Just as there has been major advancement in equipment for cutting, shaping, polishing and edging stone products (as reported in the January 2009 issue of Stone World), there have also been significant developments in the tooling, accessories and other products for stone processing and countertop production.
The Visionaire - a new residential condominium tower in New York City - prominently incorporates natural stone while achieving the highest levels of green living.
As this downturn/recession/depression (pick
whichever term you like) wears on, we are hearing some ugly stories of fabrication
shops closing down, but I recently heard one of the worst ones yet. The
fabrication shop at issue is Rock Tops, which is based in Michigan and operated
in several states, and they apparently ceased fabrication in late December of
2008.
The 26th
edition of Cersaie, the international exhibition of ceramic tiles and bathroom
furnishings, recently took place in Bologna,
Italy. Although
the event timeframe was pressed against a world financial crisis, attendance
figures did not disappoint nor did the efforts brought forth by those
exhibiting.
Designing
for the hospitality sector requires some panache and innovation. The majority of patrons who visit
establishments such as hotels, restaurants, spas and golf resorts are splurging
on themselves and expect a certain level of quality, including the décor.
Born in Basel,
Switzerland,
Fiona Swarovski has worked to create her own niche in the design sector while
also serving as a worldwide ambassador for Swarovski International’s image and
style.
The options
for interior stone and tile applications continue to be limitless, and now
architects and designers are continually finding creative ways to use these
materials to enhance all
facets of a space.
Having witnessed other granite shops go out of business because of the economy, Trish Sumrall, the owner of Monarca Countertops, has set out to become the “recommended” choice for fabrication in the Phoenix area.
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