As a homebuyer, builder, or designer, there are always new and different materials to choose from. The combination of these materials can either enhance or conflict with each other. The best designs are those that bring out the materials natural beauty allowing the entire home to be seen as a complete design reflecting the homebuyer’s vision. Equally important is the fabrication and installation. Sloppy work destroys the overall essence of the material. However, when working with these materials an artisan not only has pride in his or her work, but pride in the product as well.