Rocco Masons is thrilled to announce that we're working with Decora Homes on their next show home in the heart of Greenbryre Estates. This will be Decora's first show home that will feature a traditional hand-carved stone fireplace, and likely not their last. As always, our Stone Carver Ryan Watson came up with the fireplace design on paper first, while working closely with Decora's Owner's. Watson felt that an Art Deco vibe would be well-suited to the feel of the homes existing design. (Click on each photo in the gallery above for a closer look).
A creative but short-lived movement, Art Deco not only influenced the architecture of most American cities but had an impact on fashion, art, and furniture, too. From 1925 to 1940, Americans embraced Art Deco as a refreshing change from the eclectic and revivalist sensibilities that preceded it. The style takes its name from the Exposition Internationale des Arts Decoratifs held in Paris in 1925 as a showcase for new inspiration. The style was essentially one of applied decoration. Buildings were richly embellished with hard-edged, low-relief designs: geometric shapes, including chevrons and ziggurats; and stylized floral and sunrise patterns. Shapes and decorations inspired by Native American artwork were among the archetypes of the Art Deco lexicon. Stay tuned for progress on the fireplace surrounds centre Art Deco mantel piece, and be sure to follow us and Decora Homes for open house announcements.
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We're pleased to officially unveil our latest carving that now sits proud on the double sided fireplace which we installed for our clients last year. To view this gallery click on each photo then follow the arrows through to the end.
For more on the beginning stages of this particular carving, as well as the exterior masonry that we installed last year, click HERE. Our carving schedule continues so stay tuned for what's coming up next! Our Stone Carver, Ryan Watson is seen here putting the final touches on what was once a blank limestone canvas. Watson designed this family crest first on paper as he does for all of his hand carved pieces, while working closely with the clients. This piece will soon be installed above the homes fireplace as seen HERE which also shows the carvings beginning stages. Stay tuned for the big reveal in focus and for sneak peaks follow us on instagram@rocco_masons!
It's official - Rocco's crew will be starting out the New Year in Greenbryre Estates.
Owner and Stone Carver of Rocco Masons is seen here posting signage to the site. The following two pictures are renderings of what's to become of this residence, provided by the homes architect. Be on the look out for many exciting projects by ROCCO MASONS coming up in 2017! Happy New Year, Ryan & Nicolene Watson |
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