The Globo di Luce pendants in the kitchen are by Roberto Menghi for Fontana Arte.
The Globo di Luce pendants in the kitchen are by Roberto Menghi for Fontana Arte.
Pietra Serena tiles unite the living room, dining room, and kitchen under a mahogany ceiling. San Siro Wall Lamps by De Majo surround a Monti sectional sofa by Dellarobbia.
Pietra Serena tiles unite the living room, dining room, and kitchen under a mahogany ceiling. San Siro Wall Lamps by De Majo surround a Monti sectional sofa by Dellarobbia.
Fusion Pietra di Piombo flooring
Fusion Pietra di Piombo flooring
Waterfall island in Pietra Cardosa
Waterfall island in Pietra Cardosa
The metaphors uniting the different facets of the Cenni di Cambiamento housing development in Milan are community and sustainability, so it only follows the mixed-use project would also be a showcase of timber-frame construction.
The metaphors uniting the different facets of the Cenni di Cambiamento housing development in Milan are community and sustainability, so it only follows the mixed-use project would also be a showcase of timber-frame construction.
Di Marmore marble floors and walls clad the master bathroom.
Di Marmore marble floors and walls clad the master bathroom.
The kitchen island countertop is clad in Neolith's Pietra di Piombo solid surface with bespoke routed timber panels at either side.
The kitchen island countertop is clad in Neolith's Pietra di Piombo solid surface with bespoke routed timber panels at either side.
MARIO BOTTA, sketch of Church San Giovanni Battista (Saint John the Baptist).  Image via: Pietra di Paragone.
MARIO BOTTA, sketch of Church San Giovanni Battista (Saint John the Baptist). Image via: Pietra di Paragone.
The kitchen counters are Pietra Gray marble, which complements the refinement of the spotted gum timber joinery.
The kitchen counters are Pietra Gray marble, which complements the refinement of the spotted gum timber joinery.
Designed by Doug Burdge of Burdge & Associates in Malibu.
Casa di Pietra evokes a sophisticated, trendy vibe that only Malibu can offer.
Designed by Doug Burdge of Burdge & Associates in Malibu. Casa di Pietra evokes a sophisticated, trendy vibe that only Malibu can offer.
Designtex worked with 3M to develop a line of architectural finishes that provide the look of patterns, woodgrain, leather, faux stone, natural weaves and even brushed metal in a durable adhesive overylay. At left, WG-157 at work in a restaurant commission; at right, WG-1071 is shown in the 3M Center's Executive Dining Room.
Designtex worked with 3M to develop a line of architectural finishes that provide the look of patterns, woodgrain, leather, faux stone, natural weaves and even brushed metal in a durable adhesive overylay. At left, WG-157 at work in a restaurant commission; at right, WG-1071 is shown in the 3M Center's Executive Dining Room.
Di Vece Arquitectos, Capilla del Lago (2010) 

Working on a slightly smaller scale, this waterfront, open-air structure in Michoacán, Mexico, boasts supports that function like a cluster of votives at night.

Photo courtesy Di Vece Arquitectos
Di Vece Arquitectos, Capilla del Lago (2010) Working on a slightly smaller scale, this waterfront, open-air structure in Michoacán, Mexico, boasts supports that function like a cluster of votives at night. Photo courtesy Di Vece Arquitectos
The bathroom has been entirely clad in large Fior di Bosco marble panels, creating a simple backdrop for the arrangement of plants overlooked by the tub.
The bathroom has been entirely clad in large Fior di Bosco marble panels, creating a simple backdrop for the arrangement of plants overlooked by the tub.
In the kitchen, the countertops and backsplash are Pietra Cardosa stone and the cabinetry is whitened maple and an ebony-stained charcoal oak, to sync with the rest of the case goods throughout the home.
In the kitchen, the countertops and backsplash are Pietra Cardosa stone and the cabinetry is whitened maple and an ebony-stained charcoal oak, to sync with the rest of the case goods throughout the home.
Earthy, organic materials were favored for the home's composition. The exterior palette features Pietra Serena limestone, color-integral stucco, metal panels, and stained cedar.
Earthy, organic materials were favored for the home's composition. The exterior palette features Pietra Serena limestone, color-integral stucco, metal panels, and stained cedar.
Interior finishes include wide-plank European white oak flooring, Pietra Serena limestone slab inlays, rift cut white oak cabinetry, and wax steel detailing.
Interior finishes include wide-plank European white oak flooring, Pietra Serena limestone slab inlays, rift cut white oak cabinetry, and wax steel detailing.
Photo via Fondazione La Biennale di Venezia
Photo via Fondazione La Biennale di Venezia
In this sleek kitchen renovation in San Francisco, the kitchen backsplash is an easy-to-clean glass backsplash that mimics the glossy finish of the surrounding white cabinets. Painters accomplished the high-gloss finish on the cabinets of a kitchen in San Francisco by applying a coat of paint, polishing it with very high-grit sandpaper, repeating the process for each layer, then topping it with three coats of clear varnish. "It’s like an auto body," says builder Jeff King. "It’s incredibly beautiful." The island provides shelving space and storage as well as a second sink, an is topped with pietra grigio marble.
In this sleek kitchen renovation in San Francisco, the kitchen backsplash is an easy-to-clean glass backsplash that mimics the glossy finish of the surrounding white cabinets. Painters accomplished the high-gloss finish on the cabinets of a kitchen in San Francisco by applying a coat of paint, polishing it with very high-grit sandpaper, repeating the process for each layer, then topping it with three coats of clear varnish. "It’s like an auto body," says builder Jeff King. "It’s incredibly beautiful." The island provides shelving space and storage as well as a second sink, an is topped with pietra grigio marble.
The 510 Cabin is one of Leggitt's designs, executed with the help of student apprentices.
The 510 Cabin is one of Leggitt's designs, executed with the help of student apprentices.
Silvano Zamò, third-generation winemaker at Le Vigne di Zamò winery, and his wife Brigitte tasked architecture firm GEZA with a holiday home on a hilltop location in the tiny northern Italian village of Camporosso, not far from the ski resort Monte Lussari.
Silvano Zamò, third-generation winemaker at Le Vigne di Zamò winery, and his wife Brigitte tasked architecture firm GEZA with a holiday home on a hilltop location in the tiny northern Italian village of Camporosso, not far from the ski resort Monte Lussari.
Solid Patterns marble tables for Luce di Carrara. Photo by Scheltens & Abbenes.
Solid Patterns marble tables for Luce di Carrara. Photo by Scheltens & Abbenes.
A jewel-toned pile of piastre di oro da spelare.
A jewel-toned pile of piastre di oro da spelare.
The cheese cave at Di Bruno Brothers delivers dairy delicacies.
The cheese cave at Di Bruno Brothers delivers dairy delicacies.
A Di Marmore stone countertop in the child's bathroom.
A Di Marmore stone countertop in the child's bathroom.
In remodeling a compact Milan apartment, designers Roberto Di Stefano and Alessandro Bongiorni introduced sliding glass doors by Eclisse where a single door once stood to improve connection to the outdoors. In the brightened kitchen, a Comprex cabinet system pairs with Neff appliances. Domenico Mori tiles cover the range hood.
In remodeling a compact Milan apartment, designers Roberto Di Stefano and Alessandro Bongiorni introduced sliding glass doors by Eclisse where a single door once stood to improve connection to the outdoors. In the brightened kitchen, a Comprex cabinet system pairs with Neff appliances. Domenico Mori tiles cover the range hood.
Pietra Cardoza is a natural stone which is perfect for those looking for a matte grey finish on their surfaces. 

Seen in this kitchen countertop, the Pietra Cardoza has some light veining with a honed finish.

Find out more about this stone: http://www.egmcorp.com/pietra/pietra-cardoza
Pietra Cardoza is a natural stone which is perfect for those looking for a matte grey finish on their surfaces. Seen in this kitchen countertop, the Pietra Cardoza has some light veining with a honed finish. Find out more about this stone: www.egmcorp.com/pie...
The cover of Murakami Versailles.
The cover of Murakami Versailles.
Massimo pours the first of several wines created on-site. Among the wines we tasted were Poggio alla Guardia, le Sughere di Rocca di Frassinello, and Rocca di Frassinello, the very first label produced.
Massimo pours the first of several wines created on-site. Among the wines we tasted were Poggio alla Guardia, le Sughere di Rocca di Frassinello, and Rocca di Frassinello, the very first label produced.
Sunset pendants by Treviso-based Torremato illuminate a custom table and bench as well as a trio of Eames chairs. Di Stefano and Bongiorno used lighting to structure the open plan: “We put accents on focus points; we didn’t want the light completely spread out,” Di Stefano says.
Sunset pendants by Treviso-based Torremato illuminate a custom table and bench as well as a trio of Eames chairs. Di Stefano and Bongiorno used lighting to structure the open plan: “We put accents on focus points; we didn’t want the light completely spread out,” Di Stefano says.
Ceppo di Gre tiles from ABC Worldwide Stone give the master bath an elegant finish.
Ceppo di Gre tiles from ABC Worldwide Stone give the master bath an elegant finish.
A backsplash of hexagonal Carrara marble from Australia's Di Lorenzo Tile offsets the minimalist white cabinetry and countertops in this kitchen styled by Jackie Brown.
A backsplash of hexagonal Carrara marble from Australia's Di Lorenzo Tile offsets the minimalist white cabinetry and countertops in this kitchen styled by Jackie Brown.
Though the home’s common areas are largely white and monotone, the kitchen introduces a pop of red, the owner’s favorite color, through the glossy AGC kitchen backsplash. Stone pietra cardosa counters are used on the center island, along with white Corian around the perimeter. A Miele range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and Piston stools by Shin and Tomako Azumi complete the space.
Though the home’s common areas are largely white and monotone, the kitchen introduces a pop of red, the owner’s favorite color, through the glossy AGC kitchen backsplash. Stone pietra cardosa counters are used on the center island, along with white Corian around the perimeter. A Miele range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and Piston stools by Shin and Tomako Azumi complete the space.
The 1956 all-white La Casa di Ucello Bianca, designed by an unkown architect, was carefully restored by its current owners.
The 1956 all-white La Casa di Ucello Bianca, designed by an unkown architect, was carefully restored by its current owners.
Pendant by Matthew Fairbank Design.
Pendant by Matthew Fairbank Design.
OneButton chose Definitive Technology’s DI 6.5S models for their superb sound quality and matte-white finish. A Corian grille hides the subwoofer.
OneButton chose Definitive Technology’s DI 6.5S models for their superb sound quality and matte-white finish. A Corian grille hides the subwoofer.
Clock by Ding3000 for Discipline.
Clock by Ding3000 for Discipline.

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