For a newly constructed home perched on the rolling hills of the small suburb, a local designer was enlisted to create a space that was reminiscent of the country, but also ecologically friendly.

The 2017 edition of Coverings, the annual international trade fair and expo dedicated exclusively to showcasing the newest in ceramic tile and natural stone, heads back to Orlando, FL, this spring with a fresh image and under new management.

While walking through the bustling exhibit hall at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV, during The International Surface Event (TISE), it was evident business is picking up for members of the stone industry.

Once again a contingency of fabricators came together during The International Surface Event, which was held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center from January 18 to 20, 2017, to participate in a Fabricator Forum.

Business was going great for Sharon until the night of February 17, 2004. “I went to bed that night only to be awoken by a huge explosion,” said Re. “In a heartbeat, my entire shop, the trucks, forklifts, the office, etc. — everything was gone in one second.

Thinking outside the box, Huffines Communities created an entry way designed to utilize the space in the front of the community, as well as camouflaging unsightly urban amenities.

Michael L. Emerson wanted to create a memorial that would honor and remember all of the heroes of 9/11, along with firefighters and police, and the veterans from the Hayward, CA, area that have been killed in the line of duty. 

A custom home in Wimberley, TX, features Texas limestone, quarried from its own property, throughout its exterior and interior design.

Scheduled from March 6 to 9, 2017 in Xiamen, China, the Xiamen International Stone Fair continues to build upon its success and strengthen its position as a leading educational and networking event for stone industry professionals.

Granite City of Eagle River, AK, was founded 11 years ago by current president, Matt Hickey, and vice president/general manager, Barry Anderson. They remain the owners today, along with treasurer, Melissa Hickey.