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Written By Marco Fazio

The Enduring Beauty of Natural Stone

outdoor stone artwork by stoneCIRCLE
 

As the days grow longer and warmer, our attention turns to the outdoors—spaces that invite us to dine al fresco, host friends, or unwind beside the pool. In summer, gardens become living rooms, and patios feel like part of the home. There’s no better time to invest in transforming these spaces with the timeless beauty of natural stone.

 

At stoneCIRCLE, we have been creating outdoor stonework for over 50 years. From beautifully paved walkways to bespoke garden furniture, and classic limestone patios to stunning marble art pieces, our outdoor installations enhance both functionality and aesthetic brilliance in your landscape.

 

Why Stone is the Natural Choice

For good reason, stone has been utilised for millennia in external architecture. It is naturally resilient, weathering beautifully over time and gracefully enduring the elements. It ages, settles, and becomes part of the place.

 

Our clients love how a hand-finished limestone bench or riven slate paving lends a sense of permanence and elegance to their garden design. With a wide range of materials and finishes available, from smooth polished granite to antiqued travertine, we can tailor every element to suit your vision.

 

Popular Stone Types for Outdoor Living

When it comes to outdoor areas, certain stone types truly shine:

  • Granite: Strong, non-porous, and available in many colours, granite is ideal for everything from barbecue surrounds to garden tables.

  • Limestone: Subtle, natural, and versatile—perfect for paving, steps, and walling that blend seamlessly into a traditional or contemporary garden.

  • Slate: Riven slate improves slip-resistance and offers a bold look for walkways and pool edges.

  • Travertine: Warm-toned and full of character, travertine is often used for pool surrounds and patio flooring thanks to its comfort underfoot.

  • Sandstone (e.g. York stone): A classic British choice, sandstone offers natural texture and earthy tones, ideal for traditional paving, rustic steps and terraces. Durable and full of character, York stone is a popular pick for its timeless appeal and hard-wearing performance.

No matter your taste, our experts will assist you in selecting the perfect stone for its intended purpose—and provide guidance on care and maintenance to ensure it looks its best for years to come.

 

Outdoor Living, the stoneCIRCLE Way

Our state-of-the-art factory in Basingstoke, equipped with the latest CNC and waterjet cutting technology, enables us to create precise, custom designs. However, the finishing touches—applied by hand by our skilled masons—bring each piece to life.

 

We produce and install:

  • Custom patios and terraces, copings and pier caps

  • Treads and risers

  • Pool surrounds and garden benches

  • Firepits, kitchen counters, and dining tables for outdoor entertaining

  • Decorative features, artwork and statuary

Whether you’re enhancing a country garden or creating a sleek, contemporary terrace, our team works with you to design outdoor spaces that are both functional and inspiring.

 
 

Let’s Bring Your Vision to Life

Every project begins with a conversation. Contact us to arrange an appointment at our Basingstoke showroom. Allow us to help you bring stone to life this summer—in your garden, by your pool, or wherever you desire the timeless beauty of nature underfoot.

 
Outdoor stone work by stoneCIRCLE
Marco Fazio

Marco Joe Fazio is CCO and director of photography at space+style™ by marco joe fazio Ltd, working in fashion, hospitality, food & drink, architecture and design.

Born and raised in Tuscany, Italy, Marco learned the rudiments of photography and the magic of the darkroom in his early school years. Thereafter, he worked in architecture, interior, and lighting design for two decades. During those years, Marco founded an award-winning architectural studio and managed a multidisciplinary design team, working mainly for fashion industry clients.

Since moving to London in 2008, Marco has been recognised as a Chartered Architect of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) while pursuing his dream of connecting the worlds of architecture, design, and fashion from the photographer's perspective.

After years of passionate dedication, hard work and professional achievements, he was awarded the Fellowship certification (FBIPP) by the British Institute of Professional Photography and won the Peter Grugeon Award for the Best Fellowship of the Year in 2016. Subsequently, he has been admitted as a member of the highly regarded Association of Photographers (AOP). 

Having achieved a stronghold in coordinated image and photography for the design and fashion world, Marco has taken his expertise into the hospitality market; luxury and boutique hotels, fine dining restaurants, and the drinks and beverage industry are all reaping benefits from his services.

Today, Marco is leading his agency in assignments in the hospitality, fashion, and design industries.

Creative photography, cinematography, coordinated images and brand marketing form the core of his services.

Thanks to more than a decade in the music industry, Marco has expendable knowledge in composition and sound engineering. That knowledge is a valuable asset in creating licensed soundtracks and magnetic sound designs for commercial productions.

Marco's passion and another branch of his business are mentoring and nurturing new visual arts talents. In 2016, he launched "telling [fashion] stories" – photography & set design workshops – and more recently, he has become a lecturer for the School of Art and Creative Industries at London South Bank University (LSBU).

The crossover between genres and industries is a peculiar and essential factor in his work, contributing to thinking outside the box and achieving a unique style rich in symbolism and content.

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