The sun is calling! As summer approaches and your clients shift their focus outdoors, the pressure’s on to choose materials that deliver lasting performance without sacrificing visual impact. Whether it’s poolside stone, an outdoor kitchen surface, or tile that plays with light and texture, the right product can elevate an outdoor space from functional to unforgettable.
Here are five designer-approved materials for crafting standout outdoor environments that can take the sun, the splash, and the summer soirées.
Gascogne Beige Vein Cut Limestone: Ready for the Elements
Limestone has long been trusted for exterior applications, and Gascogne Beige Vein Cut Limestone brings a warm, natural tone that plays beautifully with light and landscape. Its subtle veining and neutral palette create visual consistency ideal for large-scale formats on patios, walkways, and breezeways. With a honed or brushed finish, limestone stays cooler underfoot and provides traction, even in direct sun, making it a practical, grounded choice for outdoor living.
Design: Studio Jackson, Construction: Weeks + Falcone Construction, Architecture: Robert Hidey Architects, Photography: David Daigel
Cosmopolitan + Taj Mahal Quartzite: A Hint of Glamor
From soft pinks to layered neutrals, quartzite is having a moment outdoors, and we’re here for it. Cosmopolitan Quartz brings a rosy glow and polished edge that feels tailor-made for California kitchens built for sunshine and spritzes, while Taj Mahal Quartzite delivers warm, earthy depth that pairs effortlessly with stainless, stucco, or wood. Quartzite is naturally UV- and heat-resistant, making it a go-to for designers looking to combine high performance with that laid-back, luxe vibe.
Navona Porcelain: Travertine Look, Porcelain Power
If your client loves the look of travertine but needs something that can truly perform outdoors, Navona delivers. This porcelain collection reimagines the timeless character of natural stone with the practical advantages of porcelain, resistance to heat, frost, staining, and fading. It’s available in both Cross Cut and Vein Cut styles, with large format tile (60×120) and mosaic formats for flexibility across walls, floors, and vertical cladding.
Navona’s warm, textural appeal makes it a go-to for pool patios, spa zones, or even full outdoor bathrooms where you want the natural look without the maintenance. It’s durable, design-forward, and made to weather the elements in style.
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