Stone rain screens

Invisible fixing system: Bank-anchored panels are attached to hanger-clips and hung onto horizontal rails. The horizontal rails are carried by vertical members that are attached to the wall structure. Source: http://www.cb-products.com/gamma-stone-air/

Section detail of concealed back anchors and mechanical hangers (clips). Source: http://www.cb-products.com/gamma-stone-air/

Visible fixing system: Stone panels are attached directly through to the vertical rails with rivets. The vertical rails are attached to the wall by means of wall brackets, or to the horizontal rails in case of stud construction. Source: http://www.cb-products.com/gamma-stone-air/

Section detail of concealed back anchors and mechanical hangers (clips). Source: http://www.cb-products.com/gamma-stone-air/

THE SYSTEM IN USE Source: http://www.cb-products.com/gamma-stone-air/

ADVANTAGES OF STONE RAINSCREEN SYSTEMS The weight of cladding is much less than the weight of full sized stones. Cladding is much lighter. You can usually safely add it to existing structures without too much concern over added weight.  It also allows you to build a new, modern home, with all the modern advances in insulating and energy conservation, for example, that still looks old. SOURCE: http://architect.lundhs.no/what-are-the-advantages-and-disadvantages-of-natural-stone-as-a-cladding-material/