Presented by Neolith & CDK
September 1st, 2020
Session Synopsis:
The aim of this presentation is to give architects and designers an understanding of sintered stone, its application in design and how to specify sustainable sintered stone.
Sintered stone sustainable development process will be explained and its unique characteristics and benefits.
Participants will be taught how to critically evaluate sintered stone for different design options and project types, from kitchens to facades.
The session will promote a more environmentally aware and sustainable industry by going through key questions to ask in the specification of sustainable sintered stone.
Presented by:
Nathan Karpenko, State General Manager – Business Development – Stone & Neolith

Nathan is State General Manager Business Development for Stone & Neolith and has been with CDK Stone for over 13 years. With over 17 years’ experience in managing teams and working within architectural and design sales, Nathan has extensive stone and product knowledge and has worked on large commercial and high-end residential projects, helping clients create and deliver amazingly designed spaces.
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