"Some retro trends, like carpeted bathrooms, truly belong in the past: been there, done that, never again. Others never really disappear. They stick around for generations, coming in and going out of fashion. Terrazzo falls into the second category. They're the bootcut jeans of the interior design universe, the polka dots of tile patterns - they look like they belong in another era, but are always on the brink of a comeback."
"Terrazzo tiles or countertops are made by setting tiny chips of stone or glass in cement or resin. The end product, polished and speckled, is both unique (no two pieces will be exactly the same) and extremely durable. The origins of the technique can be traced back to 16th-century Venice, when artisans and craftsmen used to use leftover pieces of marble to create decorative flooring for their terraces. In terms of material and technique, we've come a long way since."
Terrazzo countertops are poised for a major resurgence in 2026, reappearing as a fashionable choice for kitchens. The material offers a natural, organic texture that can add a sense of quiet luxury while allowing for refined color statements. Terrazzo embodies craftsmanship, longevity, and playfulness, and it can be sustainable and low-maintenance while introducing pattern without overwhelming a space. Terrazzo is produced by embedding chips of stone or glass into cement or resin and polishing the surface, creating durable, one-of-a-kind pieces with roots in 16th-century Venetian craftsmanship.
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