Project Overview
In early 2023, a Dubai-based construction group awarded Phoenix Power Stone a contract to supply natural stone for a new five-star hotel in Dubai Marina. The project required 8,500 square meters of stone across three material types, with delivery phased over six months to align with the construction schedule.
Key Takeaways
- This Dubai five-star hotel project required 8,500 sq m of natural stone — Crema Marfil marble for lobby flooring, G654 granite for bathroom vanities and pool deck paving, and G682 granite for corridor cladding — shipped in 14 containers over six months.
- Color consistency across 3,200 sq m of marble was achieved by reserving a single 22-tonne quarry block and processing the entire lobby order in one production run, eliminating the color variation that occurs with multi-block sourcing.
- The installation deadline was met by adding a second production shift (18 days vs 25) and using direct Qingdao-to-Jebel Ali shipping (18 days transit), avoiding a 10-12 day delay via Singapore transshipment.
The scope covered lobby flooring, guest bathroom vanities, corridor wall cladding, and outdoor pool deck paving. The architect specified a consistent color palette across all areas — warm beige and cream tones with dark accent pieces — requiring careful batch matching across multiple container shipments.
| Project Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Project Type | Five-star hotel, new construction |
| Location | Dubai Marina, UAE |
| Total Stone Supplied | 8,500 sq m |
| Timeline | 6 months (March – August 2023) |
| Containers Shipped | 14 × 20ft containers |
Stone Products Supplied
| Product | Material | Quantity | Finish | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lobby Floor Tiles | Crema Marfil Marble | 3,200 sq m | Polished, 600×600×20mm | Hotel lobby & reception |
| Bathroom Vanity Tops | G654 Granite | 380 units | Polished, custom cut-to-size | 380 guest bathrooms |
| Corridor Wall Cladding | G682 Granite | 2,800 sq m | Honed, 300×600×15mm | Guest floor corridors |
| Pool Deck Paving | G654 Granite | 2,500 sq m | Flamed, 600×600×30mm | Outdoor pool deck |
| Lobby Feature Wall | Calacatta-look Marble | 150 sq m | Book-matched polished slabs | Reception backdrop |
Challenges & Solutions
Challenge 1: Color Consistency Across Shipments
The architect required all lobby marble to come from a single quarry block to ensure uniform veining and color. With 3,200 sq m needed, this meant securing a large, consistent block and processing it sequentially.
Solution: We reserved a 22-tonne Crema Marfil block at our partner quarry and processed the entire lobby order in a single production run. Before cutting, we dry-laid sample tiles across a 10 sq m area for the architect's remote approval via video call. All 14 containers were loaded from the same production batch, ensuring zero color variation.
Challenge 2: Tight Installation Window
The hotel's grand opening was fixed for December 2023. Stone for the lobby had to arrive by May to allow six months for installation and finishing. Our standard production lead time was 25 days — leaving no room for delay.
Solution: We added a second shift for the lobby marble order, completing production in 18 days. Containers were shipped via direct Qingdao-to-Jebel Ali route (18 days transit) rather than transshipment via Singapore (which would have added 10-12 days). All lobby stone arrived on site by April 28 — ahead of the May deadline.
Challenge 3: Outdoor Stone Specification
The pool deck required slip-resistant paving rated for 50°C+ surface temperatures and occasional exposure to chlorinated pool water. Standard polished granite would be dangerously slippery.
Solution: We supplied G654 granite with a flamed finish, which creates a rough, naturally slip-resistant surface. Flamed granite also stays cooler underfoot than darker stones in direct sun. Test certificates for slip resistance (ASTM C1028) and water absorption (ASTM C97, 0.18%) were provided with the shipment.
Results
- All 14 containers delivered on or ahead of schedule.
- Zero material rejected during site inspection.
- The hotel opened on schedule in December 2023.
- The client placed a follow-up order in 2024 for a second hotel project in Abu Dhabi.
Frequently Asked Questions
What stone products did Phoenix Power Stone supply for the Luxury Hotel Stone Supply?
Phoenix Power Stone supplied factory-direct natural stone for this hospitality project, manufactured at our 108,000 sqft facility in Shandong, China. Full details of stone types, quantities, and specifications are described in the sections above.
Does Phoenix Power Stone handle international stone supply for large-scale projects?
Yes. We export to 50+ countries with ISPM-15 compliant packaging, FOB/CIF terms, and full export documentation. This case study demonstrates our capability for multi-container, specification-grade stone supply with on-time delivery.
How can I get a quote for a similar project?
Contact us at sale@stone-phoenix.com or via WhatsApp at +86 17862811888 with your project specifications. Our team responds within 24 hours with pricing, lead times, and technical recommendations tailored to your project requirements.
About the Author
24+ years in natural stone manufacturing and export. 108,000 sqft factory in Shandong, China. ISO-certified quality control. ASTM/EN standards testing. sale@stone-phoenix.com