Business of Design Caesarstone's Empira Black makes a matte statement and sets the scene for fixtures in a similar finish. (Image: Caesarstone) Soft Touch Matte black is having a moment in the kitchen and bath arena. The finish is popping up everywhere from faucets and sinks to switch plates and surfaces and its popularity is expected to grow as homeowners look to refresh spaces they've spent so much time in this past year. The treatment lends a much softer appeal to a color that can take a very contemporary and cool turn when featured in a more glossy finish. It also fits well with the desire for spaces that are calming and organic. In the ancient practice of feng shui, black is associated with the water element and therefore lends a sense of flow and renewal to a space. It also symbolizes abundance, a notion that resonates eternally but has perhaps received more focus than usual of late. Electricity collection of switches and outlets by Buster + Punch. (Image: Buster + Punch) 378_025_i+D Nov.Dec 2020_vf.indd 22 2020-11-30 15:43https://www.couverturecovers.com/ https://www.couverturecovers.com/