3 / 5: The kitchens in BlueStone Lofts feature stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, a microwave and track lighting. (Steve Kuchera / [email protected]) ...

Bluestone offers very limited color and style choices, but it’s very uniform, which is a plus for a consistent look. Marie Flanigan chose the material for this Texas lake house’s kitchen island.

These homes are exceptionally spacious, and brimming with extras, such as Poggenpohl kitchens with bluestone countertops and appliances from Sub-Zero and Bosch. Baths are done in water-glass tiling.