8th Gen Stonemason
Tradition is Not The Worship of Ashes but the Preservation of Fire
We are Irish stonemason experts. Our work includes detailed windows/door surrounds, highly decorative finials, elaborate fireplaces, structural archways, detailed moulding, string courses and parapet cappings.
Our Services

Stone/Brick/Block Wall Repair
We provide the enthusiasm, design and craftsmen ship for any structural job.

Traditional Lime
Works & Pointing
Traditional lime pointing is the technique which is used to fill in the joints on stone buildings and walls.

Headstone/
Monumental
In collaboration with the family, we carefully craft in a variety of styles, shapes and detail.

Hand-Cut
Lettering
There are two options when it comes to lettering any piece of stone - Hand cut or Sandblasting

Architectural
Stone Work
Consists of structural load-baring arches, window and door surrounds, stone walls and more.

Sculpture/Stone
Carving
Starting with a big block of stone we bring a sculpture or carving out of its depths.

Bespoke
Fireplaces
We can craft just the fireplace to suit your lifestyle and the heart of your home

Sand
blasting
Sandblasting is sharp, modern lettering on stone with speed, precision & affordability.
We are Award Winning Irish Stonemasons





I am
Killian O'Flaherty
8th Gen Stonemason
I am an 8th Generation Stonemason / Stone Cutter. From the village of Ballyknockan (“The Granite Village”) in Wicklow, Ireland. Although I come from a long line of stonemason experts, I am the first stone cutter. Originally mentored by Tom Little, Today I am the proud owner of O’Flaherty Stone.
Features
& Events
- Trinity College Dublin. Spoke at the Heritage Ireland 2030 Conference
- 2024 Guild Moot UK β Stonemasons Guild of St. Stephen- Attended and spoke at.
- 2024 β Newbridge House – Skills Demonstration
- 2023 β To mark the bi-centenary of Ballyknockan Granite Quarries during National Heritage week we did a 2hr walking tour of quarries and statues and a stone cutting demo.




















Our Process

Get in Touch
Get in touch with a member of our team for the proposed job

Discuss Design
We go through the design and material you're looking for

Supplemental
Next, we ask you for photos of ideas or examples they might like

Provide Budget
After we discuss the design, examples and overall job, we provide a quote

Schedule/Plan
If agreed, we schedule commencing the job or further details
What Our Clients Say About Us
Kirsten LockTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I enjoyed this workshop very much. I have never done stone carving before and Killian, with his expertise, showed us how to do it. Once I got used to holding the tools and losing the fear of doing it wrong, I found it very rewarding. I highly recommend to do the 2 days. On the second day I felt more confident and I could finish my piece. I also recommend to have in mind what you want to do and to keep it simple. I carved a cat and was very happy with the result. The atmosphere in the workshop was relaxed and there was plenty of drinks and snacks. Thank you Killian and Zacharias, for this lovely experience. Zachary Westhelle HartfielTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I couldn't recommend this stone carving workshop more. The workshop is run in beautiful Ballyknockan and is held in a active stonemason/stonecutters shed In the heart of the village. Getting to work in this unique space with professionals such as Killian feels like such a privilege. It is so exciting to see what everyone else is working on and it is a great social space for artists and hobbyists to meet and share ideas. It truly is not one to be missed. Brendan McHughTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently had the pleasure of taking part in the Stone Carving Workshop in Ballyknockan, overlooking the beautiful Blessington lakes. It was an unforgettable experience. Killian is a true master of his craft β his passion for traditional stonemasonry and stone carving is evident in the historical building he restored that he uses as his workshop. The stone carving was a wonderful hands-on experience. Killian and Zach are excellent teachers β patient and knowledgeable. Their step-by-step process makes stone carving accessible and enjoyable even for complete beginners. Being able to work with traditional tools to shape a granite stone gave me a real appreciation for the skill of stonemasonry Itβs rare to find today an opportunity to learn a traditional craft in such an authentic environment. carol dunneTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience in the garden of Ireland! I have a new found respect for this ancient craft . Killian and the team were fantastic and always on hand to help and advise, would reccommond this workshop 100% and we came away with unique stone carving !! BSGTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely phenomenal two day workshop! Bernard WardTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic work. I'm very happy with how the job turned out. Ruben FonsecaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We gave Killian a call back a few weeks ago to do some work on our property and I honestly couldn't recommend him enough. Professionalism & work was top class. When we gave him a call, he didn't just listen, he knew exactly what he was talking about and it gave us alot of peace of mind. As I mentioned before, Killian is a gentleman and at the top of his game. I couldn't recommend him enough and we will always be using him in the future. Glenn GrimesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic course with a fantastic instructors in Killan and Zack. Lots of new skills learned in the two day stone carving course, including how to fix my many mistakes π. Lunch etc all provided (home made and super tasty). Killian has pieces in the work shop that heβs currently working on too so you also see the level of skill he has and know youβre in great hands. Oh, and the view over the lakes is spectacular. Couldnβt recommend it enough, 6/5 in my opinion. Justin WinstonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I did a stone carving course with Killian (and Zak). Have to say it was one of the best courses I have been to. Killian really knows his craft and had all three of us working confidently in no time. Everything is supplied, tools, stone and even an amazing home made soup for lunch! The workshop overlooking Blessington lake is a great place to spend a few days "chipping away" so if you want to learn from a master this is the course to do! Jamie McGeeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Killian and Team rebuilt a 200y old granite wall in our back garden. Communication from them was excellent - the wall is half owned by our neighbour so he had two households to manage. We had a quote with a clear scope. The site was always left spotless and the rebuilt wall looks great (and no additional cost over what was quoted). We had an excellent experience. Would happily recommend.
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