Client Custom Age Stone Projects: Real Photos of MCM Tailored Solutions

Nestled between rice terraces and lush rainforests, Bali's Serenity Resort wanted its lobby to be more than a check-in area—it aimed to be a "gateway to the jungle at dusk." The client, a team of local architects, described their vision: walls that evoke the magic of a tropical night, where fireflies dance against deep green foliage. They'd tried standard marbles and granites, but nothing captured that ephemeral, twinkling quality. That's when MCM proposed travertine (starry green) .

What makes this material unique? Imagine travertine's natural, porous texture infused with tiny, iridescent flecks that catch light like scattered stars. The green base isn't a flat hue; it shifts from mossy emerald to soft sage, mimicking the way jungle leaves absorb and reflect sunlight. During the day, the lobby feels grounded, with the stone's earthy veins blending seamlessly with the resort's wooden accents. But as evening falls, warm pendant lights hit the surface, and suddenly—the stars come out. Guests pause mid-conversation, reaching out to trace the "fireflies" with their fingers.

"We didn't just want a wall," said the resort's lead designer. "We wanted an emotion. When the first guest walked in and gasped, 'It's like standing under a jungle sky,' we knew MCM had delivered." The travertine (starry green) panels were custom-cut to curve gently around the lobby's seating area, creating an intimate, cocoon-like feel. Even in photos, the stone's depth is striking: up close, the starry flecks sparkle like crushed emeralds; from afar, the wall becomes a living, breathing backdrop to stories of adventure.

In San Francisco's Dogpatch neighborhood, a rising tech startup wanted an office that felt "innovative but not cold"—a space that balanced sleek modernity with the warmth of a workshop. The team, made up of engineers and creatives, dreamed of walls that told a story of progress: industrial roots with a futuristic edge. They needed something lightweight (to avoid structural overhauls), durable (to withstand daily chaos), and visually distinctive. MCM's foamed aluminium alloy board (vintage silver) checked all the boxes.

At first glance, the material reads as "aged metal"—think weathered factory walls, but refined. The vintage silver finish has a soft, brushed texture that catches light without glare, and its foamed core makes it surprisingly lightweight (perfect for the office's upper-floor renovation). What truly won the client over, though, was its versatility. The team used the panels for everything: accent walls in the meeting rooms, backsplashes in the kitchen, even custom desk fronts. The vintage silver hue pairs unexpectedly well with the office's reclaimed wood tables and potted succulents, creating a space that feels both high-tech and homey.

"We were worried industrial materials might feel sterile," admitted the startup's CEO. "But MCM's vintage silver boards have this… warmth. They're not shiny and new—they look like they've been part of something bigger, which aligns with our mission to build products that stand the test of time." During a team retreat, one engineer joked, "These walls don't just look cool—they make brainstorming easier. It's like they're whispering, 'Let's build something that lasts.'" And in photos? The material's subtle sheen and texture add depth to every corner, turning even a casual coffee break snapshot into a scene that feels purposeful and alive.

For a family building their dream home in Scottsdale, Arizona, the goal was simple: "Bring the desert indoors." The couple, avid hikers, wanted their living room to echo the colors of their favorite trail—where dawn bleeds from terracotta to soft gold, and dusk fades into warm beige. They'd seen rammed earth before, but craved something more dynamic than a single, uniform tone. MCM's rammed earth board (gradient) was the answer.

Crafted by layering natural clays and sands, the gradient boards shift seamlessly from deep terracotta at the base to pale sand at the top, mimicking the way sunlight paints the desert hills at different hours. The texture is tactile—rough enough to feel organic, smooth enough to run a hand over—and the material's thermal mass helps regulate the room's temperature, keeping it cool during scorching afternoons. The family installed the boards as a feature wall behind their fireplace, and now, every evening, as the sun sets outside, the gradient seems to glow from within, blurring the line between indoors and out.

"Our kids call it the 'magic wall,'" laughed the homeowner. "They'll sit there with flashlights, tracing the color shifts and pretending they're exploring canyons." Even in photos, the gradient's depth is remarkable: a close-up shot of a child's hand pressed against the terracotta section feels intimate, while a wide-angle view of the living room shows how the wall anchors the space, tying together leather sofas, cactus prints, and a vintage rug into a cohesive, desert-inspired haven. It's not just a wall—it's a daily reminder of the beauty outside their door.

When the Celestial Museum in upstate New York decided to expand its space exhibit, it needed a material that felt "both ancient and futuristic"—something that evoked the moon's cratered surface but maintained a sense of elegance. The exhibit, titled "Lunar Landscapes," aimed to transport visitors to the moon's surface, and the curators wanted walls that didn't just display artifacts but became part of the experience. MCM's lunar peak silvery was designed for moments like this.

The material's surface is a masterclass in subtlety: a silvery base with irregular, crater-like indentations that catch light and shadow, mimicking the moon's rugged terrain. Unlike polished metals, it has a soft, matte finish that doesn't reflect harshly, making it ideal for showcasing delicate moon rock samples and interactive displays. The museum's architect chose to install the panels in a staggered pattern, creating a 3D effect that makes visitors feel as if they're walking along a lunar ridge.

"We wanted visitors to feel small in the best way—awed by the universe," said the exhibit designer. "MCM's lunar peak silvery does that. It's quiet, but it commands attention. Kids press their palms against it, tracing the 'craters,' and adults stand back, lost in thought. It's more than a backdrop; it's a character in the story." In photos, the material's texture shines: under soft exhibit lighting, the silvery surface glows like moonlight, turning even static displays into immersive journeys.