the art of book-matched stone: transforming spaces with the beauty of nature

private residential
Written By Marco Fazio

Book-matched stone is one of the most impressive elements used in the realm of luxury design. This technique, where consecutive slabs of natural stone are placed side by side to mirror each other like the pages of an open book, creates stunning symmetrical patterns that transform a surface into a work of art.

Greylac marble book-matched wall panelling by stoneCIRCLE

Greylac marble book-matched wall panelling

 

At stoneCIRCLE, we specialise in producing and installing book-matched stone panels to walls and floors. We use state-of-the-art technology combined with traditional handskills. The process involves taking stone slabs cut from the same block so that the veins will mirror each other when placed side by side.

 

Breccia Verde di Seravezza vertical book-matched slabs

The next step is to map the stone slabs using special software to visualise how the veins and patterns will align once installed. By rendering the stone digitally, our designers can make precise adjustments to ensure the final product achieves the desired aesthetic impact. This meticulous planning phase allows us to foresee and address potential issues, making execution flawless.

Using advanced CNC machinery, we cut and polish the stone with extreme precision, allowing the natural veins and colours to flow seamlessly from one slab to the next. Despite the technological sophistication, the final stages of our work rely on the skilled hands of our masons, who meticulously finish and inspect each piece to guarantee the highest quality.

 

Greylac marble book-matched floor tiles

The result is nothing short of breathtaking. Book-matched stone creates a dramatic focal point, whether adorning the walls of a grand lobby or sprawling across the floor of an elegant residence. The natural symmetry and intricate patterns evoke a sense of harmony and sophistication, making each installation a timeless statement of luxury.

 

Black Wave marble book-matched floor in extra-large tiles

Arabescato marble book-matched slabs

Calacatta Oro marble book-matched bathroom wall panelling

 

At stoneCIRCLE, we pride ourselves on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with natural stone, providing our clients with not just a product but a masterpiece. Through our dedication to innovation and our unwavering commitment to quality, we help transform rooms into breathtaking spaces where natural beauty and craftsmanship unite.

 

Calacatta Oro marble book-matched bathroom bathtub and wall panelling

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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