Located on the southern coast of Spain, only miles from Morocco, lies the world-renowned Costa del Sol. And while the region has long been considered one of the world's playgrounds for affluent vacationers, there is still plenty of room for new construction, as evidenced by the many cranes and job sites along the coastline. This, combined with a strong renovation market, has made the area a hotbed for stone consumption.

Given the area's status as an international resort area, it is not surprising to see that most of the construction throughout the Costa del Sol - particularly in the upscale town of Marbella - is housing. From seaside villas to upscale hotels, new stone construction is booming in the area. And public spaces, such as parks and pedestrian malls, have followed in kind by using marble, limestone and other materials in their designs.