Perennial favourite

Few design products prove their worth generation after generation offering both functionality and attractiveness. Fewer still have the adaptability to suit any design scheme.

Natural stone products have a lasting quality that no other product can even come close to, says Original Stone sales manager David Salenius.

"Stone has a soft, subtle look that belies its robust qualities, making it equally suitable to interior or exterior applications."

With the increasing focus on seamless connectivity of indoor and outdoor living spaces, natural stone has another quality a non-slip surface that makes it a popular choice, especially around swimming pools and other wet areas.

For the home featured on this page Tuscan© Moire Sandstone was chosen for its density it is known to be a lot hardier than other sandstones its unique colour variations, and because it works well in contemporary or classical design schemes.

Original Stone supplies solid stone products to architects, retailers, tradespeople and developers throughout New Zealand. This home, together with a number of others featuring solid stone products from Original Stone, can be viewed on the company's website.

For more information, contact the Auckland or Wellington offices of Original Stone, freephone 0800 157 340. Or visit the website: www.originalstone.co.nz.