terrazzo
noun
ter·raz·zo
tə-ˈra-(ˌ)zō 
-ˈrät-(ˌ)sō
-ˈrät-(ˌ)sō
: a mosaic flooring consisting of small pieces of marble or granite set in mortar and given a high polish
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Traditional terrazzo flooring remains intact, while concrete walls and a stainless steel chef-grade kitchen bring a modern spin.
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Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Wiseman also made an eye-catching mirror for the terrazzo-floored powder room.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2026
From colorful terrazzo to skirted sinks and small-format tiles, what's old is new again.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Jan. 2026
Inspired by its history and forest setting, the interiors take cues from hunting lodges, but with a high-end twist provided by terrazzo flooring, stunning light fixtures, plush furnishings, and a moody color palette.
—Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
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Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Wiseman also made an eye-catching mirror for the terrazzo-floored powder room.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2026
From colorful terrazzo to skirted sinks and small-format tiles, what's old is new again.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Jan. 2026
Inspired by its history and forest setting, the interiors take cues from hunting lodges, but with a high-end twist provided by terrazzo flooring, stunning light fixtures, plush furnishings, and a moody color palette.
—Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
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“Terrazzo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/terrazzo. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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