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.
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.
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 MichaelReis
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.
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 JenniferAdams
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 JenniferAdams
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 MichaelReis
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 JenniferAdams
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 AlexisFisher
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.
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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