With a diverse background spanning from construction, architecture, architectural history, painting, and set design, Stephen Pallrand holds a wealth of experience and knowledge that he channels into his work. Founder of Home Front Build and CarbonShack Design, both based in Los Angeles, CA, Pallrand is a proponent for historic restoration and sustainable building. Pallrand recently took some time to chat with Stone World about his work and he incorporates stone and tile into his designs.

Stone World's editorial team discusses recent industry activities and upcoming events.

Colleen Bute Bennett is an international designer who established her first interior design studio, Caducus Folium, in 2006. The Costa Rica-based firm rapidly grew into six design centers located in Ecuador, Colombia, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Honduras. In 2012, Bennett moved back to the U.S. with her family. She now runs CBB Design Firm, a full-service design firm that sources building materials, finishes, furniture and provides other various services – based in Morganton, NC. Bennett recently spoke with Stone World about her passion for design, as well as some of the latest trends she is seeing when working with natural stone and quartz products. 

Jake Slatnick sits down with Stone World to explain the new charging product for the stone industry.

Stone World had the opportunity to talk to Slab Caddy about what the product is and how it got started

Stone World discusses the first ever Sustainability Summit with Bill Griese.

Stone World's Jennifer Richinelli and Jason Kamery sit down to discuss recent industry activity.