February, 2024

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Tile of Spain Companies Prepare to Exhibit at the 40th Edition of Cevisama

Tile of Spain USA

Tile of Spain USA will be traveling back to Valencia, Spain in less than two weeks for the 2024 edition of the “Passport to Creativity” tour. During the tour, Tile of Spain will be joined by a group of U.S. based architects, designers, editors and trade professionals to attend CEVISAMA , International Fair for Ceramic Tiles and Bathroom Furnishings.

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Illuminating the City of Light: A Journey Through Paris

As The Tile Turns

We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Paris-born designer, Caroline Beaupére to learn about the inspirations behind Ville Lumiére , her new collection for New Ravenna. Explore the enchanting streets, iconic landmarks, and rich history of the City of Light with us, as we walk through Caroline's favorite Paris neighborhoods that inspired this captivating mosaic collection.

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TISE 2024: Bold design takes tile to the next level

Floor Covering News

Las Vegas— Surfaces might not be the biggest show for tile—that would be Coverings in April —but it doesn’t mean the industry’s best tile suppliers don’t come prepared. In fact, TISE had tile suppliers showing off their best offerings for the dealer community in 2024. The show itself was abuzz with excitement among the tile booths and suppliers noted the high energy and buying potential, plus the possibility for a strong year ahead.

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Cyberspace Curiosities XVI

Diary of a Tile Addict

Five fabulous decorative tiles coming up in today’s collection of Cyberspace Curiosities. 1) Biselado Vintage Pearlescent and shimmering in varying shades of pink, Dreamtile ‘s Biselado Vintage tiles blend a mature shape with playful light and colour. 2) Art Deco Curve Blush Art Deco meets Barbiecore in Bert & May ‘s Art Deco Curve Blush tiles.

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Discover the Timeless Elegance of Montblanc: A Ceramic Tile Collection by Original Style

Rubble Tile

When it comes to creating spaces that exude elegance and character, the details make all the difference. That’s why interior design professionals and tile enthusiasts alike are turning to the new Montblanc collection by Original Style for that quintessential blend of trend and timelessness. This. The post Discover the Timeless Elegance of Montblanc: A Ceramic Tile Collection by Original Style first appeared on Rubble Tile.

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Tile and Stone Near Me – Stone and Tile Showroom in Troy Michigan

Realstone

In Southeast Michigan, Transform Your Space with Versatile Stone, and Tile from Realstone Systems Introduction Looking for the perfect stone or tile for your fireplace , indoor accent wall, exterior walls , kitchens , showers, or backsplashes in Michigan or northern Ohio? Realstone Systems has got you covered! With a broad selection suitable for both residential and commercial projects, this guide will help you discover the versatile options available that can transform any space into a beau

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Tile of Spain Announces 2024 “Passport to Creativity” Tour Attendees

Tile of Spain USA

Tile of Spain, the international brand representing over 100 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER), is jetting back to Spain for the annual “Passport to Creativity” Tour in just a few weeks! Each year, Tile of Spain invites a skilled group of architects, interior designers and journalists on a weeklong excursion in Valencia, Spain, that offers an immersive experience into the world of Spanish tile and design.

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TISE 2024: Resilient flooring focuses on innovation

Floor Covering News

Resilient flooring remains the top seller in the industry, and suppliers came with new innovations meant to grab even more share in 2024. Las Vegas—The resilient flooring category remains the top performer in the industry, overtaking the carpet category in dollars for the first time in 2022—by a whopping $1.3B. In fact, the rigid core subsegment alone outperformed carpet by $10M in 2022.

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Trend inspo: Geometrics

Diary of a Tile Addict

Geometrics are trending in 2024 so heres a little interior inspo and some tiles to match! 1) Moroccan Stars Go for gorgeous Moroccan design with a repeat motif in varying shades. Get the look with Zellige Medina From Mainzu , Moroccan Encaustic Cement Pattern 19C from Best Tile , or Spanish//Moroccan Style No.18 from Cerastone. @moodauthors @huraganstudio 2) Zzz A woven herringbone look made from rows of Zs creates a wonderful backdrop for a bathroom.

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Discover The World’s Most Sustainable Tile

Rubble Tile

Here at Rubble Tile, environmental sustainability is something that we greatly value and celebrate. That’s why we’re so excited to share that one of our tile designers and manufacturers, Mosa, has achieved Cradle to Cradle Certified® Gold certification for 99% of its entire tile collection. The post Discover The World’s Most Sustainable Tile first appeared on Rubble Tile.

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GIO Looks at Design Trends: Calming Design, Warm Neutrals

Giotile

Trending hashtags tell the unfolding design story: #calmingdesign, #warmneutrals, #healthyspaces, #sanctuaryspace, #softwalls. More and more, as designers (and consumers!) understand the impact of design on mental health, calming and soothing design strategies are being implemented in commercial and residential spaces. The idea is to help promote rest, a sense of calm, and relaxation in the … The post GIO Looks at Design Trends: Calming Design, Warm Neutrals appeared first on Gio Tile.

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Realstone Systems Carbon Slate Panels: A Modern Approach to Commercial Stone Exteriors

Realstone

In commercial architecture, Realstone Systems has been providing stone veneers for the exterior of a building for almost two decades. Stone plays a crucial role in defining its character and appeal. Carbon slate panels have emerged as a popular choice for those seeking a modern, stylish, and sustainable solution for their building exteriors. These panels not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also offer practical benefits like durability, low maintenance, and eco-friendliness.

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2024 Tile Trends: Organic Grandeur

Why Tile

As the countdown for Coverings 2024 continues, we’ve come to our second of eight 2024 trends: organic grandeur — a style that embodies the essence of nature’s beauty within interior design. Earth’s natural textures, patterns, and colors seamlessly integrate into a range of aesthetics. Pairing organic elements with tile’s craftsmanship and innovative glazing technology allows… The post 2024 Tile Trends: Organic Grandeur appeared first on Why Tile.

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America’s Floor Source purchases e-commerce retailer

Floor Covering News

Jason Goldberg, founder, chairman and COO of America’s Floor Source America’s Floor Source (AFS) , one of the largest flooring retailers in the U.S., has purchased the assets of C&S Flooring Group, one of the largest e-commerce flooring businesses in the country through the websites flooringmarket.com and floorlife.com. The move vaults AFS into a channel in which it had not been significantly participating.

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Surface showcase selections

Diary of a Tile Addict

Once again the Surface Design Show – the Islington-based specification showcase – provided plenty of grist for Tile Addict’s mill. The event’s main USPs – strong interior design and architectural audience, convenient location, restricted stand space, and eclectic product mix – thankfully remain intact. This means that any London-based specifier should really find the time each year for a 2 or 3 hours visit to the Business Design Centre.

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Stunning glazed ceramic tiles that add shine and brightness to your interior

Rubble Tile

This month at Rubble Tile, we’re featuring two exciting series from European Porcelain & Ceramics. Their mission is to introduce fabulous European tile lines to showrooms and designers in the U.S. The California and Highland collections fit the bill perfectly. They’re both designed and made in. The post Stunning glazed ceramic tiles that add shine and brightness to your interior first appeared on Rubble Tile.

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Black History Month Post: Wellness Design in the African American Community

JG Kitchens

This one celebrates Black History Month with a look at wellness design in the African American community. I interviewed professionals across disciplines and geography for their takes on what their clients are prioritizing. I hope you find the their responses as fascinating as I did. The post Black History Month Post: Wellness Design in the African American Community comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Natural Stone Veneer Estate Stone Carbon and White Birch

Realstone

To create our latest Realstone product we took our most popular stone color and our most popular pattern and paired them together to create White Birch Estate Stone and Carbon Estate Stone. Our customers love the soft gray color and striations of the gorgeous White Birch limestone and the unique matte finish perfect for accent walls and residential house exteriors.

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Global Study: 10% Reduction in Building and Construction CO2 Emissions Possible — Lack of Policy Support Slows Down Progress

The A to Z of Building

Decarbonization tech platform One Click LCA has launched a new international study about decarbonizing the construction value chain.

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AHF Products marks five-year anniversary

Floor Covering News

Las Vegas—To say that AHF Products has grown in a few short years would be a vast understatement. Once predominantly a company focused on solid hardwood, AHF has since evolved into a powerhouse supplier offering the full spectrum of hard surface products. Now 15 brands strong—and with a portfolio that has been expanded over the past five years to include resilient, laminate and, more recently, tile—AHF Products has certainly come a long way, baby.

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Surface showcase selections

Diary of a Tile Addict

Once again the Surface Design Show – the Islington-based specification showcase – provided plenty of grist for Tile Addict’s mill. The event’s main USPs – strong interior design and architectural audience, convenient location, restricted stand space, and eclectic product mix – thankfully remain intact. This means that any London-based specifier should really find the time each year for a 2 or 3 hours visit to the Business Design Centre.

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Ep144: Objects of Design

Life of an Architect

From a design standpoint, some things are just cooler than other things – and these things don’t need to be justified to anyone because people either understand it or they don’t … but that doesn’t mean there isn’t an interesting and amazing story behind these objects that might contribute to their coolness in a meaningful way. Today Andrew and I each selected three items and we are going to share with you some amazing stories … Welcome to EP 144: Objects of Design [Note: If you are reading this

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Wellness and Sustainability Star in New Design Trends Report

JG Kitchens

The American Society of Interior Designers 2024 design trends report just published and, no surprise, wellness figured prominently. But so did wellness plus sustainability and resilience and mental health and working from home. Check out the findings here and, more important, how designers across the country are implementing them in their clients' homes!

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5 Clever Storage and Display Solutions Your Homeware Store Should Sell

Kitchen and Residential Design

Photo by Pau Casals on Unsplash In the ever-evolving landscape of home design and decor, consumers constantly seek innovative solutions to maximize space and enhance functionality without compromising style. As a homeware store owner or manager, staying ahead of these trends is essential to meet the demands of your discerning clientele. One area where homeowners often struggle is finding efficient storage and display solutions that organize their space and add aesthetic appeal.

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Morgan Sindall Appointed to Newcastle-Under-Lyme Car Ark as Part of Regeneration Plans

The A to Z of Building

Morgan Sindall Construction’s North West team has been appointed on behalf of Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council to the design and build of a new £12m 450-space multi-storey car park.

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TISE 2024: Hardwood suppliers leverage style to reclaim share

Floor Covering News

Las Vegas—The wood flooring sector is not going to sit idly by while look-alike alternatives such as laminate and LVP continue to eat hardwood’s lunch. While many of the laminate, SPC and hybrid/rigid core products aim to deliver more value to the consumer, a significant portion of products showcased at Surfaces 2024 targeted the upper range of the flooring market—a place where many competing hard surfaces fear to tread.

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Surface showcase selections

Diary of a Tile Addict

Once again the Surface Design Show – the Islington-based specification showcase – provided plenty of grist for Tile Addict’s mill. The event’s main USPs – strong interior design and architectural audience, convenient location, restricted stand space, and eclectic product mix – thankfully remain intact. This means that any London-based specifier should really find the time each year for a 2 or 3 hours visit to the Business Design Centre.

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Ep 145: Delegated Design

Life of an Architect

If you have ever wondered what Delegated Design and Design Assist mean and how the distinction between the two could impact you and your liability and responsibility then this is a good resource of information as we break it down and discuss it in fairly simple terms. The post Ep 145: Delegated Design first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 145: Delegated Design at Life of an Architect.

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14 Wellness Design Ideas For Valentine’s Day Gifts

JG Kitchens

While flowers and candy are traditional V Day gifts, they are short-lived.Why not celebrate the holiday of love with a lasting tribute to health and well-being? The post 14 Wellness Design Ideas For Valentine’s Day Gifts comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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The Irish Setter Fifty, a review

Kitchen and Residential Design

A few weeks ago I received a pair of Irish Setter Fifty boots from Irish Setter in exchange for an honest and candid review. To quote the Irish Setter website: The 6-inch leather Setter Fifty boot is inspired by the original Irish Setter that became a top-seller in the 1950s. Fully updated for a new era, it features sustainably sourced full-grain leather, an outsole made from 51% post-industrial materials and Goodyear Welt construction that is both durable and resoleable.

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Scaling Success: Growing Your Decorative Concrete Contracting Business

Onfloor Technology

Decorative concrete is a highly versatile and durable flooring option that has become increasingly popular in recent years. With its ability to mimic the appearance of more expensive materials, such as marble or granite, decorative concrete has become a go-to choice for homeowners and businesses alike.

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How to elevate your retail sales game

Floor Covering News

What a busy few weeks it’s been. I traveled to Dallas for CCA’s convention; Vegas for Surfaces; and Denver to speak at the Footprints conference. I’ve had so many opportunities to talk to flooring professionals at so many different levels. There are people who are starting their business; installers who are transitioning to retail; and flooring dealers shooting for $5 million, $10 million and more.

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Cyberspace Curiosities XVI

Diary of a Tile Addict

Five fabulous decorative tiles coming up in today’s collection of Cyberspace Curiosities. 1) Biselado Vintage Pearlescent and shimmering in varying shades of pink, Dreamtile ‘s Biselado Vintage tiles blend a mature shape with playful light and colour. 2) Art Deco Curve Blush Art Deco meets Barbiecore in Bert & May ‘s Art Deco Curve Blush tiles.

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Mapei expands its global presence with three recent acquisitions

Ceramics of Italy

The Mapei Group, which currently has 102 subsidiaries present in 57 countries across all five continents , pursues a strategy of geographical diversification in order to meet the specific needs of each market. As part of its efforts to further expand its global footprint, the Group recently acquired a 15,000 square metre factory in Vejen, Jutland, Denmark , which will house new offices, a warehouse and a plant for the production of concrete admixtures.

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Adding Longevity Potential to Your Kitchen

JG Kitchens

The top bullet point in the latest Houzz survey featured longevity. So I set out to discover how that's showing up in kitchen projects, the focus of the report. The post Adding Longevity Potential to Your Kitchen comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Innovative Urban Living Concept Tackles Housing Woes and Offers Socially Connected Solutions

The A to Z of Building

Co-locating homes on single suburban allotments to create smaller and more socially connected living options could help address the nation’s housing crisis, according to a University of South Australia researcher.

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6 Sure Ways Epoxy Contractors Can Boost Their Business

Onfloor Technology

Are you an epoxy contractor looking to take your epoxy floor business to the next level? Look no further than our list of 6 surefire ways to boost your business and increase your revenue.