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“Stories in Stone”
Inspiration, ideas, and expert tips from the team at stoneCIRCLE, crafted for homeowners who love timeless design.
Discover how natural and composite stone can transform your home, from kitchens and bathrooms to gardens and outdoor living.
Every slab tells a story of nature, craft, and design.
In our blog, we share ideas, behind-the-scenes insights, and styling inspiration to help you choose the perfect stone for your home. Whether you’re planning a new kitchen, a serene bathroom, or an elegant outdoor space, discover how to bring enduring beauty into your everyday life.
Blistering on quartz composite worktops
Find out about blistering on quartz worktops, why it occurs and how to avoid it.
stoneCIRCLE & stoneWORKTOP
We talk you through the differences between our two brands, stoneCIRCLE and stoneWORKTOP.
Onice Smeralda Kitchen in West London
A bespoke kitchen in West London, designed by Rundell Associates and fabricated by stoneCIRCLE, features full Onice Smeralda onyx cladding and a sculptural island with a concealed stainless steel sink. This project highlights the precision and flexibility of natural stone in high-end residential interiors.
How Do Quartz Countertops Differ from Granite or Marble?
Explore the differences between quartz, granite, marble, and the lesser-known but stunning quartzite. From quartz’s low maintenance to quartzite’s marble-like elegance with superior durability, discover the best countertop material for your space with stoneCIRCLE’s expert guide.
stoneCIRCLE cookbook
Order one of your kitchen worktops and get a complementary copy of the stoneCIRCLE Cookbook.
3 Outstanding Stone Looks to try in your New Kitchen
Transform your kitchen with stunning stonework! From timeless white quartz to bold black granite and chic grey tones, we share three standout stone looks to inspire your renovation. Discover durable, stylish materials like Silestone, Dekton, and granite to create a kitchen that’s functional and beautiful.
Homemade Spaghettoni with Black Truffle and Aged Parmesan
In the final CookBook Stories episode, Chef Lorenzo Salami prepares his signature Spaghettoni with Black Truffle on our stunning Belvedere granite worktop. Jeff and Steve Vanhinsbergh join him, sharing stoneCIRCLE’s history and ties to Italian stone suppliers. Watch the recipe video filmed in our stone yard, where craftsmanship meets culinary artistry.
Apple, Sage, and Cider Pork Loins
This summer, chefs Greg Emmerson and Lorenzo Salami return to our stoneyard's outdoor kitchen. Greg, with Donna Thacker, shares his mouthwatering Apple, Sage, and Cider Pork Loins recipe, showcasing our stunning Calacatta Magnifico Quartz worktops. Watch the full video and discover how our bespoke worktops can transform your kitchen. Receive a free consultation and a complimentary Cookbook Stories Volume 2 with your purchase.
Beef Tartare with hazelnut and pickled mushrooms
Unveiling the exquisite fusion of stone elegance and outdoor culinary excellence with this recipe by chef Lorenzo Salami.
Barbecue Squid, Miso Chilli Sweet Potato and Cromer Crab
Savour the essence of summer: unveiling Chef Greg Emmerson’s exquisite recipe.
Chocolate Delice with textures of raspberry
Chef Lorenzo Salami teaches us to prepare a refreshing and colourful dessert on our Ivory Fantasy granite worktop.
Butternut Squash on Calacatta Magnifico
This month, we proudly present a mouthwatering recipe crafted by the renowned Greg Emmerson, flawlessly complemented by our exquisite quartz worktop, Calacatta Magnifico.
Homemade Ravioli with mushrooms, burrata and balsamic vinegar reduction
Chef Lorenzo Salami teaches us to prepare homemade ravioli.
Mackerel with Apples and Beetroot Chutney on Verona Quartz
Chef Greg Emmerson shows us how to prepare a delicious mackerel recipe
Tuna Tartare on Vintage Belvedere
Watch Lorenzo Salami in action, chatting with Donna Thacker and showing us how to make one of his signature dishes, Tuna Tartare. Filmed in our stone yard.
Let’s cook outdoors!
We’ve created a new edition of our cookbook for our clients and videos featuring master chefs cooking outside on beautiful stone worktops.
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