When we built our house, I made it a point to put a roof over our 10-ft. by 45-ft. southeast-facing deck. I wanted protection from rain and the hot summer sun. After enjoying the cool nights of fall and spring, we knew that our nighttime usage of the deck during the summer would

Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) provided natural stone and fabrication services for its 44th home with the Gary Sinise Foundation through its R.I.S.E. (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment) program. The foundation’s R.I.S.E. program builds 100% mortgage-free, specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans and first responders. Natural stone and fabrication for U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 Romulo “Romy”