Jennifer Richinelli

Stone Column: Strategizing for the future

July 6, 2020

All of us have certainly been adapting to a significant amount of change lately. Obviously, most of it has been brought on by the pandemic that has halted us in our tracks and turned our world upside during the past several months.

A rising young stone industry rock star

Since starting with Mario & Son of Liberty Lake, WA, 12 years ago, Michaela Steinbach’s work ethic and drive has advanced her career and recognized her as a 2020 Coverings Rock Star winner

Jennifer Richinelli

June 10, 2020

Michaela Steinbach, general manager of Mario & Son in Liberty Lake, WA, was one of 14 winners of the prestigious 2020 Rock Star Awards. The Coverings Rock Star program recognizes emerging leaders in the tile and stone industry by awarding the best and brightest young talent.

Honoring the “Fallen Five”

A tranquil and reflective setting was created in Chattanooga, TN, with Texas limestone and local flagstone for the “Wreath of Honor” – a tribute to five souls who lost their lives in a terrorist attack

Jennifer Richinelli

June 9, 2020

July 16, 2015 is a day that residents of Chattanooga, TN, will never forget. This date marks a tragic domestic terrorist attack on five military personnel, which devastated the city. To honor the five victims, the city of Chattanooga invited artists from around the country to submit design proposals for a memorial.

a private residence in the Texas Hill Country

Referencing local history in Texas limestone

From its perch overlooking the limestone bed of the Blanco River, a Texas dwelling combines Old World style with modern technology as a homage to past skilled artisans in the region

Jennifer Richinelli

June 9, 2020

Designed by A.GRUPPO Architects of San Marcos, TX, a 3,300-square-foot private residence seated on a bluff 100 feet above the Blanco River in the Hill Country of Austin, TX, offers its occupants incredible views to the southwest.

Stone Column: How to “weather the storm”

Jennifer Richinelli

June 1, 2020

As I write this, we in the U.S. are heading into Memorial Day weekend. I have to admit, it’s a bit strange and certainly doesn’t feel like a holiday weekend. The pandemic has gone on long enough for us to have all experienced a mix of emotions and even physical or financial hardships.

On-going efforts to ensure product availability

With the COVID-19 pandemic causing shutdowns and safety concerns, learn about the measures leading suppliers are taking to continue to readily provide materials for all forms of design

Jennifer Richinelli

May 27, 2020

With the COVID-19 pandemic causing shutdowns and safety concerns, learn about the measures leading suppliers are taking to continue to readily provide materials for all forms of design

Forming a kinship with the land in limestone

Optimizing on its location, the homeowners of an Austin, TX, residence chose regional limestone for the residential design – tying it to the hilly countryside and harmonizing with its natural surroundings

Jennifer Richinelli

May 6, 2020

What better setting for a home furnished lavishly in natural stone than one that sits in the hillside among numerous trees and other lush landscape? According to the designer, her clients sought to take advantage of the property’s natural habitat, and locally quarried limestone for the residence’s exterior, as well as various interior applications.

Cosentino shares information about cutting its compact sintered stone

Jennifer Richinelli

May 5, 2020

Dekton, among other alternative stone materials, continues to grow in popularity for applications such as countertops, flooring and both interior and exterior wall cladding. Being a hard dense product, it is crucial that the appropriate tooling is used during the fabrication process.

Stone Column: Embracing technology

Jennifer Richinelli

May 4, 2020

While the importance of technology has become increasingly at the forefront in recent years, it has become a necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Automation and loyal staff establish high-end bathroom remodeler

Advanced technology has allowed Goodson to grow the business and find its niche in producing custom remodel work for luxury homes, as well as mass producing quartz shower bases.

Jennifer Richinelli

May 4, 2020

The company, which is based in Little Rock, AR, has evolved through the years – ultimately becoming a fully automated shop 15 years ago. Advanced technology has allowed Goodson to grow the business and find its niche in producing custom remodel work for luxury homes, as well as mass producing quartz shower bases.

Articles by Jennifer Richinelli

Stone Column: Strategizing for the future

A rising young stone industry rock star

Honoring the “Fallen Five”

Referencing local history in Texas limestone

Stone Column: How to “weather the storm”

On-going efforts to ensure product availability

Forming a kinship with the land in limestone

Cosentino shares information about cutting its compact sintered stone

Stone Column: Embracing technology

Automation and loyal staff establish high-end bathroom remodeler

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