In the leafy suburb of Morningside, this newly renovated kitchen, designed and installed by Align Kitchens, is a calm, confident expression of an accessible home. The choice of "Alibrandi" Arabescato 4D porcelain for the benchtop and splashpiece brings a sense of timeless design into a space created with functionality and visual cohesion in mind.
Why Arabescato 4D Works So Well
Arabescato’s soft white base and intricate grey veining make it one of the most sought-after porcelain surfaces for those who love the look of marble without its upkeep. Kiln-fired in Italy and full-bodied throughout, it brings both beauty and strength to high-use zones like this kitchen. Every edge, cutout and detail carries through the same depth of tone, giving fabricators confidence and designers freedom. The full-body colour allows mitred edges to continue, avoiding pattern-disrupting lines of slabs that do not have the vein permeating the depth of the slab.
Light-Filled Design That Suits the Brisbane Climate
Queensland homes often crave light and air, and this kitchen welcomes on both. With open thoroughfares and a floorplan designed for ease of movement, Arabescato 4D porcelain reflects light across the room, across the benchtop, while maintaining the softness of this luxury space. It works perfectly with the white shaker cabinetry and touches of brushed steel, tying everything together without overwhelming the heart of the home.
Accessibility Thoughtfully Built In
This kitchen is not just beautiful to look at — it’s been crafted for use by all from wheelchair height to standing height. The layout accommodates wheelchair access with details like lowered benchtops, open space beneath work zones and drawers placed for reach and flow.
Meeting the Needs of Designers Fabricators and Homeowners
Designers choose Arabescato 4D for its lasting style and compatibility with modern palettes. Fabricators appreciate its cut performance and the through-body consistency that reduces edge chipping. Homeowners love it for its everyday practicality and the emotional tone it brings to the room — light, calm and refined.
At Story Surfaces, we’re proud to supply premium Italian porcelain to Australia’s most respected designers, fabricators, and builders. This project is a beautiful example of what’s possible when world-class materials meet expert craftsmanship to meet the ideals of design-savvy clients. Design and Project Mgmt by Align Kitchens Brisbane featuring Wheelchair-accessible benchtop heights.
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