Architectural Ceramics

MAY 29, 2019

When designing for a tile project, there are more factors than just color and style to keep in mind. Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else? Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes. Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Ati Williams, real estate entrepreneur and owner of DC Home Buzz , partnered with Architectural Ceramics on this powder room feature wall. Rockville Showroom Senior Designer Ginnie Schielke, and her client, Architect Rebecca Mann of Edge Mann Studio , kept her bathroom clean and clutter-free with our City Hall Collection.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

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. He teamed up with Baltimore-based design firm, Aumen Asner to create a clean and contemporary reception space for the Raven’s corporate offices.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 2, 2019

Come globe trotting with us to beautiful vacation spots, home and abroad, that offer endless design and tile inspiration. This hand-chopped and tumbled mosaic pairs two natural stones in black and beige tones, similar to those found in Lisbon. The range of bold color, will energize any design, like the city of London itself.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone. This colorway features a range of earth tones adaptable to a range of design schemes. Nickel & Dimed. The Look for Less.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 31, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Inspired by its Southern roots and the history of horse-racing, we turn to our top 5 design posts of this week, featuring some southern-style charm that’s full of character and inspiration. This Alabama Lake House Is Designed For Laid-Back Living , Southern Living. The Modern Southern Charm.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Through high-definition printing, porcelain tiles can mimic other materials like cement or natural stone that are typical of an outdoor setting. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic. Think about it, natural stone has been a natural choice in an outdoor application for centuries.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 12, 2019

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. This small-scale polished marble mosaic with natural veining and color range, is available in four stone types: Bianco Carrara, Blue, Calacatta Gold, and Thassos.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Whether you are working with a designer or like to do-it-yourself, we can all learn from professional tile contractors and installers. It’s no secret that natural stone has natural variation. speaks to a scary common client question: can natural stone can be hand-picked? ” For Washington D.C.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Also from 2017, Home & Design Magazine featured Architectural Ceramics as a tile resource in their 2018 Source Book: Bethesda Area Shopping Guide. A natural stone option with a twist, the Perfect Pebble Collection from our vendor Island Stone , gives a natural look other than marble that’s perfect for a fireplace.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

Learn more about how the PANTONE Color of the Year is selected, this year’s color: Living Coral, and how to incorporate it into your designed interior space (which we hope includes tile from Architectural Ceramics, of course). Designers have the PANTONE Color of the Year (COTY). Image and design via Briony Fitzgerald Design.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 21, 2019

Breeze through each one; from natural stone and cement, to ceramic and glass, we offer dimensional tile in a range of material types. At AC, we have a soft spot this hard-surface natural stone dimensional tile that mixes warm texture with cool sophistication. Want to learn more about natural stone as a tile material?

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

Here, Virginia-based firms Thorsen Construction and Southern Kitchens teamed up with Architectural Ceramics to design a kitchen space that features a ceramic tile with a playful feel. To learn more about our special order Pratt & Larson line, please visit one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Tozen 1×4 glass mosaic.

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Architectural Ceramics

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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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Year. As we count down the final days of 2020, a year that was certainly one for the history books, let’s take a moment to go back through the year via our top 5 design posts, and highlight some of our favorites from the last 12 months! Latin American Design Influences.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

Whether you’re an architect, interior designer, or a DIY homeowner, we’ll help you avoid spooky tile situations. ” AC offers free design consultations in our showrooms. From ceramic to porcelain, and glass to natural stone, AC offers a variety of tile materials. It takes a lot to scare us.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. This week’s top 5 designs all involve inspirations for those considering moving-out, staying in place, or perhaps entering the world of excitement with a permanent retirement vacation. Urban Getaway , Home and Design. Empty Nester’s Second Home.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Come with us back in time to learn a few quick facts about medieval flooring, from stone to encaustic! Patterns ranged from geometric designs, decorative mosaics, family crests, and depictions of Christian scenes and symbols. Do you see large, worn pieces of stone assembled together? Quick History of Tile in Medieval England.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 31, 2019

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. So when design dictates a square niche, at least it can be well-thought out and well-placed. Image Credit via Emily Henderson Design.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 18, 2021

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Dive into this week’s top 5 designs and let us know your favorite in the comments below! 2020’s official ASPIRE Home located in Mclean was designed by more than two dozen designers alike, which might be one of the reason’s it was chosen as the Aspire Home! Aspire Show House.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

To browse all Architectural Ceramics has to offer, visit one of our DC-metro area showroom locations. Designers and homeowners love this six-sided shape no matter its size. To explore our full offering, visit one of our DC-metro area showroom locations. Shaping Up: An Exercise in Modern & Classic Design.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 28, 2017

Watch any interior design show on HGTV or DIY Network, and an open concept layout is in. Let’s kill two trendy birds with one stone: an accent wall in a chevron mosaic. Photo: Master bath designed by Chase Builders, photo via AC on Houzz. The master bath, designed by Chase Builders , is a trendy yet timeless space.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

MARCH 6, 2015

Below we’ve highlighted 10 kitchens we’ve designed in the Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, DC areas that flawlessly showcase all the amazing aspects of installing white kitchen cabinets. Contact Jack Rosen for custom kitchen designs that will transform your space! Ready to install white cabinets in your kitchen?

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 24, 2018

So, until Architectural Ceramics gets an invite to visit his home, let’s check out our own client spaces that strike a cord with harmonious designs. Harmonious spaces incorporate design principles like those of Feng Shui. Using metal in a design represents logic and intelligence. Harmony By Way of Feng Shui. Related Links.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 11, 2019

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. Classic design with a modern sensibility. Interior Design by Mary Douglas Drysdale, featuring AC tile. A Classically Planned Space.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Depending on your design and material choices, your fireplace can either become the star of the room or the supporting role. Ceramic, porcelain, glass and stone tiles are all top picks for fireplace surrounds, although we have been seeing a rise in popularity of cement tile over the last few years. More on that later. .

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 10, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we’ve prepared a quick read for you about natural slate, and our client spaces and collections that feature it. We just hope to see you later in one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Slate’s Natural Element. What is natural slate? Designer Spaces. Brazilian Multi-color Slate.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Mix in tranquil hues like shades of blue, green and bronze to instantly give the room the peaceful feel of a luxury spa, along with some natural elements like wood and natural stone. The designer didn’t stop with the walls – instead they opted to finish the ceilings in both tile and wood! Love the wall?

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. In honor of the upcoming Super Bowl Sunday we cherish each and every year, we’re tackling some interesting design points this week. These design posts are for inspiration only, and we hope we can offer a break from the news and politics by providing some exquisite design tips.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. It goes to show something as simple as having an elegant backsplash can really elevate the design scheme, of course the room itself is already stunning but the backsplash is the glue behind it all. Let us know your favorite game room design in the comments below.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

It’s refreshing to see color in a space that could otherwise have been a monochromatic white-on-white design. Marakesh: Looking for just a splash of green in your tile design? The backsplash turns up the wow-factor by taking the tile up the wall from floor to ceiling. Care & Maintenance. There almost isn’t any!

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

Both begin their life cycles as natural elements. Both are used by interior designers and homeowners alike to decorate a space. For a more detailed blog post about glass tile, read our entry The Layman’s Class on Glass: Design & Installation Tips for Glass Tile. What do tiles and textiles have in common?

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

DECEMBER 20, 2011

Though often overlooked by homeowners in the kitchen design process, a backsplash can truly enhance your kitchen and add beautiful, creative touches. Does your dream kitchen include a beautiful backsplash design? The design is important. Kitchen Backsplash Design. Visit our Rockville, MD showroom or contact us today!

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

MAY 15, 2013

Granite countertops instead of laminate: Natural stone – including granite, limestone, and soapstone—add a sophisticated appearance that laminate lacks. Not only is stone more beautiful, but it’s also durable and has the ability to withstand the wear and tear of demanding kitchen activities. Washington, DC.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2021

Operating on a 24-volt AC/DC platform, the heating system warms the ambient air in a space from the ground up. Step Warmfloor is designed for use under most “non-conductive” flooring surfaces—ceramic, porcelain tiles, natural stone, hardwood, laminate and even carpet. she stated.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

APRIL 1, 2015

Source: Conestoga Tile via Houzz; Installation by Dc Metro Tile The world’s going green and more and more builders are incorporating environmentally-friendly ceramic tile in their designs. The post Why Ceramic Tile is Environmentally-Friendly appeared first on Conestoga Tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

This collection’s features make it an easy option to mix and match with other natural stone or porcelain tile: 3″ x 6″ field tile with coordinating bullnose and trim profiles. Adding City Hall to a Designer Space. AC’s Basics Collection , is a simple one with a white subway tile at its core.

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