Architect and real estate agent Vince Arghdasy prides himself on using the newest and best products for the houses he works on, including ones that are energy efficient and the latest high tech. “In the homes I recently worked on, you can use your cell phone to set the temperature of the house, control the blinds or even chill your wine,” said Arghdasy. “I not only use these products, but I make sure the consumer knows that these products are built into their house and I try to use the best products possible.”
Recently, Arghdasy designed a 4,800-square-foot home in Tarzana, CA, named Casa Blanca, with an idea in mind, giving it a more modern look. He also wanted to get away from natural stone. “One of my complaints with natural stone is that you have to seal it, you can damage it and that it can crack,” said Arghdasy. “So I wanted to find a product that doesn’t have the sensitivity of natural stone, but still has a good look that everyone likes. As I was looking at different products, I came across Neolith. I went to a local distributor where I was able to see the different varieties and colors they feature. I explained I was building a house with a contemporary look and was looking for a product that looked like marble. It would also be nice if I could either have a bookmatching or end-matching product.”