A quality resource: limestone continues to be a mainstay in today's designs due to its warm textured beauty. From: Contemporary Stone & Tile Design | Date: June 22, 2003| Author: Adams, Jennifer | COPYRIGHT 2003 BNP Media. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

When it comes to selecting material for her projects, Jackie Depew, ASID, takes full advantage of her nearby surroundings. The designer's firm, Depew Design Interiors, is based in Austin, TX, which is part of a region plentiful in resources, including limestone--a material being used today for diverse applications in both residential and commercial designs.

"The main thing that I love about timestone is its texture and soft color," said Depew. "Depending on the job, you ...