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Working in Harmony: Tile That Embodies the Principles of Feng Shui

Architectural Ceramics

When it comes to interior design, Feng Shui is thought of as the art of placement, because you want to optimize how the energy flows around your home. The 12″x24″ marble tile features a deeply brushed finish, similar to a flamed or textured finish, that accentuates it’s linear veining. Related Links.

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Modern Marble Design Pioneers

StoneDimensions

The word ‘marble’ is derived from the Greek word for ‘shining stone’, aptly describing this masonry dream, which was highly regarded and often used by master painter and sculptor, Michaelangelo. He favoured Carrara marble due to its beauty, white gleam, beautiful reflection qualities and stunning malleability.

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Terrazzo Tile Today

Garden State Tile Blog

Terrazzo, by historical definition, is a flooring material consisting of chips of marble or granite set in concrete and polished down to give a smooth surface. Once projects were completed, workers were often left with unusual sized scraps of granite and marble chips. Modern Day Uses of Terrazzo. Why Terrazzo?

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Why You Should Use Natural Materials In Your Design

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Image Via: Palm Design Group. You’ve probably been heard about the advantages of decorating with natural materials like marble, wood, metals, and clay. In the world of interiors, “natural” is a broad term that encompasses any renewable resource that is harvested from the earth for use. You’re missing out.

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Metropolitan Mastery

Diary of a Tile Addict

If you are looking for innovation in wall tile design, the metro tile may seem an unlikely destination. After all, this is one of the long-established staples of the tile retailer’s arsenal, alongside quarry tiles, black and white contrasts, and simulated marbles. But the design team at Colorker clearly have other ideas.

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MIA Seeks Additional Staff for Technical Department

StoneDimensions

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Field telephone, email, and website generated inquires from members, non-members, architects, interior designers, engineers, etc regarding stone origin, properties, quarrying, fabrication, handling, installation, maintenance, and restoration. DEADLINE TO APPLY : December 15, 2014.

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Kitchen and Residential Design: A Coverings preview

Kitchen and Residential Design

• Azteca (Booth 2211) will awe attendees with Jasper R40, a new ceramic tile series serving up a marble look that will enliven walls with its striking shade variations. Gallant gives marble, onyx and travertine a run for their money thanks to the high definition technology used to mimic the looks. I hope to see in Orlando!

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