Introducing a Very Refined Backgammon Set

Crafted from Azul Cielo and White Onyx

At stoneCIRCLE, we blend traditional hand skills with modern technology to create unique stonecraft pieces. Recently, we produced a bespoke backgammon set with board and stones from Azul Cielo marble and White Onyx for a client. This stunning set is not just a game but a statement piece.

backgammon set in Azul Cielo and White Onyx by stoneCIRCLE - photo by Marco Joe Fazio
 

Our state-of-the-art CNC machinery ensured precise designs while our skilled masons added the final touches, guaranteeing a flawless finish. The result is a luxurious backgammon set that enhances any space, whether a private residence or a hotel lounge.

 

Backgammon is a game of strategy and elegance, and this set elevates the experience. It is both a functional game and a striking centrepiece, perfect for any sophisticated environment.

 

At stoneCIRCLE, we are committed to innovation and craftsmanship, creating pieces that are as enduring as the stone we use. Contact us to learn how we can transform your space with the beauty of natural stone.

 
 

project details

materials: Azul Cielo, White Onyx

photography: Marco Fazio

Marco Fazio

Marco Joe Fazio is Chief Creative Officer and Director of Photography at space+style™ by Marco Joe Fazio Ltd, where he leads visual storytelling, photography, cinematography and content strategy for clients across hospitality, food & drink, fashion, architecture and design.

Born and raised in Tuscany, Italy, Marco discovered photography at an early age through traditional film and darkroom printing. Before becoming a full-time photographer, he spent two decades working in architecture, interior architecture and lighting design, founding an award-winning practice and leading multidisciplinary teams on projects for international fashion brands.

After moving to London in 2008, Marco became a Chartered Architect with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), combining his architectural background with a distinctive photographic approach that connects people, spaces and brands through visual storytelling.

His work has been recognised with the Fellowship of the British Institute of Professional Photography (FBIPP), together with the prestigious Peter Grugeon Award for Best Fellowship of the Year in 2016. He is also a member of the Association of Photographers (AOP).

Today, Marco specialises in creating strategic visual content for luxury hospitality, boutique hotels, restaurants, drinks brands, interior designers and manufacturers. His work combines commercial photography, cinematography and brand storytelling to help businesses communicate their expertise, craftsmanship and identity through compelling visual narratives.

Alongside his visual practice, Marco brings more than a decade of experience in music composition and sound engineering, enabling him to create bespoke soundtracks and immersive sound design that complement his film productions.

Education and mentoring remain central to his professional practice. He founded the telling [fashion] stories workshop series and lectures in photography and visual communication at London South Bank University (LSBU), supporting the next generation of creative professionals.

The combination of architecture, photography, filmmaking and music gives Marco a distinctive multidisciplinary perspective, allowing him to create work that is visually refined, emotionally engaging and strategically aligned with each client's brand.

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