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New expressions in interior design
Due to the endless shapes, colors, sizes and finishes presently available in stone and tile products, interior designs can reflect a broad range of moods and styles to satisfy each space’s requirements.

by Jennifer Adams


A showcase of innovation at Cersaie 2009
Celebrating its 27th edition, Cersaie once again staked its place as one of the world’s largest exhibitions of ceramic tiles and bathroom furnishings by drawing an international crowd of over 83,000 people.

by Alexis Fisher

Stone palette contributes to chic hospitality design
The recent construction of W Hotel’s Miami, FL, location called for abundant amount of stone to maintain the hotel’s stylish reputation.

by Alexis Fisher

A celebration of Dallas culture
Designed by Foster +Partners, the new Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House in Dallas, TX, gives the city a landmark venue for the Dallas Opera as well as range of other cultural programs.

by Michael Reis

Achieving modern luxury on the beach
Local stone materials help provide the El Taj Oceanfront in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, with an elegant and glamorous setting.

by Alexis Fisher

Extensive stone palette defines Las Vegas resort
Among the latest luxury establishments to hit the Las Vegas region is the M Resort, Spa and Casino — located on a 90-acre piece of property on South Las Vegas Boulevard in Henderson, NV. The resort not only attracts guests who are looking to relax, pamper themselves and enjoy Las Vegas nightlife, but it also recently provided the home kitchen to Season 6 contestants on Bravo’s popular television series "Top Chef." Designed and built by Marnell Corrao Associates of Las Vegas, the M Resort is lavishly dressed in Italian marble and Turkish travertine throughout its interior and exterior spaces — creating a warm yet contemporary environment.

by Jennifer Adams
Texas limestone creates old ranch-style home
Perched on a plateau five miles west of Wimberley, TX, a private residence offers its owners sweeping views of the Texas Hill Country. And to create the rural feel that fits with the surrounding landscape, an extensive amount of native Texas limestone was combined with distressed wood for the design.

by Jennifer Adams
21st century “Military Gothic” in Granite
One of the most storied campuses in the country received a prominent new addition this past September with the dedication of Jefferson Hall, the U.S. Military Academy (USMA) Library at West Point, NY. While designed in a 21st century style, the building also pays tribute to the classic designs on campus, including the use of domestic granite for the exterior and interior cladding.

by Michael Reis
European country style achieved with Texas limestone veneer
The homeowners of a private residence in Austin, TX, sought a space that exhibited French/English country influences. And to achieve this desired style, they incorporated regional Texas limestone into the home’s design.

by Jennifer Adams
Porcelain tile contributes to crisp office design
When designing its own workspace, the design firm of MKDA in New York, NY, desired a contemporary clean look. Contributing to this design goal, 24- x 24-inch Celador white porcelain tiles were selected for the flooring in the entrance spaces, including the elevator lobby and reception area.

by Alexis Fisher
Travertine completes modern home design
A recent construction of a private residence in Shelter Island, NY, made extensive use of Israeli travertine — supplied by West End Stone in New York, NY. The selected stone takes advantage of heat from the home’s abundant natural light, as the design of the structure called for glass window walls on all four sides of the home.

by Alexis Fisher


Basics of Design and Installation of Natural Stone in Wet Areas DVD
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This educational DVD addresses the most perplexing problems facing the design and installation of natural stone in wet areas (baths, showers, etc). It addresses the design and installation of natural stone tiles and slabs in a wet area, eliminating negative slopes and other common impediments to water flow resulting in water containment in appropriate areas, causing mold and structural damage. It also explores the most popular and effective systems, examines the proper materials and most effective ways to install and grout stone tiles, and much more.

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