“One of the most important elements is the kitchen counter,” says architect Iana Vicq. “We presented a tiled island with a tiled countertop but they wanted something more practical as they cook so often, so we decided to use a Corian countertop.” The high-performance surface cost $5,750. Photo 3 of 11 in Budget Breakdown: $91K and Vintage Flair Revive a Flat in One of Paris’s Coolest Buildings

Budget Breakdown: $91K and Vintage Flair Revive a Flat in One of Paris’s Coolest Buildings

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"One of the most important elements is the kitchen counter," says architect Iana Vicq. "We presented a tiled island with a tiled countertop, but they wanted something more practical as they cook so often. So we decided to use a Corian countertop." The high-performance surface cost $5,750.