Residential

Reasons Fabricators Must Stay on Top of Design Trends

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Warm tones, natural looks and muted finishes are among the current trends in stone design.

Industry Experts Share Emerging Quartzite Trends

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

With homeowners gravitating towards warm tones, quartzites offer the aesthetic and practical requirements desired for all types of design styles.

Stone and Tile Professionals Honored for Outstanding Design and Craftsmanship

Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

A total of 22 stone and tile projects were winners of the Coverings Installation & Design Awards for their exceptional innovation and highly skilled work.

Spanish Ceramic Tile Transforms Residential Design

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Arranging the ceramic tiles creatively, the design team transformed the space in a unique and original way.

Extruded Porcelain Tile Facade Promotes Sustainability

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

A 40% savings in energy was achieved with the Spanish tile manufacturer's extruded porcelain tiled facade system.

Jumbo-sized Quartz Slabs Offer Luxurious Design Possibilities

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Oversized quartz slabs in an extensive selection of colors and finishes are opening the doors to new potential designs in both residential and commercial spaces.

Travertine and Porcelain Slabs Define Miami Retreat

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

A couple turned to travertine and porcelain slabs when building their dream home in Miami, FL

Local Stone Contributes to Timeless Aesthetic of Residential Complex

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Ortakent Yaren Houses in Bodrum, Turkey, showcases a unique blend of historical and contemporary architectural influences, prominently featuring regional stone.

Porcelain Tile Anchors Home to Lush Environment

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Tile from Spanish manufacturer APE Grupo was selected for the design of Cliff House Villas, located on the tropical island of Cebu in the Phillipines.

Design Time: Colleen Bute Bennett, CBB Design Firm

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

International designer Colleen Bute Bennett of CBB Design Firm talks design and trends in stone and quartz.

Trends and Considerations for Outdoor Stone and Tile Designs

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Fri, 26 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Industry experts share their thoughts on what stone and tile products, as well as applications, are popular in today's outdoor living spaces.

Sintered Stone Harmonizes Coastal Home

Tue, 21 May 2024 11:07:00 -0400

Liminal House is one of the latest projects by the McLeod Bovell Studio, situated in the West Vancouver area, between inhabited neighborhoods and the Canadian rocky coastline.

Design Time: Texas Limestone Represents Surrounding Landscape and Community

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Texas limestone brings rustic elegance and regional culture to a home in Hondo, TX.

Lapitec Enhances Mediterranean-Style Design

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Lapitec sintered stone surfaces in the kitchen and bathrooms of a Mediterranean-style residence on Spain's Catalan Coast provided an elegant and fresh look.

Pennsylvania Sandstone Provides Beauty and Sustainability

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Recently classified as a “Type III EPD stone,” Russell Stone Products’ Homewood sandstone extensively adorns the exterior and interior design of a Pittsburgh, PA, residence.

How to Help Your Client Decide if Radiant Heating is Right for Them

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Radiant heating is a smart option if your client is looking to ensure the comfort, efficiency and architectural freedom of their home.

How to Spice Up Kitchen and Bath Designs

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 15:44:49 -0500

Feris Irikat, director of design and marketing for Lunada Bay Tile, shares insight into the latest tile trends for kitchen and bath design.

Luxury Stone Transforms Arizona Residence

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 09:38:00 -0400

Italian stone producer Antolini partnered with Jeffrey Florentine, CEO and founder of JSF Design in Scottsdale, AZ, to complete a radical renovation of a residence in Arizona with a selection of stunning stone from its Natural Stone Collection.

Twist on French Architecture Transforms Designer's Home

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Designer Bridgette Caporaso of Sketch Design Studio selected an extensive amount of natural stone to renovate her home to reflect Parisian architecture.

Natural Stone Transforms Italian Residence

Fri, 19 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Designed by architect Mario Santini, a home remodel in Verona, Italy, is a stunning showcase of natural stones from Antolini.

The State of Residential Building

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Sam Kim, senior vice president of product for MSI, provides insight into the residential building market, as it applies to hard surfaces.

New Quartz Designs Inspired by Momentum

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Cambria recently unveiled four new designs in its palette of quartz products. Following design launches in February and June, this introduction brings the total to 12 new designs and one new finish.

Report from India: Stylish and Sustainable

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Tue, 10 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

The extended living space fuses a contemporary design with a curated landscape -- creating an engaging environment. Co-founders and design principals emphasized that using locally quarried stone was a priority, as the material is not only beautiful, but also sustainable.

Natural Stones from Brazil

Tue, 18 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Natural stone from Brazil continues to be a popular choice for both residential and commercial designs.

A Spanish haven

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -0400

A beautiful contemporary residential design was achieved with stone from the Spanish region in which it resides.

Inspired by a jungle environment

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

The architecture of a private home in Venezuela reflects historic ruins of the region and the natural jungle environment that surrounds it.

Luxury living

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Neolith, a pioneering brand of sintered stone, is fast becoming a material choice for high-end, high-concept residential renovations. Recently, it played a pivotal role in a penthouse project for luxury property developer and architect Herrero & Vázquez.

Honoring essential workers

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

With several locations, The Granite & Marble Depot serves the Greater Chicago area, Northwest Indiana and the Wisconsin border. The Aurora, IL-based company specializes in fabrication and installation of residential and commercial countertops, tabletops, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces and more.

One-on-One with Summer Kath

kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500

With 18 years of experience at Cambria, Summer Kath, the quartz manufacturer’s executive vice president and head of design, shares her thoughts on upcoming trends in kitchen and bath design

Finding the perfect match

kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) — Sun, 15 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Quality Stone Quarries in Stigler, OK, listened to the requests of the customer working on a project called “The Colony” in Texas to provide the stone that was needed to realize the design. In the end, the stone producer supplied its blend of Hazelnut and Azul stone for the project.