Winter in central Ohio brings long hours indoors, where the same walls and rooms can start to feel uninspiring. Losing yourself in a good book offers a brief escape, but it won’t change your surroundings. If your home is ready for an updated look, consider adding a timeless material that’s both distinctive and unexpected—concrete.

Long associated with driveways, foundations, and basement floors, concrete is often valued more for function than form. Today, that perception is changing. Thanks to Elevation Concrete Studio, this ancient building material is being reimagined - bringing fresh character and warmth to contemporary home interiors.

The artisan surfaces created by Elevation are far removed from the rough gray concrete we’re familiar with. “Designer concrete is much more than just cement, sand, and water mixed in a bucket,” says Jeff Mahan, founder of Elevation Concrete Studio and a resident of Dornoch Ct. “Ours is an engineered high-performance casting material that brings durability, versatility, and elegance to every environment.”

Elevation Concrete Studio creates custom, handcrafted concrete surfaces for high-end residential and commercial spaces, including countertops, fireplace surrounds and hearths, bathroom vanities and vessel sinks, coffee and end tables, and outdoor fire features. Through a specialized mix design and carefully selected materials, the concrete is exceptionally durable and remarkably easy to maintain.

With the freedom to blend virtually any color, texture, and finish, each project is unique. This versatility produces a surface with richness and depth often absent from mass-produced surfaces. “That’s what makes artisan concrete so special,” says Mahan. “It offers an unparalleled creative and artistic possibility.” Elevation collaborates with interior designers, architects, and homeowners to bring their vision to life, often surprising clients with the ability to create seamless, oversized, and three-dimensional elements. “This opens up a world of new design options,” says Mahan. 

If you’re considering new surfaces for your interior, Mahan recommends exploring the unique capabilities of concrete. “Countertops, fireplaces, and furniture in our home help define the atmosphere for our living spaces,” he says. “Because it can complement nearly any design style, artisan concrete is a wonderful alternative to quartz, granite, or other stone.” 

When consulting with a concrete artisan, Mahan suggests reviewing their project portfolio, examining sample colors and textures, and checking references from previous clients. “Most importantly,” he adds, “make sure your vision aligns with their style and capabilities.”

Elevation Concrete Studio has a full portfolio available to view on its website and Instagram page. It may not be the most conventional choice for indoor surfaces, but the allure of custom concrete is undeniable.