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Facade stone cladding

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about facade stone cladding

Project • By Geopietra®Apartments

CHALET ANNAPURNA

The Annapurna chalet transpired from the skilful renovation of an old building in a prime position on the Hohnegg plateau. It was expertly designed by the architect Iwan Kiechler from the company Abgottspon Edwin Architekt, and combines the best of old and new and the latest, most efficient technologies in a welcoming and authentic Swiss chalet. Annapurna is undoubtedly one of the most extraordinarily beautiful chalets in Saas-Fee, and has established a new benchmark for quality finishes and the design of luxury resorts. The entire construction is made of reclaimed wood and is covered inside and out with murogeopietra in an extraordinary mix of stone and mortar, creating a unique rustic atmosphere. ©Geopietra The chalet covers... More

Product • By Geopietra®P81 GARDA - Square Profile

P81 GARDA - Square Profile

Available in 1 ShadeSIZE: 50-900 cm2THICKNESS: 3/5 cm In the photograph: Model Garda P81Laying with joint PLUSNormal/full joint with GeoBi mortarCoarse grain Colour SABBIA Geopietra® More

Project • By Geopietra®Private Houses

VILLA PRIVATA

The contemporary architecture of the villa is composed by a shape sorter of volumes, spaces and openings, all in the name of clean shapes. The Creativo model in warm shade and slightly iridescent of Bianco Conchiglia, covers the lower floor and the high volumes that develop vertically from it to support the large terrace. The Creativo model is laid dry in a mix of large and small elements, in the same proportions. Even though the jagged surface of stones, the overall texture results to be homogeneous and linear, capable of enhancing politely the minimalist style of the house. More

Project • By Geopietra®Private Houses

VILLA LA PINETA

Villa La Pineta is an innovative example of residential building replacement in Versilia, standing out for its cutting-edge aesthetics and functionality. The design is based on three main parallel walls that define the interior spaces, while the glass perimeter enclosures ensure brightness and an airy atmosphere throughout. Special attention was paid to construction details and materials, with the goal of achieving energy class A.  During the construction process, the local administration posed some challenges; however, the choice of Geopietra® manufactured stone proved crucial in optimizing space, especially considering wall dimensions. The lightness, ease of installation, and authentic appearance made Geopietra® the ideal so... More

Product • By Geopietra®LEDGE STONE PROFILE

LEDGE STONE PROFILE

Profile featuring a layered, horizontal design with elongated stones. The effect is further accentuated in a dry installation, where particular care is required when forming and finishing joints of the stone veneer. Adding the special GeoFit® pieces highlights the elongated and indented features of the profile. More

Product • By ArriscraftInteriors: Fresco Thin Stone

Interiors: Fresco Thin Stone

Upscale interior spaces with Fresco thin stone from Arriscraft. Fresco adds rustic charm to modern home designs with its beautiful, natural tones and tumbled edges. Made in Cambridge, Ontario, Fresco comes in six standard colour blends with custom options available. This premium thin stone installs like tile.   Arriscraft's calcium silicate Building Stone is made using only natural materials - sand and lime (plus colour pigments). The unique manufacturing process replicates how stone is created in the earth - the raw elements bind naturally to create an inherently strong and fine grain stone. Arriscraft products offer the natural aesthetics and durability of quarried stone, plus the convenience of standard installation and unlimited... More

Project • By BamstoneOffices

Melbourne Central Tower

Natural materials and textures.  Bamstone bluestone interior honed paving and diamond sawn wall cladding and paving at Melbourne Central Tower. Multiple finishes. One unique Australian prodouct.    More
USI Kinesiology - ARRIS-clip Stone Cafe
USI Kinesiology - ARRIS-clip Stone Cafe
Arriscraft ARRIS-clip Cafe
Arriscraft ARRIS-clip sample installation

Project • By ArriscraftUniversities

University of Southern Indiana Kinesiology

The University of Southern Indiana chose Arriscraft’s ARRIS-clip (thin-clad) Rainscreen Stone as they envisioned a modern facility that acknowledged and honored the older stone buildings on campus and also set a new course for the school moving into the future.   According to Cannon Design:  this pivotal project for the University of Southern Indiana expanded and renovated the Physical Activities Center (PAC) to create a new building that serves as a campus icon, enhances student and student-athlete recruitment and bolsters athletics and associated academics programs   The building design employs light, geometry and texture to unite the surrounding campus areas and connect the building to key pedestrian paths. The p... More

Project • By Raj Karan DesignsIndividual Buildings

Flux Farm

The site is a hide away, embraced by the Aravali Range with its greenery punctuated by quarried Rock, Kota village and the ITC golf course.The client being a golf enthusiast and having farming as a hobby, desired to use the place as a weekend getaway from his city life. Client’s brief was to create a farmhouse which would merge with its surroundings. Finishes were to have minimum required maintenance as the place would be used only once in a week. The vocabulary of the place was identified to resonate with the client’s personality - a symphony of contemporary and rustic. The site is of 3 acres, zoning of the which has been done in three parts, Main House, Servant Quarters and the Fields. 1.5 acres allocated to the fields and... More

Product • By ArriscraftFresco Building Stone

Fresco Building Stone

This character rich building stone is perfect for rustic designs and also for matching to stone on historical buildings. Fresco Building Stone combines split face angles and a tumbled finish for an authentic, natural stone finish. Fresco is a full bed building stone available in a traditional, ashlar pattern. Arriscraft's calcium silicate Building Stone is made using only natural materials - sand and lime (plus colour pigments). The unique manufacturing process replicates how stone is created in the earth - the raw elements bind naturally to create an inherently strong and fine grain stone. Arriscraft products offer the natural aesthetics and durability of quarried stone, plus the convenience of standard installation and unlimited supply. More

Product • By ArriscraftARRIS-clip Thin Stone

ARRIS-clip Thin Stone

ARRIS-clip is an innovative thin stone cladding system. The thin stone units are clipped into a channel system making it an efficient and versatile method of adding thin masonry to projects. ARRIS-clip colours co-ordinate with Arriscraft's Renaissance Masonry Units, and so are available in many colour options and in rocked and smooth finishes. Arriscraft's calcium silicate stone is made using only natural materials - sand and lime (plus colour pigments). The unique manufacturing process replicates how stone is created in the earth - the raw elements bind naturally to create an inherently strong and fine grain stone. Arriscraft products offer the natural aesthetics  and durability of quarried stone, plus the convenience of standard ins... More

Product • By ArriscraftUrban Ledgestone Building Stone

Urban Ledgestone Building Stone

This contemporary stone features long lengths in three heights that can be installed efficiently in a coursed fashion (one size continuously).  This natural ledgestone style in sleek lengths delivers a modern, yet authentic aesthetic.   Arriscraft's calcium silicate Building Stone is made using only natural materials - sand and lime (plus colour pigments). The unique manufacturing process replicates how stone is created in the earth - the natural elements bind naturally to create an inherently strong and fine grain stone. Arriscraft products offer the natural aesthetics and durability of quarried stone, plus the convenience of standard installation and unlimited supply. More

Product • By ArriscraftCitadel Building Stone (Ontario CA & Georgia, US)

Citadel Building Stone (Ontario CA & Georgia, US)

  Classic and timeless, Citadel Building Stone adds character to special projects. An authentic, tumbled finish and natural colours deliver the distinctive charm of natural field stone. Immensely popular for both residential and commercial projects, Arriscraft manufactures Citadel at its Cambridge, Ontario, Canada plant and its Fort Valley, Georgia, USA plant - separate colour selections available. Arriscraft’s calcium silicate Building Stone is made using only natural materials - sand and lime (plus color pigments). The unique manufacturing process replicates how stone is created in the earth - the raw elements bind naturally to create an inherently strong and fine grain stone. Arriscraft products offers the natural aesthetics... More

Product • By CUPA STONESTONEPANEL™ INFERCOA

STONEPANEL™ INFERCOA

Natural stone system certified for exteriors, composed by dark-toned, natural slate extracted directly from our quarry in Portugal. Rustic and natural in appearance, the panels are characterized by its rough texture. Natural oxidation. STONEPANEL™ is an innovative system that can be used for any type of exterior and interior natural stone wall cladding application. Each panel is composed by natural stone pieces, mounted on a cement base and reinforced with lightweight glass fiber. Its only 3 cm base thick allows for natural, rustic or aged stone pieces to be arranged in unique ways. Moreover, thanks to its patented anchor system, STONEPANEL™ is the only natural stone panel certified and guaranteed for outdoor use. More

Project • By Golany ArchitectsCommunity Centres

Community Centre for People with Disabilities

The building that was designed by Tel-Aviv based Golany Architects serves people who experience disabilities. Therefore, providing accessibility was essential and indispensable. Accordingly, strict measures were employed, in order to cater for people with special needs, including wheelchair users. Inclusive design approach was implemented, so as to create an environment suiting all. It was important to make sure that the accessibility provision would not result in an unattractive, stigmatizing, remedial environment that announces people's disability, but rather, to create a setting where everyone would feel comfortable and equal. Colors were used to facilitate legibility and orientation. They serve as markers to assist, also those... More