The design of an upscale residence in Kona, HI, combines Italian
floor tile and mosaics with reclaimed Teak wood and lava rock for
a soothing and chic living space.
For the master bath of an upscale San Francisco, CA home, the design uses an innovative application of Carrara marble to create a visual centerpiece for the space.
The use of terra-cotta tile and local Duke Stone for the exterior design of a new parking garage at Duke University maintains campus tradition while adding a modern twist.
Last month, I attended a session of the Marble Institute of America/Stone World education series in Boston, MA, where I also moderated a Fabricator Forum.
Designed by Robin Wilson Home of New York, NY, the Kennedy Green House -- located in Mount Kisco, NY -- exemplifies an eco-friendly design with the use of recycled stone and quartz products.
Ann Sacks, a leading manufacturer and distributor of tile, stone and plumbing products, introduced a new metallic-colored and pillowed mosaic to its Context Collection as part of its line-up at the 2011 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas.
In 2010, Yaacov Hemed developed his own line of highly original, artisan tiles that could be customized for his clients, as well as for other home builders, interior designers and architects.
A few weeks ago, I attended a session of the Marble Institute of America/Stone World education series in Boston, MA, where I also moderated a Fabricator Forum.
I know it is a strange headline for an editor's column, but I am looking to draw attention to Stone World's new Web site -- www.StoneWorld.com -- because I think it is the most comprehensive source for stone industry information that you can find.