There’s a colorless, odorless, and largely benign gas that humanity just can’t get enough of. We produce 40 trillion kg of carbon dioxide each year, and we’re on track to cross a crucial emissions threshold that will cause global temperature rise to pass the dangerous 2°C limit set by the Paris climate agreement. On a planet where global concentrations of atmospheric carbon dioxide are higher than at any other time in human history, the need for game-changing solutions is escalating. Carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies, which remove tons of carbon dioxide from industrial processes an ..read more

When you finally want your dream landscape to happen it doesn’t start with a patio, plantings, water feature or even shrubs. It starts by working with a landscape designer to create your Site Plan. A site plan is a comprehensive plan of action intended to guide growth and development. It documents every last detail of your space. You can create a master plan for professional success, for personal growth, for a community, and you can create a master plan for your home and landscape design. A Landscape Design Master Plan is even recommended for homeowners with smaller projects, because a design ..read more

Our clients have been enjoying their authentic antique reclaimed cobblestone driveway, and recently shared additional photos. These images are special because they’ve been taken by a drone camera which is the only way to capture the massive 10,700 foot driveway. Our earlier post on this exceptional project described how the Coleman’s desired to find an authentic European cobblestone with a specific color request for their beautiful home in Missouri. On their many trips to Europe, they fell in love with the quaint cobblestone streets. The Coleman’s were looking for a darker, consistent color ..read more

Our clients have been enjoying their authentic antique reclaimed cobblestone driveway, and recently shared additional photos. These images are special because they’ve been taken by a drone camera which is the only way to capture the massive 10,700 foot driveway. Our earlier post on this exceptional project described how the Coleman’s desired to find an authentic European cobblestone with a specific color request for their beautiful home in Missouri. On their many trips to Europe, they fell in love with the quaint cobblestone streets. The Coleman’s were looking for a darker, consistent color ..read more

A new patio is an exciting and functional addition to your backyard. There are many areas of the design that can lead to long term satisfaction – or – headaches. The experts from Houzz suggest, choose your materials wisely, which includes incorporating natural stone. Natural stone for flooring including patios, is a classic and long-lasting material that works well with almost any home and landscape design. Although natural stone is generally the most expensive paving option, locally sourced stone might be more economical than you would expect — and also more environmentally friendly, as it wo ..read more

A new patio is an exciting and functional addition to your backyard. There are many areas of the design that can lead to long term satisfaction – or – headaches. The experts from Houzz suggest, choose your materials wisely, which includes incorporating natural stone. Natural stone for flooring including patios, is a classic and long-lasting material that works well with almost any home and landscape design. Although natural stone is generally the most expensive paving option, locally sourced stone might be more economical than you would expect — and also more environmentally friendly, as it wo ..read more

We’re proud to be a member of The Natural Stone Institute, a trade association representing every aspect of the natural stone industry. The organization offers a wide array of technical and training resources, professional development opportunities, regulatory advocacy.  Access to resources through NSI, allow us to provide our clients with the latest understanding of natural stone products and their applications. “There is no bad stone, only inappropriate selections for a given application and unrealistic expectations for a given stone type in a specific application…”  Natural Stone ..read more

Learn how simple swaps — or a different approach — can reduce your yard’s water consumption Keeping your landscape’s water use low is a must if you live in a drought-prone area. But it’s a good approach to take even if you live in a region that doesn’t face water shortages, as reducing dependence on water sources other than natural rainfall can benefit the local ecosystem and the planet as a whole. Read on to learn about steps you can take to cut back on water use while creating a beautiful, vibrant landscape. Watering Guidelines Providing the correct amount of water, making sure it goes direc ..read more

Learn how simple swaps — or a different approach — can reduce your yard’s water consumption Keeping your landscape’s water use low is a must if you live in a drought-prone area. But it’s a good approach to take even if you live in a region that doesn’t face water shortages, as reducing dependence on water sources other than natural rainfall can benefit the local ecosystem and the planet as a whole. Read on to learn about steps you can take to cut back on water use while creating a beautiful, vibrant landscape. Watering Guidelines Providing the correct amount of water, making sure it goes direc ..read more

Reducing energy demand and CO2 emissions is more important now than ever. And because the construction industry makes a major contribution to global CO2 emissions and energy consumption, construction products should have the lowest possible environmental impact. In a recently published Natural Stone Institute Fall 2021 article there is a comparison between natural stone and other common building materials. It becomes clear that natural stone is by far more sustainable than other materials. So it’s no coincidence that we, as a leading company in the natural stone industry, have a vision that sa ..read more