4 Interior Designs to Inspire Your Next Natural Stone Project

Natural stone is a versatile building material that stands out in a variety of home improvement projects. It can be used to construct durable, sustainable, and functional features that are also visually appealing. As a primary component or an accent, natural stone can make a big impression, and add color, texture, and personality to different spaces. These four projects showcase creative ways to incorporate natural stone veneer into interior designs and offer inspiration for upgrades.

Liberty Hill Roughly Squares & Rectangles Supplied by Northern Valley Stone. 

1. Fireplace

In the project featured in the photo above, the Liberty Hill Roughly Squares & Rectangles accent wall multitasks as a fireplace, wood storage space, and TV mount. The wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling design adds color and texture to the room and creates a cozy leisure space to enjoy with company. This project is a great example of how natural stone adds visual impact and functionality in one purposefully designed feature.

Connecticut Blend Mosaic Supplied by The Rockshop at New Hampshire Thinstone. 

2. Shower Wall

The accent wall (in the photo above) transforms the shower into a naturally relaxing, calming atmosphere, with the craftsmanship of the team at JJ Stone Design & Masonry. The color range of Connecticut Blend Mosaic adds depth while coordinating with other materials and enhancing the entire space. Using natural stone to create spa-like features in bathrooms is a recent trend you can read more about here. 

Connecticut Blend Pattern Mix Supplied by Landcare Stratham Hill. 

3. Accent Wall

This accent wall by Northeast Walls & Patios showcases the way natural stone and wood complement one another. Featuring Connecticut Blend in a mix of patterns, this space is the backdrop for a free-standing fireplace, which was re-installed in the newly refreshed space that adds a personalized touch--and warmth in more ways than one. You can find more ways to add accent walls here. 

Old New England Rounds Supplied by Hi-Way Concrete. 

4. Interior Walls

This project by Lucido Masonry shows work-in-progress photos of interior walls covered with Old New England Rounds. The weathered face and earth tones add a rustic feel to this building, and a unique look and feel to the space. The same stone was included in the exterior and fireplace design, adding consistency to the design, another industry trend.  

Natural stone can fit in a variety of ways into interior designs, and inspiration combined with the skilled craftsmanship of a mason, results in truly amazing outcomes! However you decide to add natural stone to your project, there are many opportunities to enhance your design with purpose. For more inspirational ways to add natural stone to interior, exterior, and landscape spaces, download the E-book "27 Ways to Upgrade Your Home Using Natural Stone."