Premium Natural Stone for Coventry City of Culture

Delivered in partnership with Taylor Woodrow, the scheme played a key role in transforming the city centre into a vibrant, welcoming and durable civic space designed for both major events and everyday use.

The project required high-quality, robust materials that would complement Coventry’s architectural heritage while delivering long-term performance. Visual impact, durability and consistency were essential, with materials needing to withstand heavy footfall while maintaining a refined and cohesive aesthetic.

BBS supplied a carefully selected combination of Terra Amarello and Italian Porphyry, chosen for their strength, tonal variation and timeless character.

• Terra Amarello introduced warm, contemporary tones that enhance the openness of the public realm while offering excellent durability.
• Italian Porphyry, renowned for its exceptional performance and distinctive texture, provided contrast and definition, helping to frame key pedestrian routes and civic spaces.
• Working closely with the project team, BBS supported material selection and supply to ensure the finished scheme met both the technical and visual requirements of this high-profile development.

The completed public realm delivers a striking, resilient and welcoming environment that reflects Coventry’s cultural significance and supports the city’s long-term regeneration ambitions. The considered use of natural stone ensures both visual impact and lasting performance, creating a space that will serve the city and its communities for many years to come.

This project demonstrates BBS Natural Stone Specialists’ continued involvement in major UK public realm and infrastructure schemes, supplying high-quality natural stone alongside technical expertise and a collaborative approach from concept through to completion.