My parents started this company in 1964. At the time, they had a 125-acre farm on which they raised pigs, and my father also worked for a stone company. One day, my mom got a call from a local landscaper looking to buy a load of flagstone—not through the company Pa worked for but directly through him. Buechel Stone was born. I was six years old at the time, but we kids were raised to do our part. So even in the early years, you could find me in the quarry helping out where I could.

By 1977, my parents were ready to think about the future. Though far from old, they had seen others hold on to their businesses too long. So they decided to sell half the business to their sons—with four stipulations. All three of us had to buy in together, be equal partners, agree to stay for five years and pay our parents promptly each month. At the time, I was only 19 and had little idea what I wanted to do with my life, but I agreed. Our family business was becoming a multi-generational legacy.

My five-year commitment grew into five decades. Along the way, my brother Tim and I bought out our oldest brother’s share. We also brought in fresh voices with valuable perspectives, while remaining loyal to those who stuck with us. Our longest-tenured employee recently retired after over 45 years with the company. But whether hiring someone for a leadership role or to sweep the floors, we have always looked to work with people of personal integrity.

Buechel Stone has seen so much growth as we went from selling in a 50-mile radius to supplying stone to projects nationwide. We’ve aimed to provide architects the best resources to spec projects and make sure all our customers are satisfied. As the company celebrates 60 years and I prepare to retire, it makes me proud and happy to see the business staying in the family—with Tim’s son Mike already representing the third generation as I get ready to sell my shares to my children Shaun and Dominique. We’ve put a great team together that is focused on accomplishing big, audacious goals, and I’m excited to see where the company will go.

Scott Buechel

Welcome to the inaugural issue of stone journal, where natural stone meets inspired design. While other publications showcase materials or aesthetics, stone journal connects the two, exploring how natural stone transforms ideas into timeless realities. This isn’t just about product selection—it’s a celebration of craftsmanship and the artistry that brings stone to life.

For over 60 years, Buechel Stone has been at the forefront of the natural stone industry, shaping projects that elevate spaces beyond expectation. With stone journal, we’re pulling back the curtain to share our story and the unique role dimensional stone plays in creating lasting beauty. Often seen as a commodity, dimensional stone is far more—it’s a collaboration between the material, the mason, and the designer. Each piece is cut and shaped by skilled hands, then entrusted to experts to bring visions to life.

Unlike stone slabs, where selections are made firsthand, dimensional stone requires trust. It’s a process that blends planning, anticipation, and the thrill of seeing the finished masterpiece—an experience as personal and singular as the material itself. To ensure every project reflects this seamless harmony, we created the worry-free client experience™, designed to make working with Buechel as effortless as it is inspiring.

Inside stone journal, we take you coast to coast to explore four standout projects, from the refined elegance of the East Coast to bold, rustic Texas, timeless Wisconsin, and the innovative designs of the West Coast. In our facets section, we highlight unique uses of stone, exceptional products, and the creative minds behind them. Finally, we pay tribute to the ultimate designer: Mother Nature, whose artistry inspires every building stone, boulder, and architectural stone detail we produce.

Thank you for exploring stone journal, a window into how Buechel Stone elevates natural stone and design to create something unforgettable. If you’ve completed a project using Buechel Stone, we’d love to consider it for a future issue. Reach out to our marketing team and share your story.
Welcome to stone journal, where craftsmanship, design, and the timeless beauty of stone come together.