Tile Talk

JULY 16, 2013

Mosaic Floors of Fishborne Roman Palace. Perhaps the most enduring feature of Roman villas is the mosaic tile work. Photography by Joanne Bradley The first century mosaics at Fishborne Roman Palace demonstrate the varied skills of the artisans and enduring beauty of tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 31, 2013

Looking forward to Tile in 2014. Nevertheless, 2014 holds exciting possibilities for the Avente Tile team. We wish you all a happy, health and prosperous 2014. Labels: 2014 Tile , Avente Tile Business Goals , cement tile , handpainted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Margaret Almon Mosaics.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

How to Create a Stunning Mosaic Tile Wall Feature. A mosaic wall is one of the best features that you can have in your home. Handmade porcelain tiles are made with the most care and love, so are a great option when you want to make something really special. The colors and designs that youll find are almost endless.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

Design and photo credit via Aidan Design, featuring AC’s Estreslla shell mosaic backsplash. ACI’s Estrella Grande oval shell mosaic. Pictured above, the 2012 DC Design House features Aidan Design’s work, and Architectural Ceramic’s mother-of-pearl oval mosaic. Drysdale also used the floral mosaic.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Cement Tiles Trend Toward Bold Patterns & Colors. I reported that I was seeing a trend to use texture, color, and geometric patterns in tile. Im excited about this trend because I like to see color and pattern embraced in design. The Melilla Cement Tile use nine colors in this bold warm palette with a playful Latin feel.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

Tuesday, May 13, 2014. This new collection, created by artists Guillermo Gomez Lama and Tania Marmolejo, boasts eight different designs, each presented with three color options. Its amazing how a burst of color can enhance someones day or living space. Artist Series Cement Tile Collection Grows with Guillermo & Tania.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

Tuesday, May 20, 2014. Because Islamic cultural beliefs negated the use of human form depictions, creative inspirations of florals, stars, animals, and geometric designs were used in the elaborate mosaics that became readily identifiable as Islamic. The color palette also extended to include oranges and yellows. Image Credit.

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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. The tiles, patterns and colors used for each project will be unique and different. Well be glad to help!

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2014

2014) – Arizona Tile cordially invites you to visit our three visualizing tools-literally at your fingertips-with Just Design™, Just Imagine™, and Custom Blend Program. The Arizona Tile Just Design program allows you to create a custom product from over 70 designs: medallions, feature walls, backsplashes, listelles and mosaics.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

Tuesday, June 24, 2014. The courtyard focuses on a babbling fountain designed in exquisitely crafted, boldly colored tile and a seating area surfaced in clay pavers where friends and family congregate over a bottle of wine and plate of cheese and fruit. One could utilize a wall structure with bold tile colors and statuary.

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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

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Tuesday, February 18, 2014. Happily, along with this desire for something new and different, fireplaces are also enjoying their place in the renewal process with the limitless decorative possibilities of handmade cement tile, porcelain tile, glass tile, ceramic tile, and mosaic tile. Designing with Tile: Fireplaces & Hearths.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 20, 2013

Murphy Mosaic Backsplash by Appomattox Tile Art. Stainless Steel Mosaic Tile by Ann Sacks. . • Water-jet cut mosaic tile and stone panels. • Mosaic tiles (stone, glass, and mixed). Even though I’m partial to the Moorish look, I seem to be drawn to mixed mosaics each and every time. Newer Post.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

Tuesday, April 29, 2014. This week Im in Las Vegas making my yearly pilgrimage to Coverings 2014 , an annual tile trade show. His works influences are based on vibration and repetitions of experimental electronic music, mosaics, and the patterns of human behavior. Coverings 2014 is at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 30, 2012

Climbing Out with Color, Texture and Time in Tile. Climb Out with Color Im a big fan of color and pattern in design. I’ve seen more colorful tile at trade shows than ever before and the trend is coming to showrooms. I’ve also sent out an amazing array of colorful tile. Tuesday, October 30, 2012.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Tuesday, June 10, 2014. Last week we introduced our new Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool ! Brightly colored tiles are grouped beneath a Moorish arch. create a colorful tribute to Spanish Revival architecture. The colors are typical of tiles from the 1920s with a listello border on the bottom of the planter box.

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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. The colors in the reproduced pattern were chosen from Avente Tiles Heritage Cement Tile Color Palette.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 8, 2014

Tuesday, April 8, 2014. Gone are the days of solely mixing bold colors and patterns only to walk away with a headache rather than inspiration! The green of the Mission Verde Caribe color was the perfect choice for this kitchen located in Hawaii. Mission Rings Pattern in Two Colors. Mission Rings Pattern in Several Colors.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

The collection features a rich assortment of stones of various sizes and colors – all perfectly designed to blend together into a timeless look. Finally, in celebration of the 10th year of its SpectraLock Grout product, Laticrete conducted an in-booth promotion where the works of extremely talented mosaic artists were displayed.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

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. For Mosaico+, renowned mosaic artist Carlo Dal Bianco used mosaics from the company’s various lines to create a series of new decorations.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

Project Pick: Create a Mosaic with Gourmet Garden Tiles. 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! Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Cement tiles work well with stone to create a focal point that draws your attention to the space, while adding color and interest, such as the cement tile rug created in this master bathroom using two of our tile patterns: Sosua and Geometric 10. Fragments is designed for wall applications because the mosaic surface is not flat.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 18, 2014

Tuesday, March 18, 2014. Patterns establish the mood of a room – just like color. However, they add complexity to the design because they need to work effectively with color to maintain the mood and feel. It’s more difficult to create an effective pattern and color palette than just choosing colors.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

Tuesday, March 4, 2014. But as eternal optimists, were looking ahead to the greener, colorful season where every living thing seems to rejoice in the coming vernal equinox. This months Pinboards focus on seasonal changes where, just like nature, were bursting for changes in designs, patterns and colors in our homes and businesses.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

This edition of the show did that, and more, with everything from micro-mosaics to large-format tiles. Texture was definitely a trend this year, as was the vast selection of attention-grabbing vibrant colors, or the subtle statement of shapely white tiles. Porcelain tile that mimics polished stone from Fiandre Architectural Surfaces.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Over the centuries, creative artisans used colored stones and brick to create geometric patterns on structures. Moraq tiles (mosaic style) panels created with this technique were made to withstand the elements of time. How would you implement current tile patterns and colors into contemporary or modern designs? at 6:00 AM.

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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?

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Tile Talk

MAY 21, 2013

Grespania showcased the marble looks of its Numancia (shown above) and Icaria porcelain floor tiles in 60x60cm and 30x60cm sizes. The large yet lightweight panels (measuring up to 1000x3000mm), offer versatility in size, color, durability, and installation flexibility, including as a cladding system (ventilated façade). www.pamesa.com.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

Countries with colorful histories have always provided a deep-rooted fascination to outsiders because of their culture, traditions, food, and most importantly, the art produced within the country. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Tuesday, September 4, 2012. Moroccan Tile: In a Class of Its Own. Posted by Arpi Nalbandian.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

Tuesday, April 15, 2014. The pinwheel pattern is a popular and versatile tile layout that adds great visual interest by integrating solid color with decorative tiles into a timeless design. You can create a pinwheel pattern using only plain, solid color field tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. ▼ 2014. (25).

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Tile Talk

MARCH 11, 2014

Tuesday, March 11, 2014. It refers to an implied sense of texture or depth created through the use of artistic elements of line, shading and color. Although the shape repeats, the random color of this Saltillo-looking color makes the pattern very playful, sophisticated, and fun! True "through body" color.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 1, 2014

Tuesday, April 1, 2014. Unify different patterns in a room by choosing a common color for all patterns. Or, use the same pattern in different scales or colors. The patterns are unified by common colors. Unify patterns in different rooms by choosing common colors. Cuban Heritage Design 150 in a muted color palette.

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Tile Talk

MAY 27, 2014

Tuesday, May 27, 2014. Brightly colored tile are influences of Spanish Revival architecture. I do have a soft spot for tile and love seeing how decorative tile is used to add a splash of color or touch of interest to a home. The color and pattern in the walk guide you to this stunning recessed entry. ▼ 2014. (25).

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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. The Majolica technique utilizes an opaque white tin-based glaze that is ideal for vibrant, colorful patterns and designs for ceramics. Gold Notes.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 25, 2014

Tuesday, March 25, 2014. For example, you might start with a bold Cuban pattern rug and then choose fabric with similar colors and design elements. Remember, colors dont have to match exactly, they just need to be close enough for your eye to tie it all together. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Pattern Shy.

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Tile Talk

JULY 2, 2013

We have just the right solution for you - ceramic and cement tiles in a multitude of colors, shapes, and motifs. We offer everything from vibrant Cuban tile patterns in contrasting colors, or soothing classic cement patterns in harmonizing colors. Our handmade cement tiles offer a range of design possibilities. Featured Tile.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 3, 2013

Before that, and until the second half of the 15th century, only the alicatado (mosaic formed of polygonal, colored glazed tiles) was in use. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt.

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