Viola Marble Is the Eye-Grabbing Look You’re Seeing Everywhere
Big and bold or small but striking, Viola makes an impression wherever it appears.
When browsing kitchens and baths on TikTok or Instagram, you’ve likely noticed a proliferation of boldly veined marble taking over your feed. If you are intrigued by this statement-making stone, let us introduce you to Calacatta Viola marble.
The marble’s bold colors and striking pattern are enough to stop your social scroll and make you consider whether this material might be right for your renovation.
What Is Viola Marble and Why Are We Seeing It Everywhere?
Calacatta Viola is a type of marble that comes from Italy. It’s known for its dramatic purple-tinged veining on a white background. The stone is strong and durable, making it suitable for a variety of applications. Perhaps not surprisingly, this beautiful marble tends to be on the pricy side.
We have good news if you want to know more about Viola marble. We spoke to a designer to give us the lowdown on exactly what this stone is, where it comes from, and how you can use it in your home in ways big and small.
Meet Our Expert
Nancy Evars is CEO of Evars Collective, a boutique showroom for designers containing a curated collection of artisanal lines, and DECORATE by Nancy Evars, an interior design business in California.
“Viola marble is our favorite statement marble. It stops people in their tracks because it is so very stunning. The color, the movement, everything is unique,” explains Nancy Evars of Evars Collective and DECORATE by Nancy Evars.
While this stone is a standout, the classic beauty of natural materials will stand the test of time.
“Years ago, we spotted a vanity in Waterworks with Viola marble and used it in a powder room in one of our projects. When we opened the Evars Collective showroom, we knew it was the only stone we would source for our statement-making champagne bar. It is big right now because it is timeless. The powder room we designed around it was five years ago, and it is still just as beautiful today,” Evers says.
Viola marble is in line with many of the maximalist trends we’re seeing now, but it can also work as a pop of color and pattern in a minimal room. Of course, it looks great on social media, making it perfect for a viral photo or a beautiful magazine spread.
How to Use Viola Marble in Your Home
Choosing a stone to center a design scheme around is a big commitment, especially when the marble has such a standout pattern. While it can feel safer to go with a neutral, fear shouldn’t keep you from choosing design elements you adore. There are ways to use this marble without it dominating your space if that concerns you.
"“If homeowners love Viola marble as much as we do but fear going too bold for say, an island slab, consider using it in a powder room, built-in bar, or butler’s pantry. Smaller spaces become dramatic with a statement stone like Viola.”"
Nancy Evars, Evars Collective
Using the marble in a small space is also a great way to get a bang for your buck while creating a high-impact design moment.
However, if you’re ready to go big and bold, highlight the marble as a central feature in your space. One of the best ways to appreciate the uniqueness of the stone is to have a large expanse of it to enjoy the beautiful veining. Because of this, using it as a kitchen countertop or backsplash is a perfect use. When paired with white cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances, this marble is a modern masterpiece.
Tips
While Viola’s design may look delicate, it’s incredibly durable. Try it in a bathroom where it works as a vanity or can serve as tile in a shower or flooring.
When we hear marble, we typically think of kitchens and baths, but if you want to take an unexpected spin on this stone, use it around a fireplace. This adventurous choice is a daring addition to any living or dining room. Whether you go with a traditional mantle or a bold oversized surround, Viola can work for different types of decor. Of course, you can always do what Nancy Evars did and create an incredible bar for entertaining.
If you adore this marble as much as we do, you can find a place in your home where it will be a perfect fit, whether big and bold or small but striking.
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