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If all goes well, Philae will be released from the space probe Rosetta on November 12th to land on Comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko
Natural stone and glass are the distinguishing factors of Leipzig’s new University complex
Architect Erick van Egeraat is purposely going against the trend in Germany to refurbish and reproduce facsimiles of original historic buildings
The USA have defined standards for sustainability of natural stone production
Factors such as energy and water consumption during production or exposure to emissions or pollution at the place of work
Circular pool in Tuscany Bercagli travertine
Vaselli–Spirito Pietra Company uses local natural stone for a pool in hilly regions
A new lease on life for marble
Designers Paolo Ulian and Moreno Ratti reclaim used natural stone tiles and turns them into high-end products
The Marble Institute of America (MIA) seeks a Technical Advisor to join its staff
Candidate must have at least 5 years’ Stone Industry Experience / Location in Oberlin, Ohio (preferred)
Marble butterflies at hand
Italian jewelry designer Sara Devoti combines super-thin natural stone with precious metals
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Jerusalem Stone from Israel is the cladding the monumental remake of the Temple of Salomon situated in São Paulo
The Liszts and Beethovens of marble are under way in the name of the stone branch
Once again Marmomacc demonstrates that natural stone is currently experiencing a new lease on life with a number of new opportunities
Abu Dhabi’s new business district includes a green oasis with reference to the desert
Architect Martha Schwartz created a center for peace and quiet in Sowwah Square including ample natural stone, and flora