Alkis Valentin – Founder & Reclaimed Brick and Stone Specialist at Chief Bricks

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Masonry, Reclaimed Materials, and Natural Stone Expertise

Alkis Valentin is a stone and brickwork specialist with deep expertise in reclaimed, imported, and sustainably sourced masonry. His work centres on helping homeowners, designers, and builders choose the right materials for renovations, extensions, garden landscaping, and interior finishes, especially when it comes to stone, brick, paving, and feature walls.

 

Hands-on Experience in Stone, Brick, and Sustainable Sourcing

With hands-on experience in sourcing, grading, restoring, and supplying historic and premium masonry, Alkis offers practical insight into everything from selecting durable stone for high-traffic areas to understanding colour variations, patterning, installation issues, weathering, and long-term maintenance.

 

Areas of Specialization

  • Reclaimed brick and cobblestone sourcing
  • Belgian blocks and natural stone supply
  • Architectural salvage and restoration materials
  • Masonry for landscaping and hardscaping
  • Historic material grading and quality control
  • Sustainable building materials and reuse

 

Who Alkis works with

  • Homeowners and renovators
  • Landscape architects and designers
  • Builders and developers
  • Preservation and restoration specialists
  • Hardscape contractors and masons

Industry Recognition & Expert Commentary

Frequently consulted for expert comment on construction trends, DIY projects, and interior design features, he brings a consumer-friendly way of explaining complex material choices—making him a valuable voice for topics such as kitchen and bathroom upgrades, outdoor living, heritage restorations, brick cleaning, pointing, paving mistakes, and choosing stone finishes that elevate a home.


Qualifications:

  • Expert in Reclaimed and Sustainable Building Materials, Specialist in Architectural Stone Supply Logistics, Sustainability Advocate.
  • Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management from EHL Hospitality Business School
  • 20 years in Architecture, Design and Real estate development in the USA, Europe and Asia.