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When I attended my first StonExpo and Coverings back in the late ‘90s, there wasn’t an overwhelming number of women in the stone industry. It has been nice to see how times have evolved, and many more women are actively involved. 

Italian and Spanish porcelain tile create inviting and modern basement design.

ROCKin’teriors owner, Laura Grandlienard, discusses how she transitioned from the corporate world to the stone world.

Andrea (Andi) Carlson Claus is a senior account representative at Mont Surfaces in Grand Rapids, MI, and recipient of a 2021 Women in Stone Empowerment Scholarship. 

Coldspring^® – the leading quarrier and fabricator of natural stone and bronze manufacturing in North America – is proud to announce the company has received two Pinnacle Awards of Excellence from the Natural Stone Institute (NSI) in the Commercial Exterior category. The two award-winning projects include the Charles Library at Temple University in Philadelphia, and Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, MI. 

Discover the latest trends in kitchen and bath design.

The start of a New Year usually comes with New Year’s resolutions. People are often motivated to make a positive change in their lives, such as lose weight, exercise more, get better organized, etc.

Stephanie Smith, owner of Classic Designs Unlimited Inc. in Calabash, NC, helped a couple of homeowners transform their outdated master bathroom into a tranquil escape.

Patterns, textures and shades of blue and green are characterizing the newest tile collections from leading manufacturers.

From raised geometric patterns to leather and anti-slip finishes, there is a great deal to be said about textured tile surfaces. Leading manufacturers are offering a host of finishes – meeting both aesthetic and functional purposes. Here are a few comments about the latest technology in this arena.