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Bertha Shortiss: “Sculpture is like a jar for energy. It’s like telling a story, finished by the observer”
The Swiss sculptress finds inspiration through reflection and nature to create her monumental and small format stone works
“Black and Stone” in Scotland by Studio Mallet: A new build set into the ruins of an old country house
The façade design – light stone for the old walls, dark wood for the new structure – frames the building against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains
Extension of a Victorian terraced house in Bristol using eco-friendly Stonebricks
The aim was to respect the historic brickwork of the original building while complementing it with modern materials in the new extension
Looking back at Xiamen Stone Fair 2026 (3): the “Stone Infinite Product Design Show“ unlocked the material‘s potential for furniture and contemporary living
Eight designers explored everyday objects made of stone
“Brick has shaped cultural history” was the motto of the International Congress on Brick Architecture in Wismar, Germany
As “stonebricks” are becoming increasingly popular in the natural stone industry, we attended an expert meeting focused on the fired-clay variants of these building materials
Sydney’s new airport showcases Australian sandstone in a prominent way
In the arrivals hall, the walls – and other elements – are clad in a native yellow natural stone featuring striking brown veining
The Natural Stone Strategic Alliance’s (NSSA) first General Assembly was held at Maromomac 2026
Initial projects will focus on sustainability (including EPDs and quarry reclamation), silicosis prevention, and will explore opportunities for a U.S. event dedicated entirely to natural stone
