--- title: "Bella Dura Architectural Stone — Stone, Pavers & Concrete | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/bella-dura-architectural-stone-pfvwus-pf~469763617 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~469763617.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Bella Dura Architectural Stone" category: ["Stone", "Pavers & Concrete"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/332300530f886adf_0285-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1119 North Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802, United States" latitude: 30.4438 longitude: -91.1775 phone: "(225) 800-4173" website: http://Belladura.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 7 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 46 last_updated: 2026-09-01 --- # Bella Dura Architectural Stone Original Houzz profile: [Bella Dura Architectural Stone](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/bella-dura-architectural-stone-pfvwus-pf~469763617) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Stone - **Location:** Baton Rouge, LA - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (7 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2019), for Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Bella Dura Architectural Stone offers dimensional architectural stone fabrication along with full design services. Bella Dura is a forty one year old company with it’s own quarrying and fabrication facilities in the Yucatan of Mexico. At our factory we have the abilities to produce any and all natural limestone architectural detail of any size and to produce exquisite old world hand carved detail. Our Limestone of the Yucatan is available in four distinctive types; Macedonia (marble like), Ostra Shellstone, Uxmal (terra cotta color) and Sisal Coquina. The hundreds of majestic completed projects around the country and Caribbean are articulate testimony to these capabilities. Premiere Producers of classical natural stone elements, both structural and decorative, both monumental and subtle. The finest in columns, pediments, quoins, cornices, fireplaces, paving, and every variety of molding and opening detail, balustrades, pool decking and coping, pergolas, arbors, archways, all exterior and interior details. ### Typical Job Cost $500 - 100,000 We are the direct source for All Natural Stone Architectural Elements that are produced in our factory. Our Macedonia, Sisal, Ostra, and Uxmal Limestone are quoted by price as Factory Direct to U.S. Jobsite. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Bella Dura Architectural Stone | | Address | 1119 North Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802, United States | | Phone | (225) 800-4173 | | Website | http://Belladura.com | | Followers on Houzz | 46 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Bella-Dura-Architectural-Stone-236266346398677/ - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/BellaDura\_Stone - Blog — www.belladura.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Bella Dura Architectural Stone](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/bella-dura-architectural-stone-pfvwus-pf~469763617) - **Website:** http://Belladura.com - **Phone:** (225) 800-4173 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2019), for Design. **Affiliations** - [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019) - [Capital Region Builders Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/capital-region-builders-association-pfvwus-pf~471381589) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 7 reviews** ### All 7 reviews **★★★★★ — Sauviac + Dang Architectural Design, Aug. 2016** > Bella Dura's Architectural Stone proved to be the perfect material for use in the zen pool house. It's timeless beauty and architectonic qualities are cherished as much today as when they were first installed. Truly a beautiful product! **Comment from Bella Dura Architectural Stone:** > Craig Sauviac is a talented architectural modernist, and we brought him in to design an enclosed pool house that used our Sisal limestone square columns and "L" shaped in the corners as the sole structural support and our Uxmal as the pool and spa coping. The result is a stunning use of these natural stones. > Mary Kay Davis & Robert Day > Bella Dura Architectural Stone **★★★★ — Kevin Babb, Aug. 2016** > Bella Dura provided the stone work for a church baptismal font, basin, and devotional area . The shape and contour of the font works perfectly to allow a continuous flow of water to cling to the sides as it makes its way to the basin below. The lower basin was oval in plan so the wall and cap pieces had to be cut to fairly precise curved measurements. The material used was Macedonia limestone and is beautiful in color and veining, Thanks Robert and Mary Kay! **Comment from Bella Dura Architectural Stone:** > This major restoration and renovation of a very historic 200 year old Catholic church was an inspirational experience for us and Kevin was a delight to work with. The project won a number of state and national awards, and we are both humbled and proud to have been a part. Thanks to Kevin and his firm, Cockfield Jackson. > Robert Day & Mary Kay Davis > Bella Dura Architectural Stone **★★★★★ — Jairo Leon Architect, June 2016** > I have specified and used their products on several projects that I have > designed. I was very pleased with the end result. > I would definitely use them again. **Comment from Bella Dura Architectural Stone:** > Jairo is very talented architect who had perfected several architectural vernaculars, one being Mediterranean which he has graced with our limestone columns and molding detail on several occasions. He is a delight to work with and his clients adore him. > Robert & Mary Kay > Bella Dura Architectural Stone **★★★★★ — mletosr, June 2016** > We loved the stone as it complements our design and decor. > Robert and Mary Kay were a pleasure to work with, there professionalism, personal touch and help with the design made this project a great experience. **Comment from Bella Dura Architectural Stone:** > It was an absolute pleasure to play an integral part of such a magnificent project that reflects exquisite design and your dedication to sustainable building philosophies. Thank you! > Robert & Mary Kay > Bella Dura Architectural Stone **★★★★★ — Lance Bennett, June 2016** > We worked very closely with Bella Dura Architectural Stone. We asked Mary Kay to come up with a design concept for us to begin development of our outdoor living space with pool and fountains overlooking a beautiful landscape extending 300 feet down to the lakes. She had designed some areas for us before that were not developed, so we knew how talented she is. The design that she presented to us was so spectacular and so perfect in reflection of our personal taste that we were amazed. It was a perfect fit. The end result is even more spectacular than her rendering and is the talk of the town. Robert’s extensive knowledge and experience of construction in stone was invaluable throughout the year long development. The fabrication and installation was and is fabulous, and we could not be happier. The pool, the passageway house, the columns, the pool coping, the paving, the stair steps, the wall caps, the drain grates, the elevations, and the fountains are all exquisite and the envy of all we know. This addition to the renovation of our property in this Historic District champion the dedication to sustainable building philosophies and the exquisite use of their limestone of the Yucatan. **Comment from Bella Dura Architectural Stone:** > This project and these clients were great fun to work with. Their trust in us to provide the wide array of limestone elements, columns, paving, solid stone passageway, stair treads, paving and coping, was a great compliment to us. > Robert & Mary Kay > Bella Dura Architectural Stone **★★★★★ — wkirtland, June 2016** > Bella Dura supplied us with all of the limestone for our house, 14 columns, thresholds, window surrounds and about 3000 sq ft of limestone tile. All delivered on time. **Comment from Bella Dura Architectural Stone:** > This project is probably the finest and most exquisite piece of architecture we have worked. Walter and Diane, a very good interior designer, are both very talented and did more research for this Tuscan perfection than anyone we have ever worked with including extensive time spent in Tuscany and salvaging authentic materials. Our stone detailing of columns and entablature, and pergolas and coping and many other details could not have been used more perfectly. > Robert & Mary Kay > Bella Dura Architectural Stone **★★★★★ — Mark Washauer, June 2016** > Bell Dura Architectural Stone fabricated and installed six columns, stone molding surround for our ten foot iron entry door and window trim including a beautiful bulls eye surround for a gable window. Their work greatly enhanced the beauty of our home and true value. I would recommend them without hesitation **Comment from Bella Dura Architectural Stone:** > This house is a triumph of design, owing to Mark's talent as a builder and Lynne's talent as an interior designer. Our limestone was used to absolute perfection. > Robert & Mary Kay > Bella Dura Architectural Stone ## Selected projects - [Dallas Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dallas-modern-pj-vj~5794383) - Location: Dallas, TX - Photos: 6 - Description: Our client and old friend, Bill Brown, chose our cross-cut Ostra Shellstone for his modern new residence in inner urban Dallas on the site of a tear down in an old established Dallas neighborhood. This choice was based on his prior experience using this same stone some years before on another residence he built on Gasparilla Island off of the west coast of Florida. The primary attribute of the Ostra Limestone is that is holds no heat and is comfortable for sitting or walking even in midday sun i… - [Urban Courtyard with pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/urban-courtyard-with-pool-pj-vj~5794025) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Tuscan style Villa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tuscan-style-villa-pj-vj~1651085) - Location: Baton Rouge, LA - Photos: 4 - Description: The clients researched the design of this Tuscan style villa for several years including six months in Tuscany. The design that resulted from this process required elaborate natural stone detail. The clients travelled to our factory to hand select our Limestone of the Yucatan that would appoint 3000 sq. ft. of flooring and paving, 14 columns, quoins, crown molding, keyed window and door surrounds, thresholds, colonnaded entryway with entablature, wall caps, stair treads and risers, lion face fou… - [Historic District outdoor Living Area with Passageway house, Pool & Fountains](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historic-district-outdoor-living-area-with-passageway-house-pool-and-fountains-pj-vj~64891) - Location: Baton Rouge, LA - Photos: 11 - Description: The outdoor living area was designed by Bella Dura. This passageway house is produced from solid stone blocks with keyed archways supporting a solid framed timber interior capped with raised seam solid copper roof. Our beautiful Macedonia limestone is featured on the passageway house, Tuscan style columns, pool coping, and handrails. Our cross-cut Ostra shell stone is the featured paving that is noted for it's exceptional quality of staying cool in the hottest climates and it's non slip surface.… - [Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World ® Resort](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/four-seasons-resort-orlando-at-walt-disney-world-®-resort-pj-vj~2559508) - Location: Orlando, FL - Photos: 9 - [Mediterranean Style Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-style-architecture-pj-vj~1651117) - Location: Baton Rouge, LA - Photos: 9 - Description: This home features a grand Entryway with entablature that is produced from our Macedonia Limestone of the Yucatan. It is a true keyed arch that is two feet in depth. Tommy Cockfield of Cockfield Jackson Architects is the author of the designs featured in this project. - [Classic Federal Style Atlanta Estate with Temple of the Winds Column Order](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-federal-style-atlanta-estate-with-temple-of-the-winds-column-order-pj-vj~1834395) - Location: Atlanta, GA - Photos: 6 - Description: This classic Federal Style Atlanta Estate is hallmarked with the "Temple of the Winds" column order. The renovation of this brick home features our Macedonia Limestone classic architectural detailing. Architect Roberto Gomez-Valdez designed the elements for the restoration of this home. He is a Principal in the prestigious Wakefield Beasley & Associates of Atlanta, GA. and the Director of their Design Studio. The name "Temple of the Winds" order is derived from and also known as the "Tower of th… - [Balustrade](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/balustrade-pj-vj~1766932) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 32 - Description: 2000px - [Natural Stone Pool Coping & Paving](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/natural-stone-pool-coping-and-paving-pj-vj~1969959) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Custom Carved Fireplace Mantels](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-carved-fireplace-mantels-pj-vj~1964061) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - Description: Every fireplace is custom. From a simple surround to a floor to ceiling design, Bella Dura Architectural Stone can produce any fireplace design to compliment your home. Each fireplace is produced from our Limestone of the Yucatan. Design, shape, and build is our motto. Once you have selected the style and the stone, we quarry the stone, cut and shape it to specification, crate the fireplace, and then ocean and land freight it to the jobsite. So whatever you or your designer desires is what we pr… - [Macedonia Limestone Window Surrounds](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/macedonia-limestone-window-surrounds-pj-vj~1767093) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - Description: Custom designed Macedonia Window Surrounds provide an elegant and sustainable feature to your home. - [Ostra Shellstone](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ostra-shellstone-pj-vj~2075730) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Classic Country Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-country-estate-pj-vj~1960078) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - Description: Bella Dura Architectural Stone provided all of the natural stone detailing for this estate & Don Gore of Don Gore Design Studio designed the house plans for this Classic Country Estate. Roy Dufreche of Dufreche-Perkins & Associates, LLC completed this masterpiece property by creating a master-plan for the grounds of this estate in Rural Tangipahoa Parish. The elegant formalities of the totality of this property are astounding. The interior, exterior, and landscape feature our Macedonia, Sisal, a… - [Monterrey Galeria](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/monterrey-galeria-pj-vj~45064) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: A beautiful contemporary setting with Ostra Limestone fireplace & wall cladding. The fireplace candle holders are lined with our Uxmal Limestone. Classic Macedonia Limestone Tuscan style columns and paving. - [Limestone Columns](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/limestone-columns-pj-vj~2020642) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Carving & Garden Art](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carving-and-garden-art-pj-vj~1965582) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 [See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/bella-dura-architectural-stone-pfvwus-pf~469763617) ## Community Q&A **Q: What is the deck made of? We are trying to redo our decking and like** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi Daniale, The deck is made from our Macedonia Limestone. It is a very strong limestone and is frost resistant. Thanks for your inquiry. Marykay@belladura.com **Q: jmeyer6589@gmail.com** *(in Photo Questions)* does anyone know the name brand of this lantern A: Most likely Bevelo out of New Orleans. I believe you may find them in Houzz. **Q: Wall lights** *(in Photo Questions)* Love the hurricane lights , what lighting company were they purchased from? A: Cockfield Jackson were the architects for this project. We presume that the lamps are most likely produced by Bevelo. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-01.*