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Inside the Shop
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Cadillac Stone Works of N. Las Vegas, NV, is equipped for high-volume fabrication

by Michael Reis, Editor

When Bob Costa established Cadillac Stone Works in North Las Vegas, NV, he relied on his background in building and manufacturing operations in the Detroit, MI, area. This meant placing an emphasis on automation and efficiency, and this vision has taken shape as a large-scale, state-of-the-art stone production facility. full article

Northwestern Marble & Granite Co. of Edina, MN, evolves for over a century

by Jennifer Adams, Managing Editor

As president and owner of Northwestern Marble & Granite Co. since 1988, David C. Gramling -- named after his grandfather who had also once served as company owner and president -- has dedicated himself to continuing to run a successful fabrication business, which has been in his family for more than 100 years. Since its start in 1896, the company has experienced several name changes, actively supported World War II and relocated its facility a few times. Today, Northwestern Marble & Granite Co. operates out of a 20,000-square-foot shop -- with an additional 7,000 square feet of office/showroom space -- in Edina, MN, and the company works hard to serve both the residential and commercial markets across the U.S. full article

Designer Surfaces of Frederick, MD, strives to meet customer expectations

by Michelle Stinnard, Associate Editor

Serving the Baltimore/Washington, DC, Metro area, including parts of central Pennsylvania, Designer Surfaces Unlimited, Inc. produces an average of 3,500 to 4,000 square feet of stone and quartz surfacing on a weekly basis. The company was founded in 1990 when brothers Greg and Don Fisher realized the value that Corian® countertops brought to the marketplace. Located in Frederick, MD, Designer Surfaces Unlimited began as a fabrication and installation business for Corian, but has since expanded to include other surfaces such as granite and soapstone. full article

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Fabricator Issue of the Month
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Project Spotlight
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Private Residence, Jerusalem, Israel

by Jennifer Adams, Managing Editor

Set on property with a scenic view, a private estate in a suburb of Jerusalem, Israel, takes advantage of its natural environment. The use of Ramon Grey limestone -- known in the U.S. as "Jerusalem Grey" -- satisfied building regulations as well as creating a beautiful modern design. Click here to read more

Private Residence/Design Studio, Newtown, CT

by Michael Reis, Editor

After spending years on the West Coast and in New York City, Charles Burke, artist, interior designer and architectural guru, now makes Newtown, CT, his home and the hub for his work.  In late 2005, Burke hosted the grand opening of his business, Charles Burke Interior Design, in Western Newtown. "I decided on Newtown because it was close to New York, Boston and lower Fairfield County," he said. In renovating the space, Burke's design choices included a range of innovations, including thin stone veneer for a striking fireplace wall in the master bedroom/theater room. Click here to read more

Bellagio Hotel & Casino -- Art of Richard MacDonald, Las Vegas, NV

by Michelle Stinnard, Associate Editor

For the design of The Art of Richard MacDonald Presented by Cirque du Soleil, an 8,500-square-foot sculpture gallery found inside the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, NV, thin limestone pieces played an integral role in completing the job in a timely fashion. According to Hakee Chang, an Associate based out of POLLACK architecture's San Francisco location, the goal of the project was to create an open environment for Richard MacDonald and his partner, Cirque du Soleil. "The idea was to convert the corridor, into an engaging space for the public to visit before the show and for theatergoers during the show," he explained. Click here to read more

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Shop How-To
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Industry Happenings
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Vitória Stone Fair continues to draw an international audience

by Michael Reis, Editor

Although the International Marble and Granite Fairhas only been taking place in the city of Vitória since 2002 (where it has been dubbed the "Vitória Stone Fair"), it is actually the 25th edition of the event, since a second stone fair has also taken place in the stoneworking center of Cachoeiro de Itapemirim since the mid-1990s, and continues to be held there annually today. Click here for more information

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