Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Last week we introduced our new Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool ! create a colorful tribute to Spanish Revival architecture. You’ll find that these installations show some wear; but, they are a great tribute to both Los Angeles architecture and the classic forms they honor. Architecture captures the mood of the times.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 2, 2012

Innovation, Design Take Center Stage at Cersaie. Boasting more than 900 exhibitors from all corners of the globe, and 176,000 square meters (577,428 square feet) of exhibition space, Cersaie is a not-to-be missed event for distributors, retailers, interior designers, architects and installers. The Trends. Concrete & Cement.

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Tile Talk

MAY 6, 2014

So, I was thrilled to see many manufacturers embrace pattern in their 2014 tile designs! I was thrilled to see porcelain tiles paying homage to traditional and contemporary cement tile patterns. And remember, while the look is that of hand-crafted cement, these tiles are made entirely of porcelain. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Italian Made: Fashionable Tile, Design. The Italians are famous for their design sense. From the clothing and accessories they design to their timeless architecture and art work, and of course their legendary sports cars. The same determination applies to their design sense when it comes to tile.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. low cost design. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

JULY 9, 2013

Located in the southern part of the famous Las Vegas Strip, the Bellagio Resort Hotel has dominated its surroundings from the time it opened in 1998 with lush landscaping, classic architecture and elements, and a man-made, eight-acre lake reminiscent of Italy’s Lake Como. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 7, 2012

In my last post, Spanish Tile as Building Material, Part 2 , I focused on the fortress city of Teruel (a World Heritage city designated by UNESCO). The Agora (LÀgora) building within the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, Spain, is part of a larger complex of facilities designed by Spanish architects Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Porcelain tile that mimics polished stone from Fiandre Architectural Surfaces. Design Firm/Designers: Foreman Rogers, ASID, IIDA, tvsdesign, and Allison Isaacs, AIA tvsdesign. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. hearth tile design.

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Tile Talk

MAY 27, 2014

During each walk, I usually spy decorative tiles in outdoor settings that adorn the Spanish and Mediterranean homes that were influenced by Mission, Spanish, and Spanish Revival architecture. The asymmetrical arch is a rich architectural feature; but, look at the Spanish tile on the column. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. low cost design. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

MAY 21, 2013

Collectively, the advanced ceramic tile technology and architectural/design solutions presented during Coverings by 43 Tile of Spain members made an unforgettable, awe-inspiring impression for any visitor of the expansive pavilion. How and where would you use it to fit your design and architectural needs? bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 16, 2013

Once again, Coverings will be host to hundreds of exhibitors, distributors, retailers, fabricators, contractors, specifiers, architectural and design professionals. Guests will experience cutting-edge technology, sustainable design and diverse architectural solutions from leading Spain tile manufacturers. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. low cost design. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

Now this slate comes in an assortment of sizes so laying out the floor isnt as easy as you would get in a standard tile floor. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. low cost design.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

The Geo 10 in our standard colorway of Cana Green and Suede remains very popular. The patterns generally work well in homes with contemporary architecture styles especially when utilizing a simple two or three-color palette. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 31, 2013

backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. low cost design. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

As a result, a distinctive style of Seljuk art and architecture emerged by the 13th century. Early on, the Iznik style of ceramic artwork became distinctive with its blue and white designs and motifs of foliage, Arabesque patterns, and Chinese clouds. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

Handmade porcelain tiles are made with the most care and love, so are a great option when you want to make something really special. The colors and designs that youll find are almost endless. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. hearth tile design.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

This annual tile and stone trade show, now in its 25 th year, brings together manufacturers from all corners of the globe to showcase the latest designs, materials, colors, and patterns available with cement, porcelain, ceramic or glass tiles. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 8, 2013

Our goal is to offer products that meet your uncompromising standards. With an extensive portfolio of design ideas, well help you envision how cement tile can be used on floors , walls , ceilings , and backsplashes. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 23, 2012

At this event, there was also an opportunity to gain a CEU credit but I was interested in learning more about the possibilities and innovations that were coming along and how they related to architecture. Labels: architecture , ceramic tile , ink jet printers , tile , Tile of Spain. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

’s Laminam collection gained a new series with the addition of Filo, a uniquely textured, metallic-finish line of large format porcelain panels ideal for skinning interior vertical surfaces in commercial settings. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 4, 2013

backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. low cost design. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

Moroccan art and architecture has been steadily experiencing a renewed interest thanks to talented, visionary designer and architects. It’s written by author, designer and photographer, Maryam Montague. Where have you traveled and seen Moroccan influences in tile and architecture? backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 3, 2013

According to the curators of the Palácio Nacional de Sintra (National Palace of Sintra) in Portugal, the use of azulejos (a form of Portuguese or Spanish painted, tin-glazed, ceramic tile) in decoration is unique when compared with other countries by the way it adapts to architecture on a monumental scale. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

This random pattern draws its design inspiration from the classic pinwheel pattern. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. low cost design. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

The Majolica technique utilizes an opaque white tin-based glaze that is ideal for vibrant, colorful patterns and designs for ceramics. The centuries-old technique is believed to have originated in 9th century Mesopotamia with the desire to imitate the white porcelain wares coming from China. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 29, 2013

backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. low cost design. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2012

Between October 29 and November 2, these experts in marketing, customer experience and service, public relations, home and interior design, life, retail, building materials and flooring will call attention to improving the overall bathroom experience for end users via the blog articles they publish. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. low cost design. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 19, 2013

There are four textures in this combination: Travertine, Luna, Limestone and Standard (smooth). Thus, when I recently toured the ARTO Brick and California Pavers factory complex in Gardena, CA, along with several architects and designers, I knew I would be in for a treat. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Interior Designer and go-to color maven, Lisa M. Smith, recently explained, Black, White & Gray – The New Fall Interior Palette. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. field tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Lilywork owners gain inspiration from travels, pulling ideas from architecture and cultures across Europe and the Near East. Now, of the many designs and projects, which stands out as your favorite? If you enjoyed this post, you might also enjoy reading about these Tile Artisans: Interview with Nutmeg Tile Designs. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 5, 2013

With history on their minds, I, as well as several architects and design professionals, recently toured the ARTO Brick and California Pavers factory complex in Gardena, CA. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 29, 2012

Because a residential backsplash, bath floor or fireplace requires less than 50 square feet, using stocked tiles in standard colorways will save money. The cost of design, color chips, molds, and samples is easier to justify on a large project and will only add 10% to the project. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. low cost design. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. bathroom tile.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 4, 2018

Gauged ceramic panels, sintered stone surfaces – call them what you will – these new continuous-pressed porcelain behemoths are a great opportunity … and a serious challenge. Supreme Wide 20 in Noir Lauren design by Flaviker. Hyper Slim Pack Grey by Flaviker.

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