Demand for design services in May saw few signs of rebounding following a record drop in billings the month prior, according to a new report today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).

The U.S. International Trade Commission (“ITC”) voted unanimously (5-0) that the domestic U.S. industry was injured because of unfairly traded imports of quartz surface products from India and Turkey in response to petitions filed by domestic producer Cambria. 

Vadara Quartz is actively seeking distributors within the Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon), Rocky Mountains (Colorado, Utah), and Mid-Atlantic (Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, DC Metro) regions.

Vadara Quartz and Ace Granite are pleased to announce their expanded distribution partnership. Under the agreement, Ace Granite, proprietary distributor for Vadara Quartz in Florida, will become the dedicated provider in North and South Carolina with their Charlotte, NC facility serving as the hub for these regions.

Beautifully engineered to offer the authentic look and feel of natural stone, Terrado from MSI is the affordable luxury option that brings your sophisticated design to life.

As spring gives way to summer, with most of the world’s population currently confined to their households, thoughts turn towards home improvements. A stunning outdoor renovation might be at the top of that list.

earlman Group, the leading omni-channel developer and specialty distributor of supplies, tools and equipment used in the fabrication and maintenance of hard surfaces for residential, commercial and industrial end-markets, announced today that the Company’s CEO, Scott McLendon, has appointed Mark Simon as Vice President of Sales and Amy Lutz as Director of E-Commerce & Marketing.

In the wake the coronavirus crisis, many healthcare and assisted living facilities are still in short supply of personal protective equipment (PPE). Illinois Brick Company (IBC), a distributor of brick and masonry materials, took action to help local organizations by making a donation to King-Bruwaert House.

BLANCO has announced new leadership appointments for key executives in its North American region along with the addition of a new Vice President of Sales & Marketing for the U.S. market.

Buechel Stone Corporation purchased the assets of Pray Stone Company in Winfield, Kansas. Pray Stone was Buechel Stone’s vendor for Silverdale and Aged Parchment blocks used in their cut stone operation. This purchase includes all assets, land leases, and customer lists currently maintained by Pray Stone.