September 8, 2020
This month we spoke to Hatch Architects Director Mona Hashemi about a recent residential project in Sydney's inner west, which saw an Annandale home's heritage features combined with our Classic Travertine and Summit Wall Cladding.
Understanding Stone: 7 Reasons to Choose Large Format Tiles
March 9, 2020
Image of Tavira Alfresco Limestone, Project by Gardner Design
The latest trend in floor tiles is undoubtedly larger format offering many benefits for residential and commercial projects alike. Sareen Stone’s range of larger format tiles has expanded to include limestone, travertine, granite and sandstone in a variety of finishes, tones, and sizes. Whether your project is for indoors or outoors, or needs to flow seamlessly from indoors to out, our exciting range of larger format tiles will offer a solution.
Digging Classic Travertine Tumbled
November 18, 2019
Silver Spade Landscapes has given this Sydney family a functional backyard that will entertain the adults and keep the kids busy over the summer months.
March 26, 2019
Natural stone continues to evolve offering the industry new technology, new finishes and new products and this was evident at the Xiamen Stone Fair in China earlier this month. With exhibitors from across the globe, there was much to see and take on board.
August 14, 2018
Designed by MacCormick & Associates Architects and built by FS Hough Builders, The Quiet House in Sydney’s harbourside suburb of Mosman does our Noce Travertine proud.
Trend alert: Beige on beige for 2018
March 29, 2018
Beige and neutrals are no longer relegated to ‘wallflower’ status but are preparing for their time in the sun if this trend prediction is realised.
Classic Travertine for Matcham House
February 27, 2018
This week we take a virtual visit to Matcham House, designed by Michael and Beth of zias building design. We decided to also take the opportunity to ask Beth a few questions about zias building design’s philosophy and what they love most about what they do.
PANTONE Colour of the Year 2018
February 6, 2018
This year we welcome the new PANTONE Colour of the Year, 18-3838 Ultra Violet into our realm of colour for all things design with the expectation it will trend throughout 2018 and beyond.
Integrated Skimmer Lids for Safety and Style
November 1, 2017
Sareen Stone supplies integrated skimmer lid kits to complement your pool tiles and pool coping, allowing you to achieve a seamless and flush pool surround, minus that unsightly plastic skimmer lid.
Sareen Stone Goes to Marmomac 2017
October 11, 2017
The stone industry comes together each year at Marmomac, Verona, Italy to discover new directions in the fabrication of natural stone and to discover new and innovative ways it can now be used in design and construction.
June 28, 2017
Salt water pools are the pool of choice in Australia. When it comes to protecting your pool, natural stone pool coping and surrounds such as sandstone, granite, limestone or travertine are both beautiful and functional. However, care needs to be taken for your stone pool surrounds of a saltwater pool as stone is porous and salt is a corrosive agent that can be particularly damaging if it penetrates the stone.
May 31, 2017
This week we introduce Sareen Stone’s Outdoor Specialist, Gary Bazzana who has worked with us at Sareen Stone for more than 8 years.
April 26, 2017
For over 34 years, Gary Dibley of Creative Renovations, has been trusted for his craftsmanship and attention to detail by a loyal following on Sydney’s North Shore, Sydney’s Eastern and Northern suburbs. This has allowed him to work in some amazing locations on some impressive properties, while keeping it local.
Sub-tropical Oasis Emerges in Lilli Pilli
March 29, 2017
Image credit: Authentic Landscapes
Based in ‘The Shire’ in Sydney’s southern suburbs landscapers Tom Cole and Craig Lowe from Authentic Landscapes and Design cherish the opportunity to give homeowners the beautiful yet practical outdoor spaces they crave.
End of Summer Sale Starts Now!
March 27, 2017
Sareen Stone is saying goodbye summer with their “End of Summer Sale” starting today for 2 weeks. There are amazing savings on a large selection of stock for inside and out. Save 20 - 80% on selected pavers, tiles and more. We need to make way for a large shipment of new stock arriving in May.
Take Five of our Favourite Rooms
February 13, 2017
Image credit: Meadowbank Homes
We have featured many beautiful rooms within our Blog over the years. This week we visit 5 of our favourite rooms and hope they offer inspiration for you in 2017.
‘Greenery’ named 2017 Colour of the Year
January 30, 2017
Image credit: Pantone®
Pantone has named ‘Greenery’ as the colour of the year for 2017. The ‘go green’ phenomenon has obviously reached new heights with this nod from Pantone. According to Pantone, “Greenery is a fresh & zesty yellow-green shade that evokes the first days of Spring when nature’s greens revive, restore and renew.” www.pantone.com
Grandeur + Tradition: Meadowbank Homes Est. 1959
December 5, 2016
Meadowbank Homes is a family business built on strong tradition and intelligent building methodology. They are renowned for their craftsmanship and reputation to deliver beautiful, classic homes that will be admired for generations.
Commercial Projects Part 1: Retail
November 7, 2016
For true character and a warm welcome, just add natural stone. With the growth of online shopfronts, bricks and mortar stores are under increasing pressure to offer customers so much more than a basic shopping experience. Retail stores need to provide an inviting welcome; succeed in exciting the senses; offer a beautiful and tactile environment and ensure the experience entices the customer to enter through their front doors again and again!
Customised Natural Stone: Transform the everyday to brilliant
October 10, 2016
In addition to Sareen Stone’s extensive range of stocked materials we also offer a customised design and sourcing service. Unique, individually cut pieces of natural stone, in various sizes and finishes, to cater for your client’s specific design needs. Natural stone in a specific finish or a customised size such as larger format tiles, to transform the everyday into a brilliant space.
September 19, 2016
Now that we’ve turned the corner into Spring here in Australia for most that means planning to spend much more time outdoors. In fact, outdoor rooms are the new must have! Think outdoor kitchen, outdoor fireplace and of course the outdoor lounge & dining area. Ultimately this translates to a well-designed and beautifully finished outdoor space is a must have whether you’re building, renovating or simply updating! From stately and regal to casual and informal, whatever your design aspirations are for your outdoors, natural stone can help you achieve the look you’re after.
Designing the Great Outdoor Escape
August 22, 2016
This week on the Blog we chat to Justin Dibble, Director and Principal Designer at Fluid Design. Fluid Design specialises in landscape and swimming pool design for residential projects. We asked Justin about his work in general and more specifically about one of Fluid Design’s latest projects in Beecroft.
September 28, 2015
A brand new shipment of stone from around the globe has just arrived in our warehouse. We invite you to view the samples in our showroom – contact us on (02) 9666 9222 or email [email protected] to make an appointment with one or our knowledgeable Staff or to order your samples of our latest arrivals.
Great Expectations – Will Your Bathroom Deliver?
September 14, 2015
A bathroom needs to be many things including a place to relax; a place that is hygienic; a place to indulge in a little ‘me’ time. It also needs to be functional, beautiful and personal.
Introducing Sareen Stone’s Fab 4 for the Great Outdoors
August 4, 2015
With Spring beckoning at the end of this month, it’s time for Sareen Stone to showcase our Fab 4 solutions for creating beautiful outdoor spaces - just in time for those warmer months of summer entertaining, pool parties and alfresco dining.
Lavarosa Limestone – stand out from the Travertine crowd
July 7, 2015
At Sareen Stone it would be an understatement to say we are just a little excited to announce our new Lavarosa Limestone Alfresco will be arriving shortly to our warehouse. Not only will it be a stunning addition to any outdoor area, it will make sure you stand out from the Travertine crowd.
Product Focus - StoneTech Benchtop Cleaners
May 26, 2015
StoneTech® Benchtop Cleaners – for a beautiful benchtop
Selecting a benchtop finish can be all consuming. After all, it will probably be the very first thing people notice when they walk into your brand new kitchen. Which way will you go – travertine, caesarstone, marble, granite?
Project of the Month: Northridge Oasis
February 18, 2014
Untouched for decades, this 1,650 sq foot steep site in Northridge, Sydney was transformed into a luscious restful oasis by the team at Art in Green.
What to consider when buying a pool
February 12, 2014
Recently we showcased a feature from Pool & Spas Essentials Magazine on what’s hot in pools for 2014. Now we look at what to consider when looking at buying a pool the common mistakes to avoid.
Project of the Month: Wahroonga Retreat
February 3, 2014
Contemporary family pool design for a residential retreat.
This month’s project feature is from award winning pool designers, Freestyle Pools. This particular pool was brought to life with a contemporary, yet functional design using Sareen Stone's Classic Travertine.
Product of the Month: February
January 20, 2014
This months Product of the Month features the new TREND Aquatica Mosaic collection and Sareen Stone's exclusive Silver Ash Travertine.
Both pegged as this years newest trend in pool & spas design.
Project of the Month: Bay Road Mt Martha, Vic
December 17, 2013
This stunning private residence in Mt Martha is one of Kate Walker Design’s latest projects. In close consultation with the home owners, and working with Sareen Stone, the brief was to reflect a ‘relaxed elegance’ inside the home with a bright summer-room feel. Kate Walker Design, therefore incorporated several high end classic elements to fulfill the project specifications.