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Stone Column
Stone Column

The art of natural stone

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
August 1, 2018
We have quite a stunning piece of stone architecture on the cover of this issue. Not only are the complex angles and shape of the building unique, but the hues and striations of the stone itself are pretty incredible. The structure is the James Museum in St. Petersburg, FL.
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2017 Grande Pinnacle Award of Excellence

Natural Stone Institute recognizes 2017 Pinnacle Awards Winners

July 16, 2018

The Pinnacle Awards competition is open to natural stone professionals from around the world. These highly coveted awards, which are presented by the Natural Stone Institute (NSI), are given to projects whose beauty, creativity, ingenuity and craftsmanship exemplify professional mastery in the use of natural stone in commercial and residential applications.


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Lapitec Urban slabs

Lapitec sintered stone elevates office exterior

A newly constructed corporate office in Slovakia sports a fresh sophisticated look with an exterior facade of Lapitec slabs
July 16, 2018
Lapitec Urban slabs, specifically created for large outdoor areas, have been chosen for the new central office of the Bratislava shopping center at the Panorama Business II complex, overlooking the Danube River in Slovakia.
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Floor and wall tile used for The Moon Boutique House

July 10, 2018

In a starry sky, the Moon is a swing amongst the clouds that show the way to travelers. In the city that made the Moon inspiration for Dante’s sonnets, it gives the name to a deluxe hotel a few steps away from the River Arno: The Moon Boutique Hotel.

 


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The Washington Park Tri-Met Station in Portland, OR

Neolith sintered stone modernizes Washington Park train station

After withstanding several stringent tests for durability, Neolith proved to the design team at ZGF Architects that it was the appropriate material choice for the renovation of a metro station in Portland, OR
July 9, 2018
The Washington Park Tri-Met Station is a bustling hub for visitors traveling across Portland, OR. It is the only completely underground station in the Metropolitan Area Express (MAX) system, and at 260 feet below the surface, it is the deepest transit station in the world.
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Craig McMahon, of Craig McMahon Architects, Inc.

Regional Limestone Creates Texas Ranch Retreat

Located two hours away from one of Texas’ largest cities, a ranch was built as a personal retreat for family members and to entertain guests
Jason Kamery
Jason Kamery
June 26, 2018

Located halfway between San Antonio and the Coast of the Gulf of Mexico, “The Ranch” was designed to create a family and guest retreat for the owners. It offers a getaway from the city to enjoy the Texas countryside for ranching, hunting and fishing.


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LEED Silver Certified with Mosaics

LEED Silver Certified with Mosaics

Laminam by Crossville, Inc. was used in amphitheater to celebrate Nashville’s heritage as Music City
June 26, 2018
In the heart of downtown Nashville, TN, a state-of-the-art amphitheater and 11-acre park now welcome the community where a trash-burning, thermal transfer facility once stood.
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Mosaic Tile from Oceanside Glasstile

Mosaic Tile from Oceanside Glasstile Illuminates Pool, Spa Design

Making a large number of hand cuts, Steve Martin of Martin’s Pool and Spa shares his experience working on a one-of-a-kind mosaic project
Jason Kamery
Jason Kamery
June 26, 2018
Steve Martin from Martin’s Pool and Spa, and part of the Tributary Revelation Group, was selected by Jeremy Collis, RLA of Outer Elements by NWGP, Inc. to install the tile for a pool restoration, as well as lending his swimming pool design and construction expertise.
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stone sculpture in downtown Dayton Metro Library in Dayton, OH

Stone Sculpture Captures Spirit of Public Service in Dayton, OH

John Barlow Hudson was commissioned for a monument dedicated for those who helped the community
Jason Kamery
Jason Kamery
June 4, 2018
Located in Dayton, OH, outside the downtown Dayton Metro Library, stands Jon Barlow Hudson’s 8' x 6' x 16" sculpture that captures the spirit of public service. Tim Riordan, a retired city manager for the city of Dayton, wanted to honor the public servants he had worked with during his career.
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