Thin Stone Veneer’s Carbon Footprint Depends on the Source Every construction material has its own unique carbon footprint. If you’re considering thin stone veneer for your next project, you may be wondering, “What are the environmental impacts of stone construction?” That largely depends on the stone’s sourcing and transportation. There are two main types of…
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Sustainability is a major concern in residential and commercial construction. Builders and their subcontractors consume a lot of resources, which has led many to recognize the importance of using eco-friendly materials to meet the current and future needs of sustainability-driven customers. Products such as recycled steel and sustainably sourced wood are known to be environmentally friendly…
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Natural Thin Stone Veneer is used for a variety of indoor and outdoor applications. You’ve probably seen it plenty of times without realizing it — decorating exterior facades and interior fireplaces. But, what exactly is Natural Thin Stone Veneer, and how does it differ from regular stone? What Is Thin Stone Veneer? Natural Thin Stone…
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Educational Pathways Guiding Stakeholder Engagement in Margie’s Garden Margie’s Garden, built in memory of local teacher Margaret Kezman, is the children’s addition to the Boerner Botanical Gardens at Whitnall Park in Hales Corners, Wisconsin. The garden is uniquely designed for children and their families, offering an environment that encourages exploration, imagination, and interaction with nature….
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Can you believe it; 2018 is almost over! We’ve had a crazy third and fourth quarter, but we wouldn’t have it any other way. This year brought many changes and advancements to Kafka, including the introduction of our new specialty building stone series. As we grew and expanded, so did the greater architectural industry. As…
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Kafka Granite has always taken measures to help the environment. After all, we pride ourselves on the environmental benefits of naturally occurring decomposed granite in comparison with concrete or asphalt. Permeable paver grit, which contributes to groundwater recharge, and white roof options to reduce urban heat islands contribute to our portfolio of eco-conscious aggregates. Using…
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As we head into 2018 landscaping season, so should your landscaping design. The trends for landscape design change slightly from year to year, and now more than ever is a growing emphasis on bringing facets of green living—living more environmentally friendly—to the great outdoors. When designing the ideal outdoor space for your next project, there…
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Long gone are the days of creating a beautiful landscaping for only aesthetic purposes. Landscape architects today are constantly on the lookout for how the land can serve some utility purposes as well. As masters in their field, landscape architects can plan and create an environment that is both beautiful as well as functional. The…
Read More Kafka Granite has been supplying aggregates to some of the country’s largest remodels and revamps for years. From the Brooklyn Bridge Park in Brooklyn, NY to the Erin Hills Golf Course in Hartford, WI, a wide range of Kafka Granite products can be found at some of the country’s most popular attractions. Such attractions include…
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Creating green environments—especially in urban areas—is on the rise. From the installation of a new solar panel project every two minutes to the emphasis on reducing carbon emissions, people are focused on reducing energy consumption and helping the environment for a greener tomorrow. Cities today are faced with the challenge of meeting the needs of…
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