In 2024, STONELINK had the privilege of contributing to the architectural expression of the Mercure Hotel in Pangkalan Bun, Indonesia, which is a project that reflects both contemporary refinement and cultural sensitivity. As a trusted supplier of natural stone solutions, we provided a curated selection of premium stone materials that not only complemented the hotel's design concept but also met the highest standards of performance and aesthetics.

Pangkalan Bun, located in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia, is an emerging urban hub that balances ecological richness with a growing hospitality infrastructure. The new Mercure Hotel, operated under the internationally recognized Accor Group, aims to serve both business travelers and eco-tourists exploring the nearby Tanjung Puting National Park.

For such a strategically located hotel, every material choice was crucial. The architectural vision demanded warmth, durability, and a subtle narrative of luxury rooted in nature. STONELINK supplied three distinct stone materials, each selected for its unique visual language and functional excellence: Xinjiang G682 yellow granite, Silver Tundra grey marble, and Forest Green marble.

Xinjiang G682 Yellow Granite: Strength and Warmth for Exterior and Interior Contrast

One of the cornerstones of the project was Xinjiang G682 yellow granite, a dense, medium-grained granite characterized by its warm golden tones, subtle mineral flecks, and excellent weather resistance.

Application of G682 yellow granite:

- Honed finish on the hotel's exterior facade

- Polished finish in the lobby relaxation area walls

The use of a honed finish on the building's external walls evokes a grounded and organic presence, blending effortlessly with the tropical surroundings while offering long-term durability against Indonesia's humid climate. Indoors, the polished G682 yellow granite provides a visual bridge—its golden sheen catching soft lobby lighting, inviting guests into a space of warmth and understated grandeur.

Silver Tundra Grey Marble: Understated Sophistication with Natural Depth

For interior flooring, wall cladding, and staircases, the architects chose Silver Tundra grey marble, which is a Turkish-origin stone known for its layered grey tones and occasional white veining. This stone exudes a quiet luxury that fits perfectly with Mercure's international design ethos.

Application of Silver Tundra grey marble:

- Partial flooring and wall decoration

- Stair treads and risers

The Silver Tundra's cloudy, stratified texture offers a sense of movement, a subtle echo of tropical rain and forest mists—perfectly mirroring the natural environment of Central Kalimantan. Its performance as a flooring and stair material ensures not just elegance, but also slip resistance and mechanical strength, essential for high-traffic hospitality settings.

Forest Green Marble: A Nod to Nature

To further reinforce the project's connection to the surrounding rainforest, Forest Green marble was selected for feature walls in specific areas of the hotel. This rich and verdant marble with its bold green base and organic veining serves as a stunning focal point.

Application of Forest Green marble:

- Wall decoration in select interior zones

This marble material wasn't just chosen for its beauty. Its deep green palette resonates with the ecological identity of Borneo, turning interior spaces into calm retreats while offering designers a powerful visual tool for thematic storytelling. Whether used behind reception counters or in guest corridors, Forest Green marble lends an earthy, immersive dimension to the built environment.

STONELINK's Integrated Approach

STONELINK's role went beyond material supply. We provided technical support throughout the selection and specification process, ensuring that surface finishes, thickness tolerances, and installation methods aligned with both design intent and site conditions.

Each stone was processed with precision, carefully packed, and shipped directly to Indonesia with full quality assurance—from raw block selection to final on-site delivery. Our Xinjiang G682 yellow granite was sourced directly from our long-term quarry partners, while Silver Tundra grey marble and Forest Green marble were handpicked by our sourcing team for consistency in tone and texture.

The Mercure Hotel in Pangkalan Bun is more than just another hospitality development, it is a thoughtful dialogue between modern architecture and local ecology. STONELINK is proud to have contributed to this project, supplying materials that speak not only of beauty but of purpose and place.

As we continue to support design professionals and developers worldwide, we remain committed to quality, transparency, and the timeless artistry of natural stone.

Imperial Green Quartzite | 2025 New Arrival by STONELINK, Leading the Trend in High-End Interior Design

Imperial Green features a deep and regal green as its base tone, enhanced by delicate, flowing veining that exudes the elegance of natural jade. Each intricate pattern across the slab resembles an ink painting crafted by nature—at times rich and bold, at others light and graceful—offering both depth and harmony. The steady dark green surface reflects subtle luster under varying light, lending a royal and dignified ambiance to any space. Its overlapping layers of color blocks not only highlight the stone's natural charm but also ensure durability, offering designers and homeowners a perfect balance of aesthetics and practicality.

Applications of Imperial Green Quartzite in Different Home Spaces

Living Room

In the living room, Imperial Green can be showcased as a TV feature wall, fireplace cladding, or coffee table surface, instantly elevating the ambiance. The deep green veins harmonize with gentle indoor lighting to create a layered, sophisticated look. Pairing it with metallic accents or warm-toned furnishings adds an elegant contrast, striking the perfect balance between luxury and comfort.

Dining Room

When used for a dining table surface or as a feature wall, Imperial Green infuses the dining area with a sense of grandeur and elegance. Its rich hue seamlessly complements diverse chair materials and lighting designs—whether it's a sleek contemporary aesthetic or a classic European vibe. In either case, Imperial Green becomes the statement piece, delivering an extraordinary dining experience for all.

Kitchen

Applying Imperial Green to kitchen countertops or island tops not only creates a stunning focal point but also ensures a sturdy, durable work surface. The natural hardness and abrasion resistance of quartzite make it ideal for everyday cooking needs. Its deep green shade contrasts beautifully with stainless-steel appliances or white cabinetry, delivering both style and practicality.

Bedroom

In the bedroom, Imperial Green can be featured as a headboard backdrop or a decorative accent, introducing a serene yet luxurious vibe to your personal retreat. Combined with soft textiles and warm lighting, it creates a calming and inviting atmosphere for restful sleep. The natural patterns of the stone offer a subtle yet sophisticated visual experience during peaceful nights.

Bathroom

In the bathroom, incorporating Imperial Green on vanity countertops or shower walls elevates the overall quality and aesthetic. Its dense composition makes it resistant to moisture and wear, ideal for humid environments. The rich green tone pairs seamlessly with expansive mirrors or glass shower enclosures, evoking the feel of an upscale spa retreat.

STONELINK's 2025 Imperial Green radiates an unparalleled allure through its profound coloration and organic veining. Its impressive hardness and durability open up limitless possibilities for innovative applications across diverse interiors. Beyond merely serving as a decorative element, Imperial Green embodies an artistic medium that conveys a refined design aesthetic and lifestyle philosophy. Whether gracing a lavish villa or an elegant apartment, its stately sophistication enhances every environment, showcasing a truly unique sense of grandeur.

STONELINK — Leading the Boundless Possibilities of Stone Aesthetics and Interior Design

Q: What do I need to know about buying granite countertops?

A: When purchasing granite countertops, it is important to consider both the type and quality of the stone. You should also take into account any additional costs associated with installation and sealing. It is a good idea to compare the prices and features of different granite countertop options before making a purchase. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the granite is sealed properly and regularly in order to keep it looking its best.

Q: Do granite countertops need maintenance?

A: Yes, granite countertops need to be sealed regularly to prevent staining and discoloration. It is also important to clean the surface with a mild dish soap and warm water, and avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners. Additionally, it is recommended to use a hot pad or trivet when placing hot pans or dishes on the countertop, in order to prevent any damage.

Q: What are do's and don'ts for granite countertops?

A:

Do: - Seal your granite countertops regularly to prevent staining and discoloration - Clean the surface with a mild dish soap and warm water - Use a hot pad or trivet when placing hot pans or dishes on the countertop

Don't: - Use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners - Place hot pans or dishes directly on the countertop - Use acidic or alkaline cleaners.

Q: Why is granite used for monuments?
A: Granite is a popular choice for monuments and gravestones due to its durability and resistance to weathering.

Q: Is granite a good gravestones?

A: Granite is a popular choice for headstones because it is a hard stone that can be carved and inscribed with names and dates.

Q: Which granite is best for headstone?

A: The best granite for headstones is typically a hard, durable granite such as black granite, grey granite, or white granite. Each type of granite has its own unique characteristics, so it is important to choose the right one to best suit your needs.

Q: What's the difference between a headstone and a tomb stone?

A: The difference between a headstone and a tombstone is that a headstone typically marks a single grave, while a tombstone may mark multiple graves.

Q: How long will a granite grave marker last?

A: Generally, a granite grave marker will last for centuries, though the inscription may become hard to read over time.

Q: Does granite paving stain?

A: Granite paving have good stain resistance, but is not 100% stain-proof. The harder granites have better resistance to stain. 

Q: Can you use granite for a patio? 

A: Yes. Granite is very suitable for outdoor using. It is hard and durable, the granite flooring tiles, wall cladding are widely used outdoor, and they can last long. 

Q: Which is best paving stone?

A: According to our experience, granite is the best paving stone material. It is economic, quality is good and stable, can be used for indoor and outdoor as paving tiles. 

Q: Are granite paving slabs slippery? 

A: The granite paving slabs with flamed, bush-hammered surface are not slippery, is very suitable for outdoor projects. If for indoor, the polished granite tiles are slippery, can consider honed surface tiles. Honed surface is lower polished degree, is lower slippery too. 

Q: What's the most durable paving? 

A: Granite paving slab is the most durable paving. It is harder than marble, can last for hundreds of year, is water resistant, low absorption rate. Also granite paving slabs need low maintaince.

Q: What is better for a headstone marble or granite? 

A: Granite is a better material for headstone, because it is harder, water and sunshine resistance, can withstand different weather and last longer. But marbles usually have cracks and chips, is more sofer. 

Q: What is the best color for gravestone and headtone? 

A: According to our 20 years' export experience, the gray and balck are most popular gravestone granite colors. The gray granites are: G603, G623, Jilin White, G633 etc., and popular black gravestone granite are Shanxi Black, Absolute Black, Black Galaxy etc. 

Q: How do I choose headstone? 

A: To choose a good headstone, you need to consider the material, size, shape, design and surface finish. For the material, we suggest granite. 

Q: Which gravestone factory is good? 

A: Xiamen MRD Stone is a good gravestone factory from China, we have exported granite tombstones all around the world about 20 years. We can offer the CAD drawings to clients to confirm before production, and after production, the production photos will be sent to clients to confirm also. 

Q: Is marble mosaic good for shower floor? 

A：Yes, marble mosaic is easy to clean, also it has many different designs and patterns, such as Hexagons, Basketweave, Penny Rounds and Herringbone etc., they are very suitable for shower floor. 

Q: What's the popular sizes of marble mosaic tiles? 

A: The most marble mosaic tiles sizes are 200x300mm, 300x600mm, 300x300mm, thickness usually is 8mm, 10mm, with surface polished, honed etc. 

Q: Is marble mosaic good for kitchen backsplash? 

A: Yes, it is good. Marble mosaic tiles shows luxury, elegance, is very good material for backsplash. The most important is easy to clean. 

Q: What's the most popular kitchen backsplash tile? 

A: Marble mosaic backsplash tile is a very popular option for kitchen backsplash. It is very easy to install, can bring you kitchen elegance in looking. 

Q: How much is a full slabs of quartz?

A: MRD Stone 2cm engineered quartz slabs price start from about 30usd/m2. The accurate price depends on the colors and designs. The Calacatta quartz slab price is the most expensive among quartz colors. 

Q: Is quartz cheaper than granite? 

A: It depends on the designs. For the luxury granite, their prices are very high. And Calacatta quartz price is high too. If the normal popular granites and quartz, quartz price is higher than granites. 

Q: Can you put hot pans on engineered quartz? 

A: Yes, sure. The engineered quartz is heat-resistant, putting a hot pan on its surface is no problem. Also the quartz can water resistance, stain resistance, is good material for kitcen countertops. 

Q: Does engineered quartz stain? 

A: Engineered quartz is stain resistant. Food, drink coloring stains can be remove easily from quartz slab surface. 

Q: Does engineered quartz scartch?

A: No. Engineered quartz is hard material, it can be scartched easily. 

Introduction to Artificial Quartz Stone Slabs

Artificial quartz stone slabs have become a preferred choice in modern architecture and interior design due to their durability, aesthetic appeal, and low maintenance requirements. As a leading manufacturer and exporter in the stone industry, Xiamen MRD Stone specializes in high-quality quartz products, offering a wide range of solutions for residential and commercial applications.

Introduction to Granite stone slabs

Granite stone slabs are natural stone products,  known for its exceptional hardness, durability, and unique patterns, making it a popular choice for countertops, flooring, and architectural applications. Granite stone slabs are widely used in both residential and commercial projects, adding value and elegance to interiors and exteriors alike. Xiamen MRD Stone specializes in high-quality granite slab products, offering a wide range of solutions for residential and commercial applications.

Why Choose Granite Stone Slabs?

Durability: Granite is one of the hardest natural stones, making it highly resistant to scratches, heat, and wear. This makes it ideal for high-traffic areas and surfaces that endure heavy use, such as kitchen countertops and flooring.

Aesthetic Appeal: Granite offers a unique and elegant look with its natural patterns and color variations. Each slab is one-of-a-kind, adding a touch of luxury and sophistication to any space.

Versatility: Granite can be used in a variety of applications, including countertops, flooring, wall cladding, and outdoor spaces. Its versatility makes it a suitable choice for both residential and commercial projects.

Natural and Eco-Friendly: Granite is a natural stone, which means it is environmentally friendly. It does not emit harmful substances and can be recycled or repurposed.

Xiamen MRD Stone: A Trusted Supplier of Granite Slabs

Xiamen MRD Stone is a globally recognized manufacturer and trade company, integrating mineral resource exploration, stone processing, and exportation. Our commitment to quality and innovation has made our granite stone slabs widely popular in numerous countries.

Applications of Granite Stone Slabs

Kitchen Countertops: A stylish and durable solution for modern kitchens.

Flooring & Wall Cladding: Adds a sleek and elegant touch to residential and commercial spaces.

Hotel & Retail Interiors: Provides a luxurious and sophisticated appearance with long-lasting performance.