Prestige Stone’s handcrafted stone veneer was featured on HGTV’s Rock the Block, Season 7 in Las Vegas. The season challenged top design teams to transform identical houses into distinctive finished homes with strong curb appeal, outdoor living spaces, and bold design choices.
Prestige Stone products were used throughout the projects to add natural texture, visual depth, and a finished look to the homes. From exterior accents to outdoor fireplaces, the featured stone shows how the right veneer can bring character and lasting style to a residential design.
Types of Stone Veneer Used on Rock the Block Season 7
Two distinct Prestige Stone veneer products were featured during Season 7:
Each stone offers a unique character and style. Designers used these options to create varied aesthetics throughout the competition homes, demonstrating the flexibility and cohesion achievable by mixing profiles within a single project.
Portland Smoke Weatherledge
On Rock the Block, designers selected Portland Smoke Weatherledge to create a textured, layered stone façade with striking natural variation on the front of the homes. The blend of depth and subtle color makes it ideal for projects seeking character without visual clutter.
In one featured home, the stone brought warmth and dimension to the outdoor living space, framing the fireplace and patio with a more permanent, custom-built look.
As Drew Scott, one of the Property Brothers, noted while reviewing the home, “I like the stone, the stone work looks amazing. I like that it’s not just solid wood. It’s got some details. The colors are good. It’s tasteful, it’s definitely tasteful.” [1]
Portland Smoke Weatherledge is especially well-suited for:
- Outdoor fireplaces
- Covered patios
- Accent walls
- Exterior stone details
- Modern or transitional home designs
Venice Southern Limestone
Venice Southern Limestone was another standout choice on Rock the Block, bringing a lighter, limestone-inspired aesthetic to the competition homes. Its soft, natural hues work especially well on expansive exterior surfaces, offering a clean and sophisticated appearance.
In the Las Vegas homes, Venice Southern Limestone framed garages, entryways, porch columns, and exterior walls. The stone’s pale color provided a striking contrast and balanced the darker features of each house.
This style is ideal for homeowners seeking a fresh, timeless look—adding elegance and visual lift without making exteriors appear bulky or heavy.
Why Stone Veneer Works So Well in Home Design
Stone veneer instantly transforms a home’s curb appeal. It introduces texture where flat surfaces once appeared plain, gives entryways a stronger presence, and makes outdoor spaces feel thoughtfully finished.
That impact stood out during the Rock the Block review as well. When looking at one of the homes, Jonathan Scott, the other Property Brother, said, “Having that stone facade is a much better look than just a generic wall. It’s bright and exciting, but it is still very sophisticated.”[1]
That’s why stone is a popular choice for:
- Front elevations
- Garage surrounds
- Entry columns
- Outdoor fireplaces
- Courtyards and garden walls
- Patio living areas
- Commercial exteriors
On Rock the Block, every design decision carried weight. Materials not only had to look beautiful, but also support the overall concept and help the homes feel truly complete. Prestige Stone added that final touch of character to the finished spaces.
Bring the Rock the Block Look to Your Project
The Prestige Stone veneer products featured on HGTV’s Rock the Block are available for residential and commercial projects nationwide.
Prestige Stone Products are made in Ohio and available through dealers across the country, giving homeowners and professionals a simpler way to find the right stone profile for their project.
Explore Prestige Stone collections, browse project inspiration, or use the Design Center to compare veneer styles. Ready to get started? Find your local Prestige Stone dealer and ask about the stone profiles featured on HGTV’s Rock the Block, Season 7.
[1] Quotes from Jonathan and Drew Scott during Rock the Block, Season 7, Episode 7, “Let’s Win This.” available through discovery+ and HGTV programming: Watch Season 7, Episode 7
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