In a changing marketplace, Instile Stone Corp. has placed its focus on design products, exotic materials, fabrication and architectural work.

The Natural Stone Council carried a major presence at the American Institute of Architect National Convention and Expo, with a large-scale booth housing a full spectrum of stonework.

Although Indian stone exports to the U.S. have increased by 650% over the past 10 years, the major players from the early days have gone in very different directions over the past decade.

With little knowledge of the stone industry, two ambitious brothers collaborated to create successful enterprises both in India and the U.S.

Situated where the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center once stood in New York City, the cornerstone of the Freedom Tower was recently placed as a symbol of new life and hope.

MS International has grown from a supplier of Indian stone to one of the largest distributors in the nation, with a selection of natural stone from around the world.

Varying sized tiles of multicolor slate from India created a natural-looking floor pattern with texture and character in the new offices of Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc.

Green Gold slate from India was a perfect match in the design criteria for the new Mark Garrison hair salon in New York City.

The first edition of Natural Stone 2004 will take place in Istanbul, Turkey, from September 2 to 5 of this year.

Although the past decade has brought about changes and expansion for Lotus Natural Stone, the company has kept the same ideals throughout.