Architectural Ceramics

MAY 29, 2019

When designing for a tile project, there are more factors than just color and style to keep in mind. Architectural Ceramics carries a wide variety of materials each with their own features. Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else? Tiles are hand-crafted by pouring colored cement into a mold.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2019

In its 10 th year, Boutique Design New York (BDNY) showcases trends targeted to the hospitality boutique and lifestyle market. With over 750 manufacturers, and attended by 8,000+ designers, architects, owners, developers and specifiers, the two inspiring days each November are nothing less than exciting and drool-worthy.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Heck, at Architectural Ceramics, we wrote a blog about it featuring our large-format tile. Ati Williams, real estate entrepreneur and owner of DC Home Buzz , partnered with Architectural Ceramics on this powder room feature wall. AC’s Flora pattern in the color Indigo, from our Batik Collection. Focus on a Feature.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2020

In honor of the relationship between fashion and interior design, we’ve gathered up the Top 5 Design posts dealing with clothing, closets, and everything fashion! 15 Architectural Set Designs Created for Fashion Month 2019 , dezeen. These real life closet examples provide some solutions for common design issues.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

As Summer fades away and the leaves begin to change, we’d like to take a moment for some Autumn interior design inspirations. From the fun activities that Fall brings to the colors of the season, there is a lot to draw from. Super Bowl Exclusive: 5 Cool Design Features of Mercedes-Benz Stadium , Interior Design.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2017

Here are a few beautiful examples of how opting for a material other than a 3″x6″ white subway tile can take your backsplash from a sweet and simple ceramic to something a bit more savory and show-stopping. Ceramic tile has a range of options far beyond a 3″x6″ white subway. Tozen 1×4 glass mosaic.

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JULY 22, 2019

Chances are, you picture very different designs when you think of the 20s vs the 70s. If you need a refresher, you can get a crash course in architecture and design from this handy Décor Aid article. While interior design styles are eternally evolving, sometimes contemporary designers borrow from the past to create something new.

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MAY 13, 2018

Ladies, let’s focus on spaces designed by moms for moms. Stuart Nordin, owner of Stuart Nordin Home & Design located in Alexandria, Virginia, is a mother of three young boys and knows what it’s like to balance it all. As a mother, Nordin designs for her clients the same way she would design for herself.

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JANUARY 25, 2021

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Happy Monday to all the fellow tile – enthusiasts and designers out there! This week’s top 5 designs feature the coolest mosaic designs we could find for your viewing pleasure, as well as some insight as to what exactly makes up a tile mosaic , and why we love them so much!

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OCTOBER 28, 2019

Halloween is fast approaching and we are taking a look at some scary and seasonal design posts. Perhaps it’s the hint of age and solitude that adds that little extra something to our perception of them – like a patina on a vintage ceramic vase. This mosaic tile fits right in with the Halloween spirit with its exotic skeleton design.

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MARCH 30, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Design trends pull from all aspects of society and do a fair bit of influencing in return. Take a look at our Top 5 Design post to see a variety of tasteful designs, and maybe you’ll be able to identify some of the emerging trends for 2020. Design by Celebs. The Color Addition.

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JUNE 26, 2018

This time last year, we featured a beach blog about AC’s Naturals Collection whose soft color palette and names are inspired by nature. Architectural Ceramics is at it again, this time with a focus on sea shells and mother of pearl as inspiration. The elongated hexagon mosaic is in the color Puka with an Iridescent finish.

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MARCH 9, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Architectural Ceramics had the privilege of being certified as a national Women’s Business Enterprise by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). Oakton, VA , Sandra Meyers Design Studio. Ashburn Kitchen & Family Room Update , Paula Grace Designs.

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MARCH 28, 2021

If you’re drawn to the elements of a traditional kitchen —things like classic styling, neutral colors, and natural materials—this is the design style you should use in your home. The trick is to narrow down your options into a cohesive design that matches your tastes and lifestyle. Get even more ideas from our gallery.

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APRIL 26, 2019

At Architectural Ceramics, we often collaborate with local architects and interior designers to craft well-designed and personalized spaces. When working with Sagatov Design + Build , that meant creating a modern, rustic and bright farmhouse kitchen perfectly suited to their client’s style. Backsplash Tile.

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MAY 11, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. We found some designs from university dorms and college town hotels to inspire you this week! Hot New Design Hotels in U.S. Through the textured chairs, emphasis on color, and intricate wooden moldings, this hotel truly offers an inviting space for its guests. Design from the Student Mind.

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MARCH 23, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Take a look at our Top 5 Design posts for some ideas to keep in mind during this year’s spring cleaning. Here at Architectural Ceramics, we are fortunate to be in prime location to celebrate Washington DC’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival, and even have a mosaic dedicated to this floral time of year.

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APRIL 12, 2019

If you plan to use your refund on a home renovation project, then Architectural Ceramics is here to fill your idea bank with inspiration. Check out the gallery below that rounds up a few of our favorite interiors from designers coast-to-coast; and the AC’s collections that follow it. A penny for your thoughts? Kiln & Penny.

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JANUARY 11, 2019

If you haven’t already guessed, at Architectural Ceramics, we can’t help but think of winter whites. For interior designer Mary Douglas Drysdale, the vision for her client’s master bathroom started with a classic material choice: white marble. Classic design with a modern sensibility.

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DECEMBER 31, 2017

Better yet, let’s look at a few fireplaces that feature Architectural Ceramics tile. AC’s porcelain Monticello Collection in the color Argento, image via Architectural Ceramic’s Houzz Project page. Just like natural travertine tile would have a range of color variation, our porcelain does the same.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Sports, music, film and other aspects of pop culture are great places for the design process to begin. Take a look at our Top 5 Design Posts of the week showcasing some awesome man cave and bar designs ideas that could be in your home next! Man Caves – Pool Tables and Bars , DIY Network.

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JULY 6, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Check out 5 park-themed design articles below for some inspiration! Hughesumbanhower Architects (HUUM) really thought of everything when designing this stunning Montana home. Cottonwood Canyon Design Inspiration. National Parks here in the United States! Yellowstone River House.

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AUGUST 2, 2019

Come globe trotting with us to beautiful vacation spots, home and abroad, that offer endless design and tile inspiration. AC’s Boho Collection , in the Tear shape and Emerald color, image via Architectural Ceramics. The dimensional ceramic tile is available in two main shapes, Elle and Tear. The European Traveler.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we’ve done a little exercise of our own to come up with some of our favorite tile shapes and patterns. Ceramic, marble, porcelain, glass — Square tile is available in a variety of material types. We offer numerous glazed ceramics in a 4″x4″ and 6″x6″ in size.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. September is Hispanic Heritage month and we are taking the opportunity to focus on the influence of Latin American Design. In more modern times, we’ve seen a shift towards just that – modernity within design. 12 contemporary Latin American design studios to watch , Husk Design Decoder.

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MAY 18, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Check out this week’s Top 5 Design Posts for some garden and patio inspiration that’ll get you outside and active! Fisher’s home features contemporary décor with items such as the wooden, mesh chairs and washed out colors that are blended peacefully with Buddhas and Chinese lanterns. Be the Trend.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. But if you miss the days of shag carpets, bright colors, peace signs and platform shoes, you’re in the right place. But if you miss the days of shag carpets, bright colors, peace signs and platform shoes, you’re in the right place. The ’70s Design Trends That Got Their Grooves Back , HGTV.

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MAY 31, 2019

At Architectural Ceramics, we love the look of stretching a square niche into an elongated, linear one. We also have a crush on a new bathroom design trend may, however, have you on edge: the shower ledge. So when design dictates a square niche, at least it can be well-thought out and well-placed. Image Credit Image Credit.

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MARCH 16, 2016

March 2016 – Rockville, MD – There are few things more exciting for designers and homeowners than being able to customize their projects exactly the way they want it! Here’s a step-by-step guide to customized terracotta tile : Pick a color. Pick a pattern and/or design. Get a sample. Get measurements.

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JULY 27, 2018

Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. From porcelain to specialty ceramic, here are how a few materials compare in an exterior application: Porcelain & Glass. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic. The Ins and Outs of Outdoor Tile.

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JANUARY 4, 2021

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. While the vaccine brings promises of new beginnings in 2021, we’re taking a different approach to our top 5 design this week. While the vaccine brings promises of new beginnings in 2021, we’re taking a different approach to our top 5 design this week. Color Theory. Color Theory.

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AUGUST 24, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Step inside the living room, and you’ll notice the carpet was re-done to match the color of her hair, a nice mocha. Step inside the living room, and you’ll notice the carpet was re-done to match the color of her hair, a nice mocha. Keeping Pets in Mind While Designing a Home.

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APRIL 26, 2018

If April showers bring May flowers, then Architectural Ceramic’s brings you a twist on the classic rhyme. Architectural Ceramics offers two brands, Laticrete and Schluter , that make shower systems part of their specialty. Architectural Ceramics stocks a few of their products, a popular seller for example, is their grout.

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JUNE 30, 2017

In the meantime, here’s one of Architectural Ceramic’s own collections: Naturals. AC’s Naturals Collection, made of fused glass, has several features that make it a favorite among homeowners and DC-metro area designers alike: various glass field tile and trim sizes, ranging from 3×6 to 6×24.

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AUGUST 10, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Check out our top 5 designs of the week below and have some inspiration for this upcoming Fall! Home Schooling Design Inspiration for Stay-at-Home Classes. Quick Study Room Design Trends. 40 Brilliant Study Area Ideas and Designs , Reno Guide. Our favorite? The Modern Home Office.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we love football almost as much as we love tile. With our headquarters and showrooms located in the DC-metro area, we’ve been known to cheer for the the Washington Redskins or the Baltimore Ravens. The large format porcelain tiles in the color White, come from our Silk Stone Collection.

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JULY 13, 2018

Just like movies released this time of year hope to be the blockbuster hit of the summer, Architectural Ceramics recently launched a few new tile collections that we hope will be a hit among clients like you. Check out our main features, along with a sneak peak at other collections coming to an Architectural Ceramics showroom near you: Adele.

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