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Locally sourced stone earns LEED credits

New Mexico travertine was not only chosen for the new Center for the Arts at New Mexico State University for its quality, but also for the quarry’s close proximity to the project site, which achieved LEED credit for regional materials

Jennifer Richinelli

July 7, 2014

With a unique curved stone exterior, the Center for the Arts at New Mexico State University (NMSU) in Las Cruces, NM, was designed to achieve LEED credit and to create cohesion among the school’s art facilities.

Fabricator Forum: Issues & Solutions

At this Fabricator Forum, which was conducted at Coverings 2014 in Las Vegas, NV, fabricators discussed various issues that they are dealing with today and ways they have developed to overcome them

Jennifer Richinelli

Jason Kamery

July 7, 2014

A large group of fabricators came together to participate in a Fabricator Forum at Coverings in Las Vegas, NV, this past spring. The discussion covered everything from pricing to overtime for employees to fabricating some of the latest products such as porcelain slabs.

3D digital templating produces exclusive stone surfaces

Innovative measurement technology speeds turnaround time and simplifies the installation of custom countertops and other high-end stonework for kitchens, baths and staircases for Patrona Marble and Granite of Lake Worth, FL

July 7, 2014

Working with top grade exotic materials to create custom stone surfaces requires the utmost skill and precision.

Digital technology proves formula for success

After converting to digital technology almost five years ago, YK Stone Center Inc. in Denver, CO, has seen a considerable increase in production as well as efficiency and quality control

Heather Fiore

June 3, 2014

Located in the heart of Colorado is a family owned and operated business, YK Stone Center Inc., which specializes in the design, fabrication and installation of natural materials, such as granite, marble, travertine, quartz, stone tile and glass mosaic tile.

Forum: CNC Technology

Jennifer Richinelli

June 3, 2014

In this fabricator discussion, members of the Stone Fabricators Alliance (SFA) share their experiences with CNC technology.

MSI hosts New Jersey Stone Summit

The MIA/Stone World New Jersey Stone Summit offered guidance and advice to fabricators on how to handle some of the current issues facing them today

Jennifer Richinelli

Heather Fiore

June 3, 2014

On April 8, 2014 MS International, Inc. (MSI) hosted the New Jersey Stone Summit, an event that’s part of the Stone World/MIA education series, which was held at MSI’s showroom and distribution center in Edison, NJ.

Quartz adds modern touch to lakeside home in Washington State

A variety of Caesarstone quartz surfacing was employed to create a timeless, yet modern feel for an upscale residence in Washington state

Heather Fiore

June 3, 2014

In the prestigious community of Gig Harbor, WA, a variety of Caesarstone quartz, accented by woods and concrete, was recently utilized to create a retro contemporary home, which incorporates modern elements and rustic touches.

Rebuilding from the ground up

After a devastating house fire, a Los Angeles family vows to create a stunning eco-friendly new home — featuring Silestone quartz surfacing

Sara Garafalo

June 3, 2014

On Christmas Day in 2011, Steven and Cindy Ambers’ house in Los Angeles, CA, was destroyed beyond repair by a tragic kitchen fire.

The 2014 Marble Institute of America (MIA) quarry

MIA quarry tour explores Georgia stone quarries

The Marble Institute of America’s 2014 quarry tour — including stone professionals from 15 states — headed to Elberton and Tate, GA, for the first time to witness both historic and modern day stone production

June 3, 2014

For years, the Marble Institute of America (MIA) has led study tours to quarries around the U.S., Canada and abroad.

Studying in the Southern Hemisphere

For the first time, Veronafiere extended its Marmomacc Stone Academy to Brazil with its “Designing with Natural Stone — Brazil” program, which was held during the 2014 Vitória Stone Fair