The Opimo Collection by HanStone Quartz, Matterhorn
Sustainable Innovations That Meet Consumer Demand By Brian Kang & Sylvia Yoo A recent study found that countertops are the first
alongside the aesthetic allure, quartzites come with inherent
feature homeowners upgrade during kitchen renovations.
drawbacks such as high costs, demanding maintenance
Approximately 42% of homeowners undertake kitchen
requirements, and limitations in chemical resistance and
renovations for a complete style change, and 29% do so to
fabrication complexity.
enhance the resale value of their homes. These statistics clearly
But what if capturing the essence of quartzites while
indicate a market demand for innovative and irresistibly
addressing these downsides was possible? HanStone Quartz,
attractive designs. In recent years, the quartz trend has
for example, has pushed the boundaries of design to introduce
centered around mimicking Calacatta designs, but today’s
the Opimo Collection, a line that captures the allure and
consumers are yearning for something fresh and exciting.
sophistication associated with quartzite while meeting the
Material manufacturers across the globe are answering the call
durability, chemical resistance, and ease of maintenance that
by innovating extraordinary designs that stand the test of time.
quartz is renowned for.
Best of Both Worlds When it comes to surface materials, the beauty of natural stones, especially quartzites, is hard to beat. However, 30 • Vol. 16 / Issue 4 • International Surface Fabricators Association
This remarkable collection is an outcome of HanStone’s unwavering commitment to innovation, being the first quartzite-looking quartz created leveraging the latest Italian technology. With the implementation of this cutting-edge
