Joao (Junior) Nunes

Noova Stone Custom Countertops

Joao (Junior) Nunes is the Owner of Noova Stone, bringing years of dedicated craft experience and specialized technical training to the custom stone and surface industry. As the driving force behind Noova Stone, Joao oversees comprehensive countertop projects and specialized surface installations across residential and commercial spaces. His hands-on knowledge in stone fabrication, paired with advanced training in porcelain slab handling, allows Noova Stone to execute complex designs with exact technical accuracy. Joao is committed to delivering durable, aesthetically striking stone solutions tailored to every client's unique design vision.

Education

Joao (Junior) Nunes’ professional background is built on targeted technical instruction and hands-on skill development in stone manufacturing. Recognizing the rapidly evolving materials used in modern architectural surfacing, Joao completed specialized industry training focused on modern fabrication methodology and high-precision cutting techniques.

His core areas of specialization include:

• Countertop Fabrication Training: Comprehensive instruction in material selection, edge profiling, template creation, and seam joining for natural and engineered stone surfaces.
• Porcelain Slab & Tile Cutting Training: Specialized technical training covering the handling, stress-relieving, cutting, and installing of large-format porcelain slabs.

By investing in specialized material training, Joao ensures that Noova Stone utilizes proper tooling, blade speeds, and structural support methods necessary for working with delicate yet durable modern surfaces.

Previous Experience

Joao (Junior) Nunes’ career progression in the stone and countertop industry is grounded in practical field work, material knowledge, and ongoing business leadership. Over his years in the trade, Joao transitioned from hands-on fabrication to business ownership, establishing Noova Stone as a trusted local resource for custom surfacing.

Key milestones in his professional journey include:

• Hands-On Fabrication Mastery: Years spent working directly with stone cutting machinery, hand polishing, and field measurements to master the nuances of natural granite, marble, quartz, and porcelain.
• Establishment of Noova Stone: Launching and building Noova Stone into a premier local provider for custom residential and commercial surface fabrication and installation.
• Technical Adaptation: Staying ahead of industry trends by continually adopting new cutting techniques and tooling required for ultra-thin and large-format materials.

This grounded history gives Joao a complete, 360-degree understanding of every project from raw slab selection to final job-site cleanup.

Highlights of Current Work

As Owner of Noova Stone, Joao (Junior) Nunes oversees day-to-day operations, quality control standards, and specialized custom installations. Under his leadership, Noova Stone has developed a strong reputation for mastering complex material applications that standard countertop fabricators often hesitate to take on.

Joao’s primary operational focus and project highlights include:

• Large Porcelain Slab Specialists: Executing full-scale porcelain slab installations that create seamless, elegant vertical and horizontal surfaces.
• Shower Wall Installations: Crafting custom, waterproof, large-format porcelain shower surrounds with minimal grout lines for a sleek, modern aesthetic.
• Fireplace Walls & Feature Surrounds: Fabricating heat-resistant, high-impact porcelain and stone feature walls that anchor living spaces.
• Custom Flooring & Countertops: Precision cutting and layout alignment for kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, and durable stone flooring.

Through close supervision on every project, Joao ensures that measurements are exact and that every slab is handled with the structural integrity required for a flawless finish.

Areas of Expertise

Joao (Junior) Nunes possesses deep industry expertise across all aspects of custom stone design, fabrication, and installation. His technical expertise spans traditional materials like granite and quartz as well as modern ultra-compact porcelain surfaces.

His core areas of specialization include:

• Complete Countertop Solutions: End-to-end knowledge covering material selection, digital templating, bridge saw cutting, edge finishing, and final sealing.
• Large-Format Porcelain Fabrication: Specialized skill in handling, maneuvering, and precision-cutting ultra-thin porcelain slabs without structural cracking.
• Vertical Surface Application: Technical installation procedures for heavy porcelain panels on shower walls, fireplace surrounds, and architectural accents.
• Project Planning & Quality Control: Guiding homeowners, builders, and designers through material choices and site preparation to ensure long-term durability.

Whether assisting a homeowner with a kitchen remodel or partnering with builders on custom shower walls, Joao provides knowledgeable advice at every step of the project.

Credentials

Joao (Junior) Nunes prioritizes continuous skill refinement and industry standard compliance. His credentials reflect direct physical training in surface manufacturing and safety protocols required for high-end fabrication shops.

Professional qualifications and credentials include:

• Certified Porcelain Fabrication Training: Verified completion of specialized courses covering porcelain slab handling and cutting tools.
• Advanced Countertop Fabrication Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in structural support requirements, seam placement, and surface finish maintenance.
• On-Site Quality Assurance: Ongoing commitment to industry best practices in surface measuring, leveling, and structural substrate preparation.

These credentials reflect Joao's commitment to delivering reliable, professional results on every job site.

Interesting Facts

Outside of his work at Noova Stone, Joao (Junior) Nunes values quality time away from the workshop to recharge and focus on family life.

• Cape Cod Retreat: Joao enjoys spending quality time with his family at their home on Cape Cod, taking advantage of coastal living and outdoor recreation.
• Family Focus: Balancing his role as a business owner with active family life remains one of his highest personal priorities.
• Craftsmanship Appreciation: Beyond his professional work, Joao holds a deep appreciation for residential architecture, exterior masonry, and coastal home design.

Get Started with Joao at Noova Stone

Whether you are planning a full kitchen remodel, designing a custom porcelain shower wall, or adding a stone fireplace surround to your home, Joao and the team at Noova Stone are ready to bring your vision to life with precision and care.

To get started, give us a call today. We look forward to showing you the Noova Stone difference!