Antolini Importer of the Year: Royal Stone's Recognition at Coverings 2026

At Coverings 2026 in Las Vegas, Royal Stone achieved a historic milestone, receiving recognition as an Antolini Importer of the Year Star. This honor reflects the company's deep commitment to quality, expertise, and the vision of stone as art—a philosophy that has defined Royal Stone since its founding.

The title 'Importer of the Year Star' acknowledges both quantitative and qualitative achievements. It recognizes the consistent importation and curation of substantial volumes of rare, premium Antolini materials. It honors Royal Stone's position as a first destination for designers, architects, and developers seeking the world's most refined stone in the competitive Los Angeles market. The award also reflects the technical and aesthetic expertise demonstrated across our showroom and slab yard.

Beyond market presence, this recognition celebrates the customer experience Royal Stone delivers. From architects sourcing materials for luxury residences to homeowners seeking the perfect surface, and fabricators requiring confidence in their stone selections, Royal Stone's role is to provide seamless access to exceptional materials paired with genuine expertise.

The award validates Royal Stone's core philosophy: that stone is not merely a material but an expression of architecture, design, and lived experience. This mindset shapes every decision, from the slabs selected for inventory to how they are displayed and discussed with clients.

For Los Angeles-based projects, this recognition carries tangible value. It guarantees access to the finest materials available globally, with priority placement on new releases and exclusive products. It ensures that design visions—whether contemporary, transitional, or classical—are grounded in material excellence and technical knowledge that only comes from deep partnership with world-leading manufacturers.

Royal Stone's Importer of the Year Star honor is not an endpoint but an affirmation of direction. It signals to architects, designers, and homeowners that the highest standards in natural stone are within reach, right here in Los Angeles.