Four decades of craftsmanship, collaboration and lasting partnerships.

Forty years is a milestone worth celebrating, and we couldn’t imagine marking the occasion without the people who have been part of our journey.

Our Set in Stone 40th anniversary celebration brought together our team, dealers, clients, suppliers and industry partners for an evening of connection, recognition and celebration at our Ottawa showroom.

From catching up with familiar faces to celebrating the inaugural Set in Stone Dealer Awards, the evening was a reminder of just how much our relationships mean to us. As we look back on four decades in the industry, we’re incredibly grateful to everyone who has helped shape our story and continues to be part of what we do.

40 Years, Built Together

Over the past four decades, we’ve had the opportunity to work alongside talented dealers, designers, builders, suppliers and industry professionals who share our appreciation for quality materials and great work.

Every partnership has contributed something to our story. Some have grown over many years, while others are just getting started, but each plays a role in shaping our business and the work we do together.

Our anniversary celebration gave us a chance to step back from the day-to-day, reconnect with our community and recognize the people behind the projects and partnerships that have brought us to this milestone.

Introducing the Set in Stone Dealer Awards

One of the highlights of the evening was the inaugural Set in Stone Dealer Awards. We created these awards to recognize the outstanding contributions of our dealer network and celebrate the different ways our partners make an impact across the industry.

From design innovation and material expertise to operational excellence, business growth and long-standing relationships, each award recognized a different aspect of the work that makes our industry what it is.

Celebrating Design and Material Expertise

We began by recognizing creativity, craftsmanship and the application of surface materials across a range of projects.

• Visionary Design Award – Best Designs: West of Main, sponsored by Caesarstone
• Natural Stone Distinction Award: Artisan Kitchen & Bath, sponsored by Masterpiece Granite & Marble
• Quartz Benchmark Award: La Vie en Bois, sponsored by Cambria
• Porcelain Innovation Award: Nathan Kyle Studio, sponsored by Cosentino

Recognizing Operational and Project Excellence

These awards highlighted the strong partnerships, showroom experiences and specialized expertise that help bring projects to life.

• Operational Excellence Award: Ottawa Valley Kitchens, sponsored by Gran Quartz
• Showroom Experience Award: Laurysen Kitchens, sponsored by Hanstone
• Signature Residential Award: Bex Interiors, sponsored by Vicostone
• Commercial Titan Award: LTR Industries, sponsored by Canadian Diamond Products

Celebrating Growth and New Partnerships

We also recognized partners who are building momentum through new relationships, business growth and emerging opportunities.

• Foundation Award – New Dealer: Inverness Homes, sponsored by Pearl Sinks
• Rising Star Award: Uniform Developments, sponsored by Hanstone
• Velocity Award – Largest Growth: Potvin Construction, sponsored by Hanstone

Honouring Lasting Partnerships

To close out the awards, we recognized the established relationships and foundational partnerships that have helped shape our journey over the years.

• Heritage Award – Long Standing: Westend Kitchen & Bath Centre, sponsored by Interstone Marble & Granite
• Cornerstone Award: Peter E. Sylvestre & Sons, sponsored by Vicostone
• Apex Award: Tamarack Homes, sponsored by Hanstone

Congratulations to all of our award recipients. We’re proud to recognize your contributions and grateful to have you as part of the Urban Quarry community. We’d also like to thank our sponsors for supporting the inaugural Set in Stone Dealer Awards and helping us make the evening special.

A Special Thank You to Our Team

As we celebrate 40 years of Urban Quarry, we want to recognize our incredible employees, past and present, whose hard work, expertise and dedication have helped shape who we are today.

We’re proud of the team behind Urban Quarry and grateful for everything they bring to the business each day. This milestone belongs to them just as much as it does to the partners and clients who have been part of our journey.

Looking Ahead to the Next 40 Years

Celebrating 40 years gave us an opportunity to reflect on where we’ve been, but it also reminded us of everything still ahead.

Our industry continues to evolve, and we’re excited to keep building on the relationships, expertise and shared commitment that have brought us this far. We look forward to continuing to work alongside our team, dealers, clients, suppliers and partners on the projects and opportunities to come.

To our entire UQ team, clients, dealers, suppliers, partners and friends, thank you for being part of our story. We wouldn’t be here without you.

Here’s to 40 years set in stone, and to the next chapter.