by Lisa Van Liefde | Apr 8, 2020 | Architectural Stone
Solid reasons to consider hiring an architect for home or landscape projects! Hiring an architect for your construction project, whether home or your landscape, is highly recommended for many reasons. You’ll certainly want to protect your monetary investment. If...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Mar 13, 2019 | French Limestone, Architectural Stone, Client Project
This classic French limestone luxury home sets the bar high. Monarch Stone International collaborated with one of the finest builders and architects on this luxury home in Orange County CA. The features included an exterior fully cladded in French limestone, as well...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Mar 7, 2018 | Architectural Stone, Natural Stone
Specifying an American limestone requires an understanding of its application; function, versatility, durability and value engineering. Limestone from America is primarily obtained from quarries in Kansas, Indiana and Texas. American limestone is one of the leading...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Jun 7, 2017 | Architectural Stone, Natural Stone
The Value of Natural Stone For Your Home We’ve discussed many times in previous posts, the intrinsic value of natural stone for your home. Although the cost of natural stone may initially seem higher than alternatives, it’s important to remember that natural stone...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Mar 16, 2017 | Santa Barbara Sandstone, Architectural Stone, Client Project
High school campus building chooses Santa Barabara Sandstone veneer Eastlake High School in Chula Vista, CA, has a beautiful performing arts center on campus; The Ruth Chapman Performing Arts Center. The Center hosts numerous school and community activities and is the...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Feb 1, 2017 | Architectural Stone, Cobblestone
Monarch Stone International is proud to announce we have won for the fourth year in a row, “Best Of Design” for 2017 on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design! We are worldwide natural stone experts and suppliers for interior/exterior stone...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Dec 6, 2016 | Architectural Stone
Carving in French limestone leaves a lasting impression! Monarch Stone International was the stone manager and supplier of French limestone for a memorable custom home located in Newport Beach, California. The home’s legacy is ensured by virtue of the fully clad...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Feb 10, 2016 | Architectural Stone, Cobblestone
Monarch Stone International is proud to announce we have won for the third year in a row, “Best Of Design” for 2016 on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design! Our 39 year old company was chosen by the more than 35 million monthly unique users...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Oct 22, 2015 | Architectural Stone, Cobblestone, Curb, Social Media
Houzz is a powerful web site and online community about architecture, interior design and decorating, landscape design and home improvement. If you’ve taken a look through either of Monarch Stone International’s two blogs on www.MonarchStoneInternational.com or...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Apr 10, 2015 | Architectural Stone, Natural Stone
Monarch Stone International understands the challenges of the stone selection process – whether matching pre-existing, restoration work, or new construction. Our stone expertise will guide you through the multitude of decisions that go far beyond the perfect...