges where the horizontal bench sits and the vertical column extends, the waterfall design creates a continuous flow from the top to the floor, much like a waterfall would in nature.
This interior design style is making waves in luxury homes for a reason. It looks flawlessly elegant and surprisingly sophisticated yet still minimalist aesthetically. Modern, functional and beautiful there are many benefits to incorporating a waterfall benchtop in a home kitchen.
The Benefits of Waterfall Edge Kitchens
1. Visual Appeal
First and foremost, waterfall edge kitchens look fabulous. The uninterrupted aesthetic creates a focal point that is alluring and captivating without infusing too much design, flair or boldness.
2. Seamless Integration
The inherent seamless nature of the waterfall countertop means that it’s easy to pair it with cabinets or flooring in a way that feels cohesive and effortless. Without visible joints, your entire kitchen will benefit from a clean and polished look.
3. Enhanced Durability
There are practical benefits to consider as well. Without edges and cracks, it offers enhanced durability against wear and tear. Many waterfall designs also offer greater structural integrity thanks to the lack of joins and pieces.
4. Space Optimisation
Space is always at a premium in kitchens. Waterfall edge kitchens offer a ton of space optimisation solutions. For one thing, you can extend the seating area on the side of the island or peninsula with the waterfall for extra use. You can also turn the internal space into storage facilities. Lastly, the stunning design of the waterfall lends the countertop naturally to being perfect for use unadorned when entertaining guests in style.
How to Redefine Luxury with Waterfall Edge Kitchens
Classic Marble Elegance
When you think elegance and luxury, you can’t help but think of marble. This utterly spectacular natural stone is perfect for use in waterfall edge kitchens. The smooth, subtly veined surface adds a touch of opulence whilst balancing simplicity and sophistication. Not to mention the durability and hardiness of stone for use in a benchtop.
Marble stone is also excellently versatile in design use. It can be paired with everything from dark wooden kitchen cabinetry to gold-finished hardware to achieve a classic, timeless feeling of luxury.
Bold Granite Benchtops
Bold, impactful and beautiful, granite is another natural stone that works amazingly when incorporated in a waterfall countertop. Available in a wide range of captivating patterns and equally impressive colour shades, the right granite slab can elevate a kitchen unbelievably well.
Granite waterfall edge benchtops are particularly well suited when coupled with minimalist cabinetry and or metallic accents. The grainy texture of granite achieves both a contemporary and luxurious aesthetic.
Cutting-Edge Concrete
If you’re interested in a waterfall countertop made of a material other than stone, concrete can be a somewhat unconventional yet considered choice. Especially suited for industrial-design aesthetics, concrete brings a grounded yet minimalist texture to your kitchen’s aesthetic.
Many interior designers favour concrete in kitchen designs heavy with sleek stainless steel appliances and/or open shelving.
Glitzy, Illuminated Quartz
Artificially-engineered quartz waterfall benchtops allow you to incorporate some more glitz and glamour. You can use backlights to bring the entire benchtop to life or opt for a glow of soft LED lights to achieve a translucent and ethereal feel.
While not every home and kitchen will suit the glamour of illuminated waterfall countertops, if it is your preferred style it makes for a truly extravagant visual.
Choosing Your Waterfall Countertop
Choosing the right design and material for your waterfall edge benchtop can be overwhelming. Here are the key elements and features to look for and consider for the ultimate in luxury design and functional experience.
High-Quality Materials
Many people turn to natural stone for their waterfall edge kitchens or other equally high quality material. The countertop is a space where there’s bound to be a lot of activity, so make sure you choose a suitably durable material.
Impeccable Craftsmanship
The key draw of a waterfall countertop is its luxurious beauty. Only settle for the most skilled of craftsmen and installers to ensure the waterfall edge is done just right. At Euro Marble, for example, our team are all extensively experienced and trained to ensure a seamless installation experience as well as a seamless waterfall benchtop.
Complementary Kitchen
You want your kitchen benchtop to stand out for the right reasons. It’s important therefore that you consider the design aesthetic of the rest of your kitchen and your other intended choices when evaluating what sort of waterfall design you’re after.
Thoughtful Design and Layout
A waterfall edge kitchen should enhance your kitchen’s functionality. Think about the layout and flow of the space and consider which edges should be included in the design. Remember, smart storage solutions can always be incorporated as well to help free the area of clutter and assist you in keeping the space as organised as possible.
Lighting Enhancements
Proper lighting can be used very effectively to bring out the best in your countertop. We’re not necessarily talking about LED strips or under-cabinet lighting. Even your regular choice of kitchen lighting should be considered. Think about how it will hero the waterfall design or hinder it.
Personalisation
A luxury kitchen should reflect your preferred style and specific requirements. From the appliances to the range hood and from statement pendant lights to a stunning splashback, there’s a ton of opportunities to customise and personalise your kitchen.
Long-Term Investment
Waterfall edge kitchens are not the cheapest design option. But you need to think of it as a long-term investment in your happiness and in the value of your home. That’s why we recommend choosing timeless designs and materials that won’t become outdated in a few years.
