The Kaminitz Residence in Scottsdale, Arizona, showcases how a single, thoughtfully selected natural stone can unify an entire outdoor living environment. Spanning 2,500 square feet across multiple exterior applications, this 2024 residential project demonstrates the design versatility of premium pearl grey natural stone in one of the Southwest's most demanding climates. From the natural stone pool deck to the patio and landscape surround, every surface was specified to perform as beautifully as it looks — a benchmark for Scottsdale, AZ stone projects of this caliber.

Stone Selection

The entire project was executed using a single material from ANS MERMER's Pearl Grey Collection: the Pearl Grey Honed 12x24 3cm Modern Tumbled Paver. This large-format paver delivers a refined, contemporary aesthetic through its honed finish while the modern tumbled edge treatment softens transitions and adds tactile character. The cool, neutral tonality of Pearl Grey was a deliberate choice for the Scottsdale desert environment — reflecting heat, complementing native landscaping, and providing a timeless visual anchor that won't trend out of relevance.

Applications

• Pool Deck: The Pearl Grey Honed 3cm paver was laid across the full pool deck perimeter, offering a slip-resistant honed surface that stays cool underfoot and withstands prolonged water and UV exposure.

• Pool Coping: The same 12x24 format was detailed as pool coping, ensuring visual continuity between the water's edge and the surrounding deck plane.

• Patio: Installed throughout the outdoor living and entertaining area, the pavers create a seamless flow between relaxation zones and the pool environment.

• Flooring: Pearl Grey transitions naturally from outdoor to indoor-adjacent flooring areas, reinforcing design cohesion throughout the residence's exterior zones.

• Landscape: Used as pathway and ground cover material within the landscape design, providing clean definition between planted beds and hardscape elements.

Project Highlights

• 2,500 square feet of continuous natural stone installation across five distinct application types.

• Single-material specification strategy creates a seamless, architect-approved aesthetic across the entire exterior envelope.

• 3cm thickness selected for structural performance in pool coping and high-traffic paver applications.

• Honed finish with tumbled edges balances refined detail with practical slip resistance — critical for wet pool environments.

• Pearl Grey's neutral palette harmonizes with Scottsdale's desert landscape without competing with the architecture.

ANS MERMER USA supplied all natural stone for the Kaminitz Residence from our Florida-based inventory, providing the consistent material quality and project-scale availability that design and build teams depend on. If you're specifying a natural stone pool deck, outdoor patio, or full exterior hardscape in Scottsdale or across the Southwest, our Pearl Grey Collection offers proven performance and enduring design appeal. Contact our team to request samples or discuss your next project.