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5 Design Resolutions for 2016 to Make Today

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Image: BG Architecture “Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.” — Oprah Winfrey While Oprah probably said this in reference to self-improvement, why not take her quote and apply it to home improvement? We’ve put together five design resolutions to help you get your home’s design just right in 2016.

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Cinco de Mayo: 5 Ways to Use Mexican-Inspired Tile

Architectural Ceramics

You can’t think of Mexican tile without picturing colorful, hand-painted designs. Today, homeowners and designers are crushing over Terra-cotta’s usage as a popular flooring material. Here, Terra-cotta tile makes up most of the design, but the corners are clipped to insert colorful accents of Talavera tile. Decorative Details.

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The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online, “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

San Diego, CA, May 19, 2016 – The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) just released an updated version of the popular Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile online technical and sales training course. This course is designed both for the architect and arch rep to teach them how to write a proper tile and stone specification.

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CUSTOM Leads Sustainability Charge with Green Products

CUSTOM Insights Blog

Driven by environmental regulation, project specification and client demand, green building continues to double every three years according to the World Green Building Trends 2016 report by Dodge Data & Analytics. Our full line includes underlayments, thin-set mortars, grouts, sealers and cleaners designed with the environment in mind.

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Here’s How To Pull Off Those 2017 Style Trends You’ve Been Hearing About

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Image: DREAMHOUSE decorations Let’s be honest, it can be hard to keep up with design trends. It’s no surprise that we’re big fans of interior design trends, but rather than just tell you what this year’s hottest looks are, we’re taking things a step further. You’re also in the right place.

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Life of an Architect Playhouse Competition 2016

Life of an Architect

It’s hard to believe that the time is here to announce the 5th Annual Life of an Architect Playhouse Design Competition! With this year’s theme of “ Adventure ,” we’re looking for innovative playhouse design entries that inspire a sense of imaginative play. Here’s how to enter: Upload images of your playhouse design.

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Selected Works: Julian Watts

Heath Ceramics

It’s sculpture that thrives at the intersection of art, craft, and design—fresh work from a new artist worth collecting. Join us on Saturday, April 2, 2016, for an opening reception from 4–6 pm, featuring a conversation between Julian and Heath Clay Studio Director Tung Chiang at 4:30 pm. Design or art?