If you haven’t noticed, we have quite a stunning piece of stone architecture on the cover of this issue. Not only are the complex angles and shape of the building unique, but the hues and striations of the stone itself are pretty incredible. The structure is the James Museum in St. Petersburg, FL, and the Teakwood sandstone was chosen for its coloring, which reflects the canyons and ravines of Nevada, Arizona and Utah. The owners specifically requested a stone that would reflect the Southwest since most of the James Collection is focused on the art of the American West.
And while the beauty of the stone speaks for itself, it was the behind-the-scenes collaboration of a team of experts in their respective fields that realized the design. The architects worked closely with the importer, factory and installation crew to make certain the finished product was the best it could be. Close attention was paid to the light, medium and dark color range that was specified, and meticulous detail was required in matching the colors and striations during the installation process.