Send us a textEP 65: Brazilian Natural Stone – The Art, Beauty & Sustainability Behind Every SlabBrazilian Natural stone is timeless, luxurious, and full of character, but choosing the right material requires expertise. 🪨✨In Episode 65 of the Home Design Podcast, host Adam Kayce sits down with Thiago Fonseca of Premier Stone Surfaces to explore the world of premium stone.Thiago shares the unique qualities of Brazilian natural stone, sustainable sourcing practices, the importance of pre-selected slab selection, and tips for choosing the perfect stone for any project!Whether you’re a homeowner, builder, or designer, discover how natural stone surfaces can elevate your space, why selecting the stone early is essential, and how working with experts transforms every project into a masterpiece.Learn more at premierstonesurfaces.com and follow them on social media @premierstonesurfacesusCome experience their luxury stone selection in person at the Fort Lauderdale Home Show — learn more at homeshows.com🎧 WATCH the Home Design Podcast: https://youtu.be/-ZZXKI2SRj8Enjoy Episode 65 of the Home Design Podcast!For more home inspiration, make sure you follow @FLHomeShows on social media.0.00 Intro1.52 Who is Thiago Fonseca5.34 How did you get into the stone industry8.18 About Premier Stone Surfaces9.50 Importance of educating the industry13.26 What makes Brazilian natural stone different than other countries14.44 Regulations and sustainability when sourcing stone18.19 What happens with leftover stone?19.45 How long does it take the stone to make it to the U.S22.42 Pre-selected slab selection 23.38 The stone selection experience25.35 Trends in the stone industry27.39 Best stone for outdoor kitchens30.29 How do you choose the right stone for each project32.50 Why you should pick stone before any other design element34.44 Working with designers and architects36.39 Do you personally have a favorite stone material?37.14 Price range for stone surfaces38.29 The importance of working with an expert41.09 Maintenance & longevity of natural stone42.29 Is there a sealer/treatment you recommend?44.09 The future of Premier Stone Surfaces45.59 Your experience as an exhibitor at the Home Design and Remodeling Show49.19 What’s your favorite part of what you do?50.55 The Natural Stone Institute & other industry connections52.44 Final thoughts55.19 Contact Premier Stone Surfaces55.59 Closing & thanks for watching#naturalstone #brazilianstone #stonedesign #homedecor #interiordesign  #sustainabledesign #quartzite #quartzitecountertops #luxuryinteriors #interiordesigntrends #cristallo #stoneexperts #architecturaldesign #homeremodeling #dreamktichen #outdoorkitchen #kitchendesign #newcountertop #outdoorcountertop #stonecountertop #naturalstoneusa  #stonequarries #interiorinspo #premierstonesurfaces #stonetrends2026 #homedesignpodcast #homeshowmedia #fortlauderdale #palmbeach #miami📍 Experience: https://homeshows.com/📖 Home Design MaThe Home Design and Remodeling Show is recognized to be the largest Home Show in Florida and most trusted platform for homeowners, interior designers, architects, builders, realtors, and all industry trendsetters by experiencing our website, Home Design Magazine, Shop The Pros online resource, Home Show Media's video content, and one of our EXPOS at one of three locations including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Palm Beach.

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