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On March 15, 2024, the "Playing Rubik's Cube - STONELINK Hosted·2024 China Xiamen International Stone Fair & Xiamen Habitat Design and Life Festival Study Tour" was successfully held in Xiamen, with the official lead of the Xiamen International Stone Fair & Xiamen Habitat Design and Life Festival. The theme of this event is "The Contradiction between Simplicity and Complexity". Through customized natural stone Rubik's Cube as a medium, we gathered a team of outstanding domestic designers to explore and exchange ideas and practices in the field of design.   On the day of the event, STONELINK showcased our strengths and the cooperation and support we can provide to the designer team. STONELINK has a rich variety of global source direct, providing designers with a broad selection space and inspiring their creative inspiration. At the same time, STONELINK is committed to working with designers to achieve the implementation of design plans and promote the deep integration of stone and residential design.   It is worth mentioning that the Cooperative Development Center founded by STONELINK played an important role in this event. Mr. Michael Ngu, the project principal of the Cooperative Development Center and CEO of Architects 61 in Singapore, shared his rich experience and unique insights in the field of design at the event. As a senior designer who has participated in numerous overseas projects, Mr. Michael has brought valuable insights to the on-site designers with his outstanding design abilities and numerous awards.

Q4. Can you spoiler the design of the booth? Eva Li: The theme of our booth this year is "Stone Wave". The design concept is to use the large texture of stone to give the space a sense of dynamism, allowing solidified buildings to flow in the space and showcasing the beauty of space through the wave of stone. To achieve this design concept, we carefully selected a variety of natural stone materials. Natural marbles such as Terra Rosa, Raggio Verde, and Pesca Venato, with their unique textures and colors, delicate texture and visual effects, add rich patterns and dynamics to the space, adding endless charm to the theme of "Stone Wave". We hope to lead the design trend of the stone industry through this booth design, and also hope to share this gift from nature with stone enthusiasts around the world.   Q5. What are your goals for this year's Xiamen Stone Fair? Eva Li: Of course, from the perspective of commercial nature, we still hope to reach out to more buyers through exhibitions and successfully promote our products. At the same time, we also hope to promote our stone products to more users through the Xiamen Stone Fair, including many designers and industry friends. In addition, we also hope that while showcasing our products, more domestic and foreign friends can understand our STONELINKer's service attitude and philosophy towards each customer.   Q6. What do you hope to see at the Xiamen Stone Fair in the future? Eva Li: In the future, we hope to meet more outstanding peers and exhibitors at the Xiamen Stone Fair, and have more communication with them. At the same time, we also hope to be able to hear more voices from the market and customers, understand their needs, and provide them with more accurate solutions and thoughtful services in the future. Finally, we hope to combine more material elements, such as wood, metal, and acrylic, with stone in addition to the main material at the stone exhibition.

Q1. How many times has STONELINK participated in the Xiamen International Stone Fair till this year? Eva Li: We have been participating in the Xiamen Stone Fair as scheduled every year since 2014, and this is already our 11th time being on the fair.   Q2. What are the keywords of STONELINK? What is the core advantage of STONELINK? Eva Li: Our company's keyword is "stone", a hard small stone. Nobel Prize winning writer Gurna has a novel called "Gravel Heart". We, as STONELINKers, also have a gravel heart, a brave and unwavering heart, and a happy original intention to do things. With a "gravel heart", even ordinary positions or individuals can turn gravel into pearls, create irreplaceable value, and achieve you, me, and others. Our core advantage lies in having a team that is grounded and responsible, and has always been exploring new beautiful stones, steadfast and constantly innovating.   Q3. What is STONELINK's flagship product? Eva Li: Our company operates a wide range of color schemes, with over 20 varieties from the source to the project. For example, the white series of Bianco Oro and Bianco Vena (which has been in operation and promotion for over 10 years), the green series of Raggio Verde (5 years), the red series of Velvet Red and Terra Rosa, as well as the newly launched color series of Excalibur and Pesca Venato and Babylon Grey in cooperation with Xiamen Habitat Design and Life Festival this year. These varieties are relatively novel for the Chinese market and can also allow designers to unleash their imagination, boldly create, and endow them with spirituality.

Topic 5 of Interview on the 2024 Xiamen Habitat Design and Life Festival: Dialogue with Eva Li, General Manager of Xiamen Stonelink Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd., and renowned designer Kinney Chan - About the symbiosis model of Habitat & Design & Stone   Interview with renowned designer Kinney Chan: The application and sustainability of natural stone have become the focus of current design attention. In this regard, what inspirations do you think it can give to the development and application of stone? As a designer, what other symbiotic models do you think of habitat & design & stone?   Kinney Chan:  Let's take a look at some European buildings. Most of the well-preserved works are derived from the use of stone. Therefore, the characteristics of stone determine that it is very strong and durable. However, many times now, whether it is designed or renovated, it is often directly dismantled, and the stone becomes waste, wasting their characteristics. So I'm thinking about whether we can recycle the dismantled stone and turn the stone into a material that can be recycled all the time. Also, no matter what time it is, I think we should pay attention to a balanced use, so that we can give full play to the beauty and characteristics of stone and meet people's functional needs.   Interview with Eva Li, General Manager of Xiamen Stonelink Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd.: The application and sustainability of natural stone have become the focus of current design attention. In this regard, what inspirations do you think it can give to the development and application of stone? As a stone person, what other symbiotic models do you think of habitat & design & stone?   Eva Li:  As a natural resource, stone's sustainability and environmental protection are crucial. In the process of mining and using stone, we should pay attention to saving resources and protecting the environment, and minimize the damage to the natural ecology. Balanced use of stone and avoiding over-exploitation and waste are important principles of sustainable development. Good stone and excellent design can last for 100 years. This is the best environmental protection. Designers can create unique visual effects and spatial experiences through clever use of stone veins, colors and textures. At the same time, the strong and durable properties of stone also make it ideal for construction and interior decoration. The symbiosis between habitat, design and stone is diverse and innovative. For example, in interior design, stone can be used on floors, walls, furniture, and decorations to add texture and beauty to living spaces. At the same time, stone can also be combined with other materials such as wood and metal to create a variety of design styles and effects. Stone can also be combined with technology, such as smart stone, stone furniture, etc., to bring more convenience and comfort to people's lives. Whether it is traditional stone or new stone prod...

Topic 4 of Interview on the 2024 Xiamen Habitat Design and Life Festival: Dialogue with Eva Li, General Manager of Xiamen Stonelink Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd., and renowned designer Kinney Chan - About how stone integrates into people's daily lives   Interview with renowned designer Kinney Chan: Under the current design trends, in what way should stone be better integrated into people's daily lives? Could you please share it based on the curatorial design and implementation of this exhibition?   Kinney Chan:  We know the characteristics of stone itself, which are relatively hard and very durable, so they can be passed down for a hundred years or more without damaging its quality. Sometimes, they can also be polished to enhance their waterproof function. So we can see a lot of stone applications in bathrooms, kitchens and other spaces. Of course, in many cases, it can also be used on the countertops of homes and cabinets, because stone is anti-fouling, easier to clean, etc. When we use stone, we must first understand one of its characteristics, but our current life is also very different from our previous life, so I hope that through the design of the exhibition and everyone's power, more people will be able to activate their interest in stone. The thinking, including the current technology, is also very mature, and we can be more bold in exploring and thinking about the possibilities of stone.   Interview with Eva Li, General Manager of Xiamen Stonelink Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd.: STONELINK is deeply involved in the entire industrial chain from source to portal. From your perspective, in what ways is stone integrated into people's daily lives? How should we integrate better in the future?   Eva Li:  STONELINK has been deeply involved in the stone industry for many years and has witnessed the wide application and evolution of stone in people's lives. First of all, with the development of technology, the application range of stone is becoming more and more extensive, not only limited to traditional floors, walls, etc., but also involving home decoration, art and other fields. Secondly, with the improvement of people's aesthetics and the pursuit of personalized and tasteful life, the natural texture and diversity of stone can better meet the needs of creating unique and personalized spaces for thousands of people. In order to better integrate into people's daily lives, the stone industry needs continuous innovation and exploration. In the future, we look forward to seeing the emergence of more stone products with unique performance and aesthetics to meet people's growing needs for a better life. At the same time, with the development of science and technology, stone processing and installation technology will also become more advanced and convenient, allowing stone to better adapt to the application of various spaces and scenes. In addition, strengthening cooperation between the stone industry and the design community is ...

Topic 3 of Interview on the 2024 Xiamen Habitat Design and Life Festival: Dialogue with Eva Li, General Manager of Xiamen Stonelink Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd., and renowned designer Kinney Chan - Understanding of choosing suitable stone materials   Interview with renowned designer Kinney Chan: Among the stones this time, you mainly selected Excalibur quartzite and Babylon Grey marble. What was your impression of these two main materials before designing? What new understanding do you gain after designing? Can you tell us about the characteristics of the main materials chosen this time and what scenarios they are suitable for from a designer's perspective?   Kinney Chan:  We mainly used two stones this time. One is the weaving at the entrance. First of all, I don’t think it should be too messy. If the texture is too messy, it will be difficult to reflect the texture of the stone carved into the weave, and people will not be able to see it. So I went with this cleaner Babylon grey marble. Another stone used is the Excalibur quartzite. Its texture is very clear and beautiful, which can form a very obvious contrast with the cleanness of Babylon Grey marble. As for what scenarios these two main materials can be used in, I think more often it needs to match the concept of design space. For example, when applied in residential space, it may be some relatively clean stones, like the Babylon Grey marble we used this time. Grey is a high-end grey that is more popular now. It can be changed in many forms; another example is the Excalibur quartzite, which has a more complicated texture and can be used in more unique exhibition spaces. The application scenarios of stone should be combined with the design concept and overall color matching, including other materials such as leather and fabrics. In this exhibition, we also hope that through this form, we can activate people's imagination and activate their thinking about stone.   Interview with Eva Li, General Manager of Xiamen Stonelink Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd.: Stone carving is a job that requires great ingenuity. It must be even more difficult for Kinney to present this plan to everyone. Can you share with us how STONELINK worked with Mr. Chen to refine and deepen the plan, and how to find the most appropriate process and method to present it? Do you have any experiences, insights or suggestions that you would like to share with your peers?   Eva Li:  Stone carving does require ingenuity, and every detail needs to be carefully considered. Kinney has very high requirements for the veins, texture and presentation of stone, which requires us to conduct in-depth research and exploration in craftsmanship and methods. During the implementation of the plan, we worked closely with Mr. Chen, constantly trying, adjusting and improving, striving to perfectly present his design concept. We pay attention to the characteristics and texture of stone, make full use of its natural texture ...