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Connecting Stone to the Surrounding Landscape

Using the local topography, the architects and builder designed a Texan home to work with the pond and slope on the property

Jason Kamery

September 11, 2018

Located in the generally flat terrain of Dallas, TX, sits a house on a unique parcel of land. The homeowners wanted to transform the property and the house to be able to host friends, workout in and primarily live on the first floor.

Backyard Utopia

Homeowners in New Orleans, LA, wanted to transform their backyard into a private resort

Jason Kamery

September 10, 2018

Located in Mid-City New Orleans, LA, a family wanted to convert the outdoor area in the back of their home into a secluded oasis. To complement the backyard pool and hot tub, the homeowners also had put in a new entertainment area, a TV room and outdoor kitchen.

New Tile Roundup

September 10, 2018

For this issue of Contemporary Stone Tile Design magazine we show off the different new tiles that are currently on the market. Ranging from wood looks to mosaic, here are just some of the tile options out there.

Machine of the Month: The Brembana Impact 24

September 7, 2018

The Brembana Impact 24 is a monoblock bridge saw. It performs all types of stone processing: straight or curved cuts, vertical or mitered edges.

James Hieb

September 7, 2018

Too often, after an accident occurs, we receive inquiries from stone companies asking what safety training resources are available. Others may know we have developed a vast array of resources over the past 10 years, but just simply haven’t taken the time to utilize what is available.

Jennifer Richinelli

September 7, 2018

As September rolls around, it’s time for many of us to get back to a routine. School is back in full swing. And in the stone industry, our schedules usually fill up a little more in the fall with what we often like to refer to as “trade show season.”

Virginia Tile Company Opens New Showroom

August 31, 2018

Virginia Tile Company LLC, a Midwestern based distributor of Ceramic Tile & Natural Stone products, with headquarters in Livonia, Michigan, announced the opening of its new showroom in Warrensville Heights, Ohio.

Stone of the Month: Vals Quartzite by Quarra Stone Company, LLC

August 13, 2018

This Stone of the Month is supplied by Quarra Stone Company, LLC of Madison, WI. Technical details provide a frame of reference only. Because stone is a product of nature, testing to determine specific physical qualities should be repeated for each project.

Thibaut is a 6-axis multifunction CNC machine

Machine of the Month: Thibaut CNC machine

August 13, 2018

The T952 from Thibaut is a 6-axis multifunction CNC machine from the company’s new “All-In-One” range. The machine has the capability to saw and polish — performing the operations of several machines.

Stone Column

The art of natural stone

Jennifer Richinelli

August 1, 2018

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.

Cal/OSHA Standards Board to Vote May 21 on Engineered Stone Ban Petition

U.S. Countertop Materials Imports: March 2026

SFA Connecticut Workshop to Showcase Innovation in Fabrication

Fabricator Focus

From profiles to roundtable discussions, Q&As to best business practices, we're turning a focus on topics and challenges impacting fabricators.

AI Talk Is Everywhere -- Where Does a Countertop Fabricator Begin?

Fabricators Discuss Pros and Cons of Chip Repair

How to Grow a Countertop Fabrication Shop

Events

June 25, 2026

North Carolina Stone Summit

You’ve probably heard a lot lately about how to calculate the profit for each job you produce. You likely have production benchmarks based on square footage since it’s the most common production metric in the industry. Come learn how focusing on these metrics can hurt your profitability and what to do about it.

July 16, 2026

Washington Stone Summit

Join us for "Taking Your Organization to the Next Level," a session dedicated to transforming your business practices. Discover strategies for setting clear agendas, encouraging participation, and driving actionable outcomes. Learn how to foster collaboration and communication, ensuring that every meeting enhances productivity and contributes to your business goals.

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