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Stone World Magazine

2012 May

Check out Stone World's May issue!

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Limestone provides 15th-century Italian style

Karissa Giuliano
May 1, 2012
The Kappa Sigma fraternity house in Austin, TX, ties in the unique aspects of the brotherhood’s history with a local charm


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Embracing technology at all stages of production

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
May 1, 2012
In a little more than a decade, Atlas Marble & Granite in Newark, NJ, has progressed to become a state-of-the-art digital shop, which has increased efficiency and distinguished it from its competitors


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Bath remodel sets the style of a future home redesign

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
May 1, 2012
Considerable thought was given before selecting Calacatta Gold Select marble as well as other trim pieces and finishes for a guest bath renovation, as the homeowner plans for this to jumpstart an entire home remodel


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Making a commitment to the industry

Michael Reis
May 1, 2012
Despite trying economic times in recent years, Decolores Marmores e Granitos do Brasil has made substantial investments in its company, which have it well equipped for the future


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More than three decades of craftsmanship

Michael Reis
May 1, 2012
After establishing itself in the Vitória region of Brazil nearly 35 years ago, Vitória Stone has expanded into full-scale slab production, and it stresses the need for quality in all areas of its operations


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Vitória Stone Fair has its best showing in years

Michael Reis
May 1, 2012
Taking place from February 7 to 10, 2012, in Vitória, Espírito Santo, Brazil, the Vitória Stone Fair saw a significant rise in activity on the show floor


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Two straight years of growth in the stone industry

Michael Reis
May 1, 2012
Each May, Stone World publishes the year-end import and export statistics for natural stone from the U.S. Department of Commerce.


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Industry News

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Developments at Levantina Chicago

May 1, 2012
Levantina announced the appointment of Sole Llorca to the position of General Manager of Levantina Chicago. Along with the new appointment, Levantina has also renewed its commitment to the Chicago branch by investing in a new layout and inventory.


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Bedrosians Tile and Stone goes social

May 1, 2012
— Bedrosians Tile and Stone has begun fully utilizing two major social media outlets, as Facebook and Twitter play a large role in reaching out to its customers.


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Positive Early Reviews for Coverings 2012

May 1, 2012
Event organizers noted strong attendance and a full menu of activities both on the show floor and in conference rooms at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, where Coverings 2012 took place last month.


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New Historic Documentary on Natural Stone in the works

April 13, 2012
M S International (MSI), one of the industry's largest stone distribution companies, will provide funding to the Marble Institute of America to produce a major new documentary that memorializes the global historic relationship between mankind and natural stone.


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Levantina launches its new Interactive Design Tool

March 28, 2012
Levantina, a worldwide leader in the natural stone industry, has announced the launch of 'Inspiration by Levantina,' an interactive design tool.


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Scholarships available to architects for the next Veronafiere AIA-Approved Continuing Education Course

May 1, 2012
The 14th edition of “Designing with Natural Stone” will run from September 24 to 30, 2012 in Verona, Italy, in conjunction with Marmomacc, the world’s leading trade show for stone and design.


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Silestone partners with Sherwin Williams to host color inspiration event series

May 1, 2012
Silestone is partnering with Sherwin Williams to host eight Color Inspiration events at regional Cosentino Centers across the U.S.


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Staff changes at Laticrete

May 1, 2012
Laticrete, a global manufacturer and leader of premium installation and finishing systems for the building industry, has announced the appointment of Christopher “Chris” Condeni to the Architectural Products Division (APD) Sales Team as Technical Sales Representative for Ohio, Northern West Virginia and Kentucky.


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MIA launches new Stones of North America iPad app

May 1, 2012
 The Marble Institute of America (MIA) has just released a new iPad® app that gives design and construction professionals quick easy access to detailed information about natural stones quarried in North America.


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