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NATURAL STONE PRINCIPLES with RADEMANN STONE

This one-hour course is your introduction to using natural stone as a building material. By reviewing the fundamentals of its formation and mineral composition, you will gain confidence in specifying this versatile material. Let us open your eyes to the endless possibilities for these beautiful, durable and valued natural stones.

This presentation discusses the different types of natural stones found in Northern America, the limitations of each material, properties applicable to unique climates and different ways to manipulate natural stone to incorporate this into your projects.

Learning Objectives

1.Discuss our innate connection to Mother Nature’s oldest building material.

2.See the journey stone takes from quarrying, to fabrication, to final installation.

3.Understand how mineral composition and formation determine stone type, fundamental properties and applications.

4.Be inspired by traditional and innovative uses of natural stone in the built environment.

Credit: 1 AIA LU/HSW