Stone Design & Crafts | ADORNO DESIGN

An embodiment of time and nature, Stone has been a cornerstone of human civilization, boasting a rich history and remarkable benefits, including durability, beauty, sustainability, and its presence in various design styles like Minimalist , Coastal, and Space age.

Origins of Stone Design

Introduced to humanity in the prehistoric era as a fundamental building and crafting material.

Main influences were derived from its natural occurrence and the need for shelter and tools.

Originated across the globe, especially in regions like France and India, where stone structures from antiquity stand today.

Emergence in design can be attributed to its easy availability, versatility, and lasting nature.

Techniques in Stone Design

Carving: A subtractive process where designers remove material to achieve the desired form.

Inlay: Incorporating different materials, like Metal or other stones, into a stone piece for decorative effect.

Polishing: Enhancing the stone's natural beauty and creating a smooth finish.

Stacking: Creating structures or artworks by meticulously placing stones atop one another.

Current Uses and Artistic Endeavors in Stone

Lighting: Stone's translucent properties are leveraged to create ambient pieces that glow from within.

Furniture: Offering robustness and elegance, stone is commonly used in tabletops and seating.

Decor: From ornamental sculptures to wall hangings, stone’s versatility shines through.

Benefits include longevity, timeless aesthetics, and eco-friendliness as stone is a natural resource.

The Essence of Stone

From the dawn of civilization, stone has been a constant companion to humanity, marking both our artistic and practical endeavors. Its introduction to design was inevitable; the material's robust nature and global availability make it a favorite for artists and craftsmen. Techniques like carving and inlay have not just shaped the stone, but also the course of art history, presenting us with timeless masterpieces. Today, the canvas of stone artistry extends from ambient lighting to magnificent decor, making each stone piece in our gallery an epitome of human creativity and nature’s grandeur.

Origins of Stone Design

Components Used in Stone

Techniques in Stone Design

Current Uses and Artistic Endeavors in Stone

The Essence of Stone

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Ball Storey Table

Kanyon – Oval Coffee Table With Marble Top

Dolmen – Limestone Console

Polok – Cantera Stone Side Table

Piezas Coffee Table – Marble No. 1

Sanctus Table

Tavola Dei Marmi – Travertine Side Table

Axis – White Marble Side Table

Latte Dining Table – Jabin Wood / Travertine

Lago – Marble Console

Kyushu – Round Marble Side Table

Ball End Table

Eclipse Olo – Sculptural Nightstand

Tavola Dei Marmi – Rosso Levanto Dining Table

Lucrecia – Marble Console

Stricta – Sculptural Dining Table Made Of Lava Stone And Glass Top

Cornerstone – Stone Sidetable

Arch Marble Side Tables

Hourglass Pedestal Alpi Verde Marble

Block Travertine Side Table

Departed Cipollino Marble Side Table

Standard – Marble Slab Coffee Table

Cone Marble Side Tables

Bond Marble Side Tables

Kalaidoscope Coffee Table

Axis – Ovular White Marble Table

Bold Marble Side Tables

Trio Oval Side Tables

Balance Travertine Side Table

Table 154 – Natural Stone / Stainless Steel

Fragments – Limestone / Aluminum Side Table

Trio Round Travertine Side Table

Jack – Round White Marble & Metal Dining Table

Amazonas Stone Table High

Jack – Ovular White Marble & Metal Dining Table

Trapeze Tr4 – Travertine Dining Table

Sync Marble Side Tables

Tavola Dei Marmi – Carrare Marble Table

Axis – Round White Marble & Wood Dining Table

Oom – Marble & Cast Aluminum Coffee Table

Ovni Uovo Black Marble Glass Sculptural Coffee Table

Hashi – Circular Marble Coffee Table

Hrisantema – Low Coffee Table

Balance – Round White Marble Dining Table

Mistral Dining Table

Tinian – Verde Tifone Marble Coffee Table

Tradizione

Axis – Round White Marble Dining Table

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