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Onyx: past, present or future of interior design? Onyx is undoubtedly an evergreen material. Its uses have changed over time following the various trends that were dictated by historical periods: starting from prehistoric times, man used onyx to create sharp objects and jewelry. In Egypt it was used for the construction of the temples and in the early 1900s to craft vases and tubs. Today onyx is mainly used for floors or backlit walls.
What are the possible inspirations for onyx furnishings and architectural applications in the luxury and bespoke furnishings field? Backlit walls, points of light, furnishing furniture Onyx can satisfy even the most demanding customers by reconciling aesthetic taste and functionality.
Which are the most requested colors, textures and veins? The choice of color depends on the project. Usually customers tend to prefere light colors, to deliver elegance and neatness. A white onyx flooring, for example, makes the environment brighter. White is certainly the most requested color, but it is also the most difficult to find.
Onyx is a suitable material for furnishing accessories and backlit interior design elements, such as windows, ceilings and walls.
A bathtub made of onyx placed in the entrance of the Marmi Lanza headquarters.