by Lisa Van Liefde | Jan 21, 2022 | Client Project, Cobblestone, Reclaimed Stone
This early 20th century Craftsman style home in New York had been extensively re-designed by Jessie Chapman and Peter LaBau with Goodhouse Design a few years ago. The next phase was an addition of a Carriage House, designed to maintain the look of the main home, and...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Nov 16, 2021 | Cobblestone, Reclaimed Stone
Belgium (or Belgian) Block, called “Setts” in Europe, is quarried granite used for driveway paving or edging, walkways or paving for commercial projects. Belgium Block or Setts, also known as cobblestones, come in rectangular shapes, usually identified by their larger...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Sep 10, 2021 | Basalt Stone, Client Project, Cobblestone, Reclaimed Stone
Monarch Stone International specializes in sourcing and supplying unique stone from around the world! Our main specialty is reclaimed antique Historic European Cobblestone. When we were contacted by Mr and Mrs Coleman, to find an authentic European cobblestone with a...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Aug 13, 2021 | Antique Brick, Client Project, Curb, Reclaimed Stone
In the scenic Pennsylvania countryside, there is a stunning equestrian property with an impressive custom barn built by B and D Builders of Lancaster County, PA. The design of this barn was elevated by incorporating authentic reclaimed antique materials imported from...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Aug 24, 2020 | Client Project, Cobblestone, Reclaimed Stone, Stone Pavers
Antique cobblestone pavers add the crowning touch to this driveway in Southern California. Palos Verdes, California. This driveway is anything but typical. Our clients selected a classic cobblestone size: 5” x 8” x 6” rectangle but required a thinner profile for a...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Feb 4, 2020 | Client Project, Cobblestone, Reclaimed Stone
Memorable homes begin with the driveway! Architect R. Michael Graham designed this stunning mansion using Historic European Cobblestone for the grand entrance. Architect R. Michael Graham of Liederbach and Graham Architects, designed a true revivalist mansion for his...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Oct 2, 2018 | Reclaimed Stone, Stone Pavers
THE DEPTH OF COLOR, PATINA AND RICHNESS OF SALVAGED COBBLESTONE PAVING STONE CAN MAKE OUR HOMES TRULY WONDERFUL Salvaged cobblestone paving material, refers to unused or unwanted paving that has value and can be reused, sold or traded. In today’s green building...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Jul 17, 2018 | Client Project, Cobblestone, Reclaimed Stone
A memorable impression is made using authentic antique Historic European Cobblestone and reclaimed limestone curb. European Sandstone cobblestone is a very hard, tight grained, durable cobblestone – as durable as granite. This unique reclaimed antique cobble was...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Jan 10, 2017 | Cobblestone, Reclaimed Stone
Is Reclaimed Granite Cobblestone Gauged? Old granite cobblestones that are reclaimed and antique are not gauged. What does this mean? There are several definitions of the word ‘gauge’. According to a variety of resources the word gauge can refer to a measurement...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Dec 21, 2016 | Historical Places, Reclaimed Stone
Fells Point cobblestone streets – a trip back in time! I had the distinct feeling of being transported back in time during a visit to the charming cobblestone paved waterfront neighborhood of Fell’s Point in Baltimore MD. Fells Point is named after the...
