Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

These tiles were commonly used as floor and wall applications and to decorate mihrabs , the architectural niches in mosques. These star polygons were not limited only to the painted figure. Islamic tile were oftentimes manufactured in a star pattern where they were organized into a complex mosaic. hand painted tile.

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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. Featured Tile. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Be it a fresh coat of paint, updated flooring, dramatic lighting, and so on, the need for a soothing environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. Image via Studio H Landscape Architecture. Bruce Palmer Interior Design used glass mosaic tiles by Walker Zanger to create a contemporary fireplace. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 20, 2013

Murphy Mosaic Backsplash by Appomattox Tile Art. With this renewed back-to-basics philosophy, homeowners have found the need to refresh the look of their kitchens, be it with new, energy-conserving appliances or a fresh coat of paint, the need for a soothing, yet workable environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. Newer Post.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Sheikh Lutf Allah Mosque is one of the architectural masterpieces of Safavid Iranian architecture, standing on the eastern side of Naghsh-i Jahan Square, Isfahan, Iran. It holds an important position among the various decorative arts in Iranian architecture. Tuesday, December 4, 2012. Image via: www.IslamicArts.org.

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Tile Talk

JULY 30, 2013

In my last blog article, I wrote about the mosaic tile floors of Fishborne Roman Palace in Sussex, England. Unlike the Roman rulers, most of us do not have the time or money to have elaborate tile mosaics fashioned for our floors. Joanne Bradley takes an interest in architecture through the ages. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Fragments are colorful mosaic accent strips made from patterned cement tile that have been cut. Each tessera is carefully chosen based on how its color and pattern will integrate with the theme of the mosaic. Where to use Fragments Fragments are designed for wall applications because the mosaic surface is not flat. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

create a colorful tribute to Spanish Revival architecture. Each installation pays homage to a specific architectural style: a portico found in a Mission style home, an extremely decorated façade of a Spanish Renaissance commercial location, or a fountain typical of Spanish Colonial architecture found in a duplex courtyard.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 7, 2012

As a vital area for Mudejar art, a style influenced by Islamic tradition and more contemporary European architectural styles, Teruel’s extensive use of brick and ceramic tile on centuries-old buildings and façades serves as a timeless testament to the importance of ceramic tile as a building material. Architecture and Design.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

Project Pick: Create a Mosaic with Gourmet Garden Tiles. Each tile is exquisitely hand-painted in relief. The backsplash shown uses 4"x4" tiles in a checkerboard mosaic pattern, and is framed with a charming twig border created by the same artist. Create your own mosaic backsplash by choosing your favorite vegetables or colors!

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Project Pick: Hand-Painted Spanish Ceramic Tile Risers Aventes Spanish Tiles are beautifully hand-painted in a variety of colors and patterns on ceramic bisque using time-honored techniques. Within our hand-painted Spanish ceramic tile collection, you.ll Where would you use hand-painted Spanish ceramic tiles ? at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

JULY 23, 2013

Everywhere you go within this elegant city, you’ll notice hand-painted terracotta and ceramic tiles gracing every niche, fountain, building façade, restaurant, and more. Handmade or hand-painted tile can be found in every part of Santa Barbara, CA. A closer look at Susan Dunbars beautiful hand-painted tile craftsmanship.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

From Pueblo pottery and Maori tattoos of the past; to fabric and architecture of today, patterns are a part of our everyday lives and often have cultural or religious significance. hand painted tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. MYD | architecture + design.

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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. they introduced various forms of art and artistic techniques, including a unique custom of painted ceramics, called Zillij. Where have you traveled and seen Moroccan influences in tile and architecture?

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Tile Talk

JUNE 25, 2013

This spring I was touched by the kindness of a simple gesture that few of us do in this electronic age, Margaret wrote a note thanking me for my support - on the cover was a joyful expression of her stain glass mosaics. How and when did you start creating the mosaic glass art masterpieces? Quilt blocks were my first inspiration.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

Siren on a star-shaped tile, underglaze painting, Kubadabad Palace, c. As a result, a distinctive style of Seljuk art and architecture emerged by the 13th century. Hexagonal, triangular, square, and rectangular monochrome tiles were also used in creating architectural details. Aladdin Palace, Konya, Turkey.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

From the clothing and accessories they design to their timeless architecture and art work, and of course their legendary sports cars. From Venetian glass mosaic tiles, to ceramic tile that closely resembles heavy brocade patterns, to the crispness of summery linens, it seems the Italians have perfected the art of mimicry. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 8, 2014

To get you started on your Spring cleaning and freshening up of spaces, here are several handmade cement tile and hand-painted ceramic tiles that evoke the feelings of this season year-round. Barcelona Yellow Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile. Portuguese Braganza Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile. Spanish Cadiz Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

His works influences are based on vibration and repetitions of experimental electronic music, mosaics, and the patterns of human behavior. hand painted tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

A mosaic could be created using smaller, brightly colored stones, tiles, and gravel. Getty Villa Mosaic in East Garden. Labels: ceramic tile design , fountain tile , garden design , Mediterranean garden , mosaic tile , paver tiles , pool tile , rustic cement tile pavers , Spanish tile. hand painted tile. ► 2009. (27).

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

To get you started on your Spring cleaning and freshening up of spaces, here are several handmade cement tile and hand-painted ceramic tiles that evoke the feelings of this season year-round. hand painted tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. MYD | architecture + design.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Fragments is a colorful mosaic accent collection of patterned cement tile re-purposed from the cement tile factory.s Each piece, which is first cut into a square or rectangular tessera, is then carefully chosen on how its color and pattern will integrate with the theme of the mosaic. Spring Mosaic. Summer Mosaic.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Make your fireplace the focal point of the room with hand-painted ceramic or cement tiles. Also, our ceramic mosaic tile designs are perfect for adding the right touch to a fireplace, hearth, mantle or chimney. hand painted tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 4, 2013

She’s currently building her reputation as an online writer of Marble Mosaic. hand painted tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. Affordable Luxury with Hand-Painted Field Tiles.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010. Do you have a favorite cement tile or hand painted ceramic tile? hand painted tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. ► 2009. (27).

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 6, 2013

With their hand-painted relief details, available either in a matte or gloss finish, these richly colored tiles boast sophisticated designs inspired by natures bounty. Fruit Basket Hand Painted Tile Mural. Measuring 18"x18", hand-painted ceramic tile mural is accented with a border of rope liner for added visual interest.

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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. hand painted tile. ► 2009. (27).

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Tile Talk

MARCH 5, 2013

Now, let’s take a look at what defines hand-crafted, hand-painted tiles by examining the process of silk-screening to glazing. Making Hand Painted Tiles Video. Making Hand Painted Field Tile. hand painted tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

Since its inception in 2003, Avente Tiles online tile showroom has sold hand-painted ceramic tile, handmade cement tile, and artisan tiles through various channels of the internet, including our website , this blog, Facebook , Twitter , Houzz , guest posts, and most importantly, word of mouth and repeat business. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

ðis] ) is a type of mosaic used in Catalan modernism , created from broken tile shards. This mosaic is done using broken pieces of ceramic, like tiles and dinnerware. hand painted tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. MYD | architecture + design. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

JULY 2, 2013

In addition to their wide variety of uses, hand-painted ceramic tile offers versatility and value like no other building material thanks to their inherit resistance to abrasion, freeze/thaw conditions, and color permanence properties. hand painted tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. MYD | architecture + design. ► 2009. (27).

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Tile Talk

APRIL 9, 2013

Pressed with real leaves, these decorative hand-painted 8"x8" tiles include a Maple Leaf, Ash Leaf, and Ginkgo Leaf design. If youre looking for further inspiration with hand-painted decorative tiles, then we urge you to visit our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas portfolio for detailed installation photos and concepts. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 31, 2013

If you enjoy our blog - devoted to hand-painted and hand crafted tiles - make sure to follow our blog as told through pinterest and houzz. hand painted tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 2, 2012

With the close of the 30th edition of Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramics for Architecture and Bathroom Furnishings held annually in Bologna, Italy, once again proved itself as the launching pad for newly developed ceramic, porcelain, glass and mosaic tile products that will soon hit showrooms and the marketplace.

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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. hand painted tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 3, 2014

Along with washing the outdoor furniture, cleaning the grill for upcoming BBQs, and testing outdoor equipment, you shouldnt forget to refresh and update the look of your swimming pool with richly colored, hand-painted porcelain tiles. hand painted tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. MYD | architecture + design. ► 2009. (27).

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

We discussed the different hand painted Spanish Tiles lines. A few days later she placed a sample order that included several popular hand painted Spanish decorative tiles and our Yucatan field tiles. A Hand Painted Sink Adds a Special Touch. Spanish Tile and Hand Painted Trim. Ines and I found each other through Houzz.

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