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Roman Classic Travertine Fabricated for Fireplace Surround

As a stonemason, it is a true honor to get to work with materials that have truly exhibited the beauty and the timelessness of historical architecture. One such material is a natural stone known as Roman Classic Travertine. This Italian stone enhanced the look of many cathedrals and Roman buildings nearly 2,000 years ago – and we get to use it as an addition to modern statement pieces in homes and businesses. Creating the Beautiful Fireplace Facade To create this gorgeous fireplace surround, we used a template after getting the original measurements and speaking with the homeowner about their design…

Marble Carving of Abraham Lincoln by Robotic Machine

The team at Petrillo Stone is excited to have obtained a robotic carving machine to use in our shop! I have always been completely enthralled and taken by the beauty that Romans and Etruscans were able to produce. While their carvings took them decades, our new robotic machine will allow us to create beautiful works of art in a very short amount of time. Honest Abe in Marble Marble busts and statues have been a traditional and beautiful element of art for centuries, and so we thought it was the right choice for the first project of our new robotic…

Custom, Hand-Carved Gold Leafed Limestone at Fordham University

The team at Petrillo Stone was recently contacted by Fordham University to return to a building we have worked on many times before. In addition to the two beautiful Limestone carvings we have added over the last two years, the university wanted a special project completed to honor Father Joseph McShane, the former president of Fordham University. Using a denser form of Limestone -Portuguese limestone – our team used 24-karat gold leaf to date the side of the McShane Building. While this took several weeks from start to finish, the contrast of the gold with the natural dark veining of…

Exploring The Many Uses of Stone

As a stoneworker, I have witnessed the timeless elegance and enduring strength that stone brings to various construction and design projects. From historic monuments to modern residential structures, stone has left an indelible mark on our architectural landscape, showcasing its incredible versatility. I am excited to explore the many applications of stone in masonry and share some insights with you. Here are some ways we utilize stone for both businesses and homes: Facades: Stone facades radiate sophistication and offer endless customization options. Whether adorning homes or commercial buildings, the natural allure of stone elevates curb appeal and leaves a lasting…

Favorite Projects from 2022

Every year goes by faster and faster, but every year I am able to work with the most incredible clients to enhance their buildings or preserve historical architecture. In 2022, our team worked on many projects, but a couple of my favorites were ones with which I was able to bring history back to life and rekindle some of what was lost. Hand-Carved Tracery Window There’s a beautiful church in Manhattan that you may drive past without ever knowing about its incredible history. As one of just five ministries of the Collegiate Churches of New York, the church showcases the…

Hand-Carved Brownstone for the Palace Hotel in New York City

Recently, I was able to put my skills, knowledge, and years of experience to use carving beautiful Brownstone features for the Palace Hotel in New York City. Commissioned for this job because of my professionalism and reputation, I was honored to be able to put the Petrillo mark in such a beautiful and historical location. Carving Brownstone Brownstone, sometimes called ‘freestone’ is honestly one of my favorite stones to use for carving. Not only does this stone have a rich history in early American construction – but carving into this stone feels like carving into butter. Back in the late…

Hand-Carving a Tracery Window at Fort Washington Collegiate Church in Manhattan

I absolutely love historic stonework, especially when it comes to churches and colleges that pre-date even the founding fathers. This last month, we were able to work on the Fort Washington Collegiate Church in Manhattan by hand-carving a tracery window. While this specific building was erected in 1907, it is actually a part of a much bigger group of churches, called the Collegiate Churches of New York. These churches date as far back as 1623. It’s All in the Details A church with that much history demands detail and attention with any addition or renovation. My time was well spent,…

Carving and Installing Limestone Work at Fordham University

The team at Petrillo Stone was recently contacted by Fordham University. They were interested in adding two limestone carvings to their Rose Hill Campus in the Bronx, NY. Our team started hand-carving a cross that was 10 ft by 8 ft and a University Seal that had a 12 feet diameter. It took us a few months to carve the cross and the seal at our Mount Vernon, NY facility. But once they were ready, we installed them in less than a week at the new McShane Campus center at Fordham University. Get a closer look:

Construction on a 50-Story Office Tower in New York City

The team at Petrillo Stone was excited to recently be awarded a multimillion-dollar contract for our most recent project with the CommonWealth Partners’ property in the lobby of their 50-story office at 787 Seventh Avenue in New York City. This building houses an athletic club, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, two restaurants, a parking garage, and offers direct access to transportation. Our contract consists of removing and salvaging stone benches, planters, and lighting, known as Flanagan Sculpture. Our team is drafting, supplying, and installing over 20,000 square feet of Avorio Limestone, Calacatta Marble, Absolute Black Granite, Porcelain, Ceramic Tile, and Silestone….

The Restoration of Notre Dame De Paris

On April 15, 2019, Notre-Dame de Paris suffered extensive damage. It’s spire, lead roof, and oak frame were destroyed from a fire at the iconic cathedral. Thankfully, the main structure of the building was unharmed. It was apparent that the fire started from an electrical short. Following protocol, the firefighters knew to keep the water pressure low and avoid spraying the stained glass windows so the cold water wouldn’t shatter the hot glass. They were able to save the buttresses, towers, facade, walls, and stained glass windows. Restoring of an 850-Year-Old Cathedral President Emmanuel Macron said the cathedral would be…

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