View some of the top projects in stone and tile from this year’s Coverings Installation and Design (CID) Awards. Also, the data is in for last year’s U.S. imports of hard surfaces; and, Arpi Nalbandian takes her knowledge of new tile trends home for a kitchen refresh.
Take in the best of natural stone with the latest edition of the Pinnacle Awards from the Natural Stone Institute. Also: recycled stone, more silica updates, and the Museum of Engineered Stone.
The Top 10 stories of 2025; how to gently change a customer’s pick of the wrong stone; a look at the Pantone® Color of the Year.
Reflections on 2025 and what’s coming in 2026. Also, a Montreal restaurant uses natural stone to infuse Old World charm.
First-half 2025 U.S. imports of hard surfaces; bearding the respirators; trends at Cersaie 2025.
NKBA Design Awards; beautiful stone from Cambodia; Brazil-U.S. tariff issues.
Walls, floors, and countertops all shine with the 2024 Coverings Installation and Design Awards.
The 2024 Pinnacle Awards and individual honors from the Natural Stone Institute represent the best in the trade.
The ISFA honors the best works of members from 2024. Also, keep a close eye on recycled water,
Natural stone’s best use is on full display with the Natural Stone Institute’s latest Pinnacle Awards. Also, customers opt for simpler edging.