ACR Stone Group

Yay, summer is here! 🌞 Is your outdoor space ready? Let's amp up and beautify your outdoor living space! Here are some of the latest trends in hardscaping for 2024.

🍃Sustainable Materials: A growing emphasis on environmental consciousness inspires the use of sustainable materials in hardscaping projects. This includes permeable pavers, reclaimed wood, natural stone and recycled concrete.

🌸Bold Colors and Patterns: Neutral tones take a backseat while bold and vibrant colors move to the forefront. Adding brighter pavers along with lively color and bold furniture adds personality and flair to outdoor designs.

🏡Tech Integration: In a tech-driven world, add technology for both aesthetics and functionality including features like smart lighting, automated irrigation for green spaces, and even integrated charging stations for outdoor electronics.

🏝️Multi-Functional Spaces: Maximize outdoor living areas by creating multi-functional hardscaped spaces. Think integrated seating with storage, built-in fire pits that double as tables, or outdoor kitchens equipped with all the amenities. Entertain like a pro with alfresco theaters, built-in sound systems, and cozy gathering areas with ample seating and shelter from the elements.

🍃Low Maintenance/Naturalistic Designs: Busy lifestyles = designing spaces that require minimal upkeep. Materials like composite decking, porcelain pavers, and artificial turf offer the look of natural materials without the maintenance. Clean and modern lines remain popular, but look toward more naturalistic hardscaping designs – think meandering pathways, irregular stone patterns, and organic shapes that mimic natural landscapes.

🌊Water Features: Water features that add both visual interest and a sense of tranquility to the environment are sought-after additions. This might include ornamental ponds, cascading waterfalls, or sleek modern fountains

Talk to ACR about how we can help you achieve your perfect outdoor living/entertaining area www.acrstonegroup.com / 800-697-1330

Stone Spotlight for June:

✨NEW for 2024!✨ Oak Blend Dutch Quality Stone is a masterfully crafted hue that redefines the rustic side of the spectrum. With a crisp and nuanced neutral tone, Oak Blend delivers a fresh take on earthy browns, captivating the senses with a subtle interplay of cream and silvery undertones. Ideal for both interior and exterior applications it comes in three formats:
• Limestone: The clean, classic appeal of hand-chiseled limestone in molded shapes and regular sizes that are easily installed. The timeless look of Limestone is a favorite among designers and masons.
• Stack Ledge: The irregular surface details and chiseled textures of Stack Ledge are installer-friendly thanks to their squared edges, allowing for a tighter fit.
• Weather Ledge: Defined by long, linear pieces of varying heights and a distressed, aged surface, each stone is shaped to ensure tight dry stack installation and gives moderate shadow relief, even when grouted.

Summer dreams are made of this! ☀️🌊 As season beckons, let your mind wander to the stunning Tahoe Beach Club, where our collaboration in the project has brought the timeless beauty of stone to life in its natural environment, surrounded by mountain vistas and stunning sunsets. 🏖️

Inspired? Whether you're dreaming of your own backyard oasis, ready to build a resort like this or simply seeking a getaway to paradise we've got you covered. Let's make your vision a reality ... or perhaps it's time to book yourself a trip to Tahoe Beach Club. 😉

The choice is yours ACR Stone Group is ready to help you make that vision a reality!

www.tahoebeachclub.com
📷credit: Vance Fox

Stone Spotlight for May:

This month we are pleased to showcase Coal Crest - Dutch Quality Stone bringing the moody and dark as midnight vibes. in 2024, this stone features a rich blend of charcoal and ash tones, with a touch of drama and sophistication, making it perfect for those seeking to create a statement. Ideal for both interior and exterior applications, it comes in two formats:

✅ Dry Stack: A stacked stone profile in an easy-to-install panel form. This is an exceptionally efficient option without the need to grout small ledge stones.

✅ Weather Ledge: Long, linear pieces of varying heights and a distressed, aged surface, each stone is shaped to ensure tight dry stack installation and provides moderate shadow relief, even when grouted.

Interested in this or another stone for your project? Visit us at www.acrstonegroup.com to see our wide array of stone products. Don’t see what you are looking for on the site? Let us know as we can source just about anything you are looking for.