Tom Monte, Lindsay Hyatt (showroom manager, Facings of America) and Dave Green with one of the charity dog homes built by Arizona Structures in support of the Arizona Animal Welfare League. Courtesy Facings of America

With two award-winning Valley showrooms to showcase its products, Facings of America offers a large selection of fine tile and natural stone. These include ceramic, porcelain, terracotta, glass, mosaics, marble, limestone, travertine, metal tile as well as columns, fountains, fireplaces and specialty Architectural Features™–– design components hand-carved by artisans, using the finest European stones.

One of the many unique assets of Facings of America is that it carries exclusive products that are only available there. Guided by Richard J. van Gilse, who heads the 48-year family-owned company, the team will search the world for quality lines, and they’ll create others to help provide your project a one-of-a kind look.

Open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Facings of America showrooms are at 4124 No. 27th St., Phoenix, and 16421 No. 90th St., Scottsdale. “We have full displays of products to help you visualize what the product will look like installed,” Richard says.

But products are just part of the solution. At Facings of America, wide selection and personal direction unite.

Their highly trained staff provides product knowledge to select the right products for the proper applications, including custom products. Richard’s ASID-certified and other design consultants will actively learn about your needs and provide assistance to make the proper selection and aid in the design process.