Articles by Heather Fiore

Hillside home highlights native stone

For the design of an upscale home in the Texas Hill Country, different variations of local stone were selected to create a stunning residential design

Heather Fiore

March 1, 2017

For a newly constructed home perched on the rolling hills of the small suburb, a local designer was enlisted to create a space that was reminiscent of the country, but also ecologically friendly.

Renovating an outdated Park Avenue apartment with custom mosaic and stone tile

Turning a house into a home

Heather Fiore

January 1, 2017

For one couple, the possibilities were seemingly endless when it came to the remodeling of their Park Avenue apartment, which was redesigned to reflect a more modern vibe.

Quartz surfaces offer durability, affordability and pleasing aesthetics and have become a viable option for countertops

Heather Fiore

November 1, 2016

Natural stone has always been a popular choice when designing a kitchen or bathroom, but lately, another material with similar technical characteristics has become a viable option on today’s market.

A custom granite was sourced to give one of New York's oldest parks a new look

Heather Fiore

October 3, 2016

Throughout each of the five boroughs, these patches of open land help relieve the surrounding chaos. One of the city’s most historic parks, now known as The Battery, was recently renovated using a variety of local granite which provides a fresh revived look.

The new headquarters of Kaye Scholer in New York City used a range of porcelain tile and stone

Heather Fiore

September 1, 2016

With offices scattered from California all the way to China, Kaye Scholer has become one of the top litigation firms in the world.

Stone Industry trends in large-format tile

When it comes to today’s residential and commercial applications, larger tile sizes are all the rage — making for unique stylish designs

Heather Fiore

June 27, 2016

To keep up with the ever-changing trend, the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) is continuously developing different standards. The organization recently focused its efforts on properly defining this realm of tiles, which now incorporates all types of materials and sizes.

For a residential remodel a neutral palette of porcelain tile, glass tile and quartz surfacing was employed

Heather Fiore

April 6, 2016

As one of wealthiest communities in South Florida, Boca Raton has established some strict standards for development.

Cosentino Group has been a renowned name in the stone industry, and it continues to grow

Heather Fiore

February 1, 2016

In 1940, Eduarda and Eduardo Cosentino, parents of the current owners of Cosentino Group, started quarrying and carrying out basic marble processing in Macael, Almería, Spain.

Turning a house into a home

Through donations from Interceramic and Laticrete, a local non-profit organization in Texas was able to construct a new home for a group of homeless students.

Heather Fiore

January 6, 2016

In 2011, La Buena Vida Youth Leadership Foundation (LBVF), a non-profit organization whose main mission is to improve the lives of North Texas students in need through programs that provide leadership development and higher education opportunities, made its first visit to City House.

Restoring a colorful landmark

As a tribute to the Expo 2015, a group of skilled professionals came together to restore one of Milan's most prized architectural structures, Torre Arcobaleno

Heather Fiore

January 6, 2016

The Torre Arcobaleno, otherwise known as the “Rainbow Tower,” was created in 1990.

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Articles by Heather Fiore

Hillside home highlights native stone

Renovating an outdated Park Avenue apartment with custom mosaic and stone tile

Quartz surfaces offer durability, affordability and pleasing aesthetics and have become a viable option for countertops

A custom granite was sourced to give one of New York's oldest parks a new look

The new headquarters of Kaye Scholer in New York City used a range of porcelain tile and stone

Stone Industry trends in large-format tile

For a residential remodel a neutral palette of porcelain tile, glass tile and quartz surfacing was employed

Cosentino Group has been a renowned name in the stone industry, and it continues to grow

Turning a house into a home

Restoring a colorful landmark

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