In this article, we are showing you some of the Natural Stone materials that have been used in some of the international projects we have been involved in over the years.
Maltese Upper Coraline Hardstone Limestone
This is the top layer and youngest formation of Limestone found in Malta, approximately ~7-5 million years old, of Messinian age. This hardstone limestone provides great strength and fortification and is used in constructions globally for these primary features. Its unique appearance and features are only found on the islands of Malta, Comino and Gozo. The Coraline Limestone is a pale-grey limestone.
For the Valletta City Gate project in Malta, 12,000 Cubic Meters of this Limestone were required. In order to fulfil the substantial requirements, a quarry was constructed and opened on the island coastline.
View more information and photos on the Valletta City Gate project
Statuarietto Polished Marble
Quarried from the Apuan Alps above Carrara, where more marble has been quarried than any other place on earth, the Statuarietto Marble is a common type, famed for its ‘busy’ appearance of strong veining and a stunning white pearl glow. Thanks to its pure whiteness it can make any place look more refreshing and spacious than it already is.
For the City Center DC Conrad Hotel in Washington D.C., the Statuarietto Marble was added to the interior and exterior of this 350-room hotel and retail complex. Doesn’t it look fabulous!
View more information and photos on the City Center DC Conrad Hotel – Washington D.C. project
Silver Travertine & Roman Striato Travertine
Silver Travertine
This form of limestone deposited by mineral springs in Italy consists of a silver colour where beige hues form horizontally that can turn from grey into brown and sometimes green. This porous structured stone is often used in construction as a building material for houses, offices, hospitals etc.
Roman Striato Travertine
Another gorgeous material that is deposited by the mineral springs in Italy is this Roman Striato Travertine. It has a clear and warm colour about it where beige and hazelnut hues are seen scattered through the surface, with gangs of colours that cross through the stone in the sense of length.
We were very lucky to have the opportunity to source these two stones for the FKI Tower in Seoul, South Korea.
- 3,000 M2 Silver Travertine for the floor
- 12,000 M2 Roman Striato Travertine for the walls
View more information and photos on the Federation of Korean Industries (FKI) Tower – Seoul, Korea project
Marianna Cream Limestone
Quarried in Italy, this kind of beige limestone is suitable for interior and exterior use leaving a lot of scope for the creativity of architects and builders. It can be processed into many different finishes too.
For the George W. Bush Presidential Library, 3,500 M2 Marianna Cream Limestone was required.
View more information and photos on the George W. Bush Presidential Library – Dallas, TX project
Luna Black Granite, Striato Travertine & Blanco de Macael Marble
Luna Black Granite
This granite quarried out of Italy is a versatile stone and used in interiors and exteriors of buildings. The appearance has a mottled effect that is beautiful and has many hard-wearing properties.
Striato Travertine
Quarried out of Italy, this durable Travertine offers uniformity and high abrasion resistance. Striato Travertine is vein cut and features stripes throughout the tile that are particularly distinct from the other. It also has excellent structural characteristics, which allow it to be used for multiple applications.
Blanco de Macael Marble
This Spanish marble is extracted from Macael, a place where Spain’s quarries are favoured by the Mediterranean atmosphere and its olive groves, almond trees and fig trees. This particular stone stands out for the purity of its white colour and delicate textures. You will notice some greyish veins throughout the surface too.
It is suitable for any type of interior or exterior application thanks to the versatility of its extraordinary design.
We reconstructed, designed, specified and sourced these three natural stones for 551 West 21st Street – New York, NY.
- 32,500 sq ft Luna Black Granite
- 15,000 sq ft Striato Travertine
- 22,500 sq ft Blanco de Macael Marble
View more information and photos on 551 West 21st Street – New York, NY project
All of these natural materials have created lots of stunning buildings worldwide, and we are proud of each and every one of them. We are the go-to first point of contact for many international blue-chip clients and designers seeking sound, unbiased, independent advice, both when they are contemplating the use of dimensional stone in their projects and to assist in its reliable provision. Contact us today!
