https://www.stoneworld.com/rss/4003-outdoor-design en-us With key qualities such as anti-slip, water and stain resistant, as well as aesthetically pleasing, the Extrem Collection is ideal for outdoor designs. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94864 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 12:30:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94864-a-tile-collection-formulated-for-outdoor-use richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) The quality and finishes of Indiana limestone made for a perfect fit with the overall design of the building.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94569 Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94569-indiana-limestone-provides-strength-and-tranquility Mosaics were chosen to ensure longevity and durability given Florida's tropical environment and the mural’s placement in a high-trafficked area in the park.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94502 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94502-glass-mosaic-mural-reflects-sustainability-and-community Sugar Sand Park Photo courtesy of Artaic/City of Boca Raton Sugar Sand Park mosaic mural Photo courtesy of Artaic/City of Boca Raton Sugar Sand Park mural Photo courtesy Artaic/City of Boca Raton Florida Sugar Sand Park Mural Ribbon Cutting Photo courtesy of Artaic/City of Boca Raton Florida A 40% savings in energy was achieved with the Spanish tile manufacturer's extruded porcelain tiled facade system.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94428 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94428-extruded-porcelain-tile-facade-promotes-sustainability Gardea Residential Complex Faveker Porcelain Facade Photo by Maria Natali/courtesy of FavekerThe facade features a mechanical fastening system -- combining durability and high-performance properties with a modern finish. Gardea Residential Complex Faveker Porcelain Facade Photo by Maria Natali/courtesy of FavekerThe architects opted for the GA 16 tile collection and the FTS 502B mechanical fastening system, made up of continuous horizontal profiles on vertical supports.  Gardea Residential Complex Faveker Porcelain Facade Photo by Maria Natali/courtesy of FavekerGA16 is designed to offer special protection to the air cavity in places with a wet climate due to the tongue-and-groove design of the tiles, which prevents moisture from seeping through.  Gardea Residential Complex Faveker Porcelain Facade Photo by Maria Natali/courtesy of Faveker richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) The freshly renovated Michigan Central Station is now a stunning part of the Ford Motor Co. campus.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94442 Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94442-stone-restoration-revives-detroit-landmark The roof of the Accinauto building is clad with vertical stone slats made of the same light natural stone as the facade of the new structure, resulting in a seamless transition between the two buildings. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94334 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94334-vertical-stone-slate-facade-harmonizes-new-building-with-its-surroundings fischer headquarters POST Luxembourg fischer headquarters POST Luxembourg richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) Architect Joshua Ramus, principal of the renowned architecture firm REX, gave a private tour of the marble-clad Perelman Performing Arts Center that sits on the northeast corner of the World Trade Center complex in Manhattan to a group from the architectural and design community and the natural stone industry.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94335 Wed, 06 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94335-celebrating-portuguese-stone-and-art A couple turned to travertine and porcelain slabs when building their dream home in Miami, FL

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94270 Wed, 16 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94270-travertine-and-porcelain-slabs-define-miami-retreat Ortakent Yaren Houses in Bodrum, Turkey, showcases a unique blend of historical and contemporary architectural influences, prominently featuring regional stone.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94243 Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94243-local-stone-contributes-to-timeless-aesthetic-of-residential-complex Ortakent Yaren Houses Ortakent Yaren Houses Ortakent Yaren Houses Ortakent Yaren Houses 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.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94156 Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94156-porcelain-tile-anchors-home-to-lush-environment Cliff House Villas Cliff House Villas Cliff House Villas The technical qualities of extruded tile, paired with its surface beauty, makes it an ideal choice for installation in wet areas such as pool patios.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94052 Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94052-extruded-tile-melds-beauty-and-performance-for-poolside-designs Gres Aragón Extruded Tile Gres Aragón Extruded Tile richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) Industry experts share their thoughts on what stone and tile products, as well as applications, are popular in today's outdoor living spaces.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94046 Fri, 26 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/94046-trends-and-considerations-for-outdoor-stone-and-tile-designs 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.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93880 Tue, 21 May 2024 11:07:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93880-sintered-stone-harmonizes-coastal-home Lapitec Residence Lapitec Residence Lapitec Residence richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) Texas limestone brings rustic elegance and regional culture to a home in Hondo, TX.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93835 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93835-design-time-texas-limestone-represents-surrounding-landscape-and-community Artaic collaborated with the city of Redmond, WA, and Synthesis Design + Architecture to create a stunning and unique mosaic mural for the SR 520 Expressway bike trail tunnel.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93639 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93639-mosaic-tiles-create-immersive-ride richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) 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. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93591 Thu, 21 Dec 2023 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93591-pennsylvania-sandstone-provides-beauty-and-sustainability 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.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93486 Tue, 31 Oct 2023 09:38:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93486-luxury-stone-transforms-arizona-residence 2.jpg 3.jpg 4.jpg 5.jpg 6.jpg 7.jpg 8.jpg 9.jpg Using a pool in the backyard of a seafront residence in Jávea, Spain, artist Felipe Pantone created a large-scale work of art featuring a clever play on color, light and water with mosaic tile from Onix.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93361 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93361-mosaic-tile-presents-kaleidoscopic-optical-effect TILE 0623 Onix Mosaic Pool 06 TILE 0623 Onix Mosaic Pool 02 TILE 0623 Onix Mosaic Pool 05 TILE 0623 Onix Mosaic Pool 01 Photos Credit: ©FPSTUDIO TILE 0623 Onix Mosaic Pool 04 TILE 0623 Onix Mosaic Pool 03 The innovative facade, developed in collaboration with Italian architectural surfaces manufacturer Fiandre, memorializes victims of the 1915 Armenian genocide.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92709 Fri, 04 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92709-architect-david-hotson-marries-ancient-architectural-artistic-traditions-in-saint-sarkis-armenian-church Saint Sarkis Armenian Church.jpg The Saint Sarkis Armenian Church in Carrollton, Texas, designed by New York Architect David Hotson, AIA, looks forward as well as backward, marrying ancient architectural and artistic traditions reflecting Armenia’s cultural legacy. Photo: Dror Baldinger. Facade Detail.jpg In conceiving and implementing the memorial façade Hotson collaborated closely with Fiandre (part of Iris Ceramica Group), the architectural surfaces manufacturer that has developed the DYS (Design Your Slab) system that allows printing at extremely fine resolution on Fiandre’s large-format, exterior grade, UV-resistant porcelain rain screen panel materials. Photo: Dror Baldinger. St. Sarkis 1 .jpg The solid gray mass of the church exterior, rendered in modern materials, references the monolithic sculptural character of ancient Armenian churches, which were constructed entirely of stone. Upon stepping into the church through the memorial façade, the visitor emerges into the luminous sanctuary. Photo: Dror Baldinger. St. Sarkis 2.jpg In addition to the memorial façade, Fiandre supplied the full range of porcelain interior and exterior floor, wall and soffit finishes used throughout the Saint Sarkis Campus. Photo: Dror Baldinger. St Sarkis_3388rDetailSQ.jpeg.jpg Fiandre fabricated the façade panels in their Italian factory to the exact pixel modules required by the façade and printed the intricate design through an exacting process that was halted as the COVID-19 pandemic caused total lockdown of Italian industry before resuming work and shipping the completed façade to Texas. The façade was installed by Graniti Vicentia Façades utilizing the proprietary Ventilated Façade System of Granitech – a division of Fiandre’s parent company Iris Ceramica Group dedicated to Ventilated Façade Systems. Photo: Dror Baldinger. Homeowners of La Palometa sought a living space that could be integrated into its surroundings and could adapt to the natural topography of the land.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92536 Wed, 10 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92536-a-spanish-haven-built-in-stone CSTD 0822 Building Stone 01 Photos by Joan Guillamat CSTD 0822 Building Stone 02 CSTD 0822 Building Stone 03 CSTD 0822 Building Stone 04 CSTD 0822 Building Stone 05 CSTD 0822 Building Stone 06 Lapitec sintered stone slabs were the material of choice for the exterior and interior design of the new Aria Retreat & Spa in Italy

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92489 Tue, 12 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92489-lapitec-chosen-for-new-five-star-luxury-hotel CSTD 0722 WE Aria 01 CSTD 0722 WE Aria 02 CSTD 0722 WE Aria 03 CSTD 0722 WE Aria 04 CSTD 0722 WE Aria 05 Echo Lake granite from Coldspring fulfilled the architect’s vision for the updates to Frederik Meijer Gardens – connecting the community, land and arts 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92339 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92339-minnesota-granite-provides-visual-appeal SW 0522 Web Exclusive Frederik 01 Echo Lake granite, quarried by Coldspring at its site in Orr, MN, was chosen for the new Welcome Center at Frederick Meijer Gardens.  SW 0522 Web Exclusive Frederik 02 There was much discussion between the architectural team and stone producer before a final decision on the stone selection was made. Echo Lake granite was favored for its warm beige-colored tones with numerous sporadic, dark black markings and subtle accents of rose. SW 0522 Web Exclusive Frederik 03 Many of the panels for the Welcome Center were extremely large rectilinear pieces – measuring 2 feet, 8 inches x 9 feet, 4 inches to 10 feet, 10 inches. SW 0522 Web Exclusive Frederik 04 The large pieces required special detailing for anchors and relief angles for installation, with type 31 anchors on the back. SW 0522 Web Exclusive Frederik 05 “The architects had very specific requirements for the allowable color range, markings and inclusions for the granite, which we were able to provide,” said Ken Hogan, Coldspring’s regional sales manager. richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) Kaleido from the Verge Collection by Artaic creates a striking statement wall in the outdoor seating area at the Roadrunner on McDowell in Scottsdale, AZ

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92364 Fri, 13 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92364-mosaic-tile-punctuates-outdoor-living-area CSTD 0522 Web Exclusive Roadrunner Mcdowell 01 CSTD 0522 Web Exclusive Roadrunner Mcdowell 02 Ardex announced the launch of Exterior Tile and Stone Systems, featuring four unique and time-tested passive capillary drainage solutions.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92277 Wed, 16 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92277-ardex-americas-launches-time-tested-exterior-tile-and-stone-systems Lapitec sintered stone was used for multiple applications – both exterior and interior – at the Ca’ Gioia villa in Italy.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92077 Wed, 27 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92077-lapitec-takes-center-stage-in-italian-villa-design CaGioia_out_04.jpg CaGioia_out_05.jpg CaGioia_out_06.jpg CaGioia_out_09.jpg CaGioia_out_19.jpg CaGioia_out_25.jpg CaGioia_out_26.jpg CaGioia_out_28.jpg CaGioia_in_03.jpg CaGioia_in_07.jpg CaGioia_in_15.jpg CaGioia_in_20.jpg CaGioia_kitchen_01.jpg CaGioia_kitchen_02.jpg CaGioia_kitchen_04.jpg CaGioia_bath_01.jpg Explore our product gallery of outdoor tile collections.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92028 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92028-product-gallery-outdoor-tile-collections CSTD2021Fall-Roundup00.jpg richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) Contemporary Stone & Tile Design asked several leading experts to share their observations on the latest influences and styles. Here is what they had to say.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92026 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92026-experts-share-growing-trends-in-stone-and-tile CSTD 2021 Fall Architectural Surfaces Photo courtesy of Architectural Surfaces/MetroQuartz Unique Calacatta BlackVeined marble porcelains, especially those that emulate natural marble like Carrara, Calacatta or Statuario, are on the rise for applications such as kitchen islands and countertops. CSTD 2021 Fall Architectural Surfaces Wall Accent Photo courtesy of Architectural Surfaces/PentalQuartz-AmarcordUnique wall accents are created with stone and tile. CSTD 2021 Fall Architectural Surfaces Decorative Color Tiles Photo courtesy of Architectural Surfaces/RealityNature-toned colors like greens and blues in small decorative tiles are currently a popular option for residential designs. CSTD 2021 Fall Architectural Surfaces Another Decorative Tile Photo courtesy of Architectural Surfaces/RealityNature-toned colors like greens and blues in small decorative tiles are currently a popular option for residential designs. CSTD 2021 Fall Architectural Surfaces Textured and Sculptural Tiles Photo courtesy of Architectural Surfaces/RealityTextured and sculptural tiles for wall applications are still at the top of design choices. richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) Taking center stage of the urban landscape located at the entrance of the Four Seasons Hotel & Private Residences is “Event,” a stone sculpture crafted by sculptor Darrell Petit of Darrell Petit LLC and Stony Creek Quarry Inc. Petit was commissioned by landscape architecture firm Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates (MVVA) of Cambridge, MA.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91910 Wed, 30 Jun 2021 00:05:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91910-a-60-ton-granite-sculpture-forms-a-captivating-entrance-to-four-seasons-hotel-and-private-residences CSTD Summer 2021 Event Image 1 CSTD Summer 2021 Event Image 2, Close up CSTD Summer 2021 Event Image 3 Front-facing http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91911 Wed, 30 Jun 2021 00:03:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91911-lake-huron-vacation-retreat-a-home-away-from-home CSTD Summer 2021 Great Lakes 1 CSTD Summer 2021 Great Lakes 2 CSTD Summer 2021 Great Lakes 3 CSTD Summer 2021 Great Lakes 4 CSTD Summer 2021 Great Lakes 5 http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91840 Thu, 29 Apr 2021 09:27:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91840-influenced-by-american-nordic-culture Omni Viking Lakes Hotel in Eagan, MN Envisioned as “an American Nordic-themed” hotel, the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel in Eagan, MN, features a palette of Cambria quartz surfacing throughout its public and private spaces. The lobby island and the reception desk feature Durham Matte. Bridget Hale, senior interior designer with ESG Architecture and Design “The entrance sequence is the most important aspect of the guest experience,” said Bridget Hale, senior interior designer with ESG Architecture and Design. “And the centerpiece of that is really the custom concierge and reception desk. That was designed to look like a grouping of boulders that represents a cairn. They’re found all along Minnesota’s North Shore as trail markers, or kind of the beginning of a trail. That was a great metaphor for the front desk.” Cambria’s Charlestown The hotel’s bar is fabricated from Cambria’s Charlestown. Annicca by Cambria An expansive waterfall countertop made of Annicca by Cambria adds elegance to the presidential suite. Brittanicca Gold fireplace The showpiece of the purple noir suite is a Brittanicca Gold fireplace surround, which has a mitered and beveled edge. Brittanicca Gold The Brittanicca Gold was carried into the suite bath. The bookmatched slabs are a dramatic backdrop to the freestanding tub. Kyndred Hearth Each of the public areas of the hotel are uniquely defined. One of the most important was Kyndred Hearth, the main restaurant, a space that embodies the Scandinavian concept of hygge (pronounced “hooga”), a coziness shared with friends which makes the winter pleasant. Armitage with a matte finish was selected for the restaurant’s bar. Swanbridge The main attraction of Kyndred Hearth is the wood-fired pizza oven. Swanbridge with a matte finish was used for the countertop. Ella tabletops The elegance of the Ella tabletops complement the wood floors and other materials used in the design of Keras, the Omni’s lounge bar. Brittanicca Gold Matte bar top The Brittanicca Gold Matte bar top at Keras enhances the overall ambience of the space. Golden Dragon Matte The Idlewild Spa expressed a very different aspect of the American Nordic theme. “It’s much softer, much more organic with curved flowing walls that almost tie back to, kind of, the tributaries of a river,” said Hale. “And so everything has a little bit softer edge, a little bit lighter finish, but with that, we need to make sure that these materials stand up to staining and perform well.” Golden Dragon Matte was selected for the reception counter.