Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 4, 2018

This is the time of year when tile manufacturers start to inform Tile Addict of their plans for Cersaie 2018. Gauged ceramic panels, sintered stone surfaces – call them what you will – these new continuous-pressed porcelain behemoths are a great opportunity … and a serious challenge. Hyper Slim Pack Grey by Flaviker.

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Ceramics of Italy

MAY 29, 2018

Rilievi , the CEDIT collection designed by Zaven , has received the NYCxDESIGN Award; the prestigious recognition presented by Interior Design magazine and by ICFF that gathers and rewards the best design achievements every year. The awards ceremony took place at the Pier 17, Seaport District NYC, on Monday, May 21.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 14, 2018

As a long-term champion of ceramic tiles, someone who is convinced that they are the world’s finest surface finish, with unsurpassed technical and aesthetic abilities, if I have had one criticism of ceramic tile manufacturers in the past it is this: they have been too passive. OEO Studio’s design drawings for Mutina Accents.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 20, 2018

Strada Dinamica: the Ceramics of Italy central stand at Coverings. From 8th to 11th May 2018, Ceramics of Italy will bring an impressive contingent to Atlanta for the 29th edition of Coverings : the largest international tile and stone exhibition in North America. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, April 2018.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 21, 2018

Continuing Tile Addict’s preview of Ceramics of Italy at Coverings we view some of the highlights of a packed programme of events running throughout the show. Ceramics of Italy is working with designers from Johnson Studio at Cooper Carry and installers from Visalia Ceramic Tile to bring a luxe cottage concept to life.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 5, 2018

With its 70’s inspired palette of, soft glazes, and linear and circle patterns, Bold offers designers the ultimate cutting-edge look for contemporary residential and commercial projects. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, July 2018. Bold, mustard circle, by Marca Corona. Bold palette – white, sage, mustard.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 18, 2018

The company’s stand will feature, among other new designs, King’s Star Blue; durable ceramic slabs which have four 83/4in (200 by 200mm) squares separated by scored grout lines. King’s Star Blue ceramic tiles have a medium surface sheen, and are suitable for wall or floor applications. Improving lives.”

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Diary of a Tile Addict

AUGUST 23, 2018

At Tile Addict our mission is to do everything we can to raise the profile of tiles and amplify the message that today’s porcelain and ceramic creation offer the most aesthetically varied and technically advanced surface solutions on the planet. Venetian Isle Clubhouse by Kay Green Design.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 28, 2018

Giotto from the Design Collection by Nina Martinelli. Regular readers of Diary of a Tile Addict will know that I am a big fan of the 3D tile designs produced in Brazil. For 2018, this pioneering company has launched the Design Collection in Terracotta. Siena from the Design Collection by Nina Martinelli.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

DECEMBER 4, 2018

And, secondly, I felt it was high time to shine the spotlight once more on an Italian manufacturer that has provided me with so much wonderful ceramic eye candy over the past couple of decades, Lea Ceramiche. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, December 2018. Bio Select by Lea Ceramiche. Bio Select by Lea Ceramiche.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MARCH 2, 2019

An example of this, in 2018 there was a large volume of business that exceeded the mark of 1 Billion reais”, says Antonio Carlos Kieling, CEO of EXPO REVESTIR and FIAC. March 14 th Interior Designer’s Day Starting from 2pm. March 13 th Constructor’s Day Starting from 2pm.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 17, 2020

Interestingly, however, interior design was much more interested in looking back. The colours selected by Little Greene and Sherwin Williams , such as soft pastels (including the shades from 2016), have a calming effect and give interiors a welcoming feeling. Cava from Living Ceramics. Crogiolo Zellige from Marazzi.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 26, 2018

As anticipation builds prior to Coverings , Tile Addict offers a further selection of stand-out ranges, all recently launched, that you can see in Atlanta, all displayed by member companies of Ceramics of Italy. The Gambini Tile on Time brand prides itself on delivering contemporary style and design. Link by Gambini.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MARCH 2, 2019

An example of this, in 2018 there was a large volume of business that exceeded the mark of 1 Billion reais”, says Antonio Carlos Kieling, CEO of EXPO REVESTIR and FIAC. March 14 th Interior Designer’s Day Starting from 2pm. March 13 th Constructor’s Day Starting from 2pm.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Level specialises in 1,600 by 3,200mm ceramic slabs; with a portfolio of high end designs that open up new horizons for architecture and interior design. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, October 2018. Calacatta bathroom from Level, an Emilgroup brand. More at: [link].

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 17, 2018

The fruitful partnership between Iris Ceramica and Diesel Living will be on show once again at Milan Design Week 2018, with five new collections that offer original ideas for high-end hospitality and contract projects. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, April 2018. This space will be open from 10 a.m

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 20, 2018

A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, April 2018. At CDW, many flooring and surface showrooms have an open door policy, so Clerkenwell is well worth a visit during the day. If any Tile Addict followers would like to attend please click on the following link to register so Kick-Start can send you tickets: [link].

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 1, 2018

Featuring triangular and small diamond shapes with a multitude finishes and reliefs, the varying sizes and textures create remarkable personalities, designs and play on light. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, April 2018. Evoke by Colorker. For a directory of Tile of Spain’s 85 exhibiting manufacturers’ visit: [link].

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 30, 2018

Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers in the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), will host a booth in the centre of the Spanish Pavilion that will feature educational seminars and video presentations. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, April 2018.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 21, 2018

Perhaps the most retro design to date from the Colorker Group’s hugely impressive ZYX brand ( [link] ), these tiles offer a trip back in time … while at the same time reinventing a great icons of ceramic design – one that is redolent of urban Paris and London at the turn of the 20th century. More at: [link].

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 13, 2018

Cava by Living Ceramics. Perhaps the apotheosis of this trend can be seen in Cava: a collection designed for Living Ceramics by LucidiPevere. Perhaps the apotheosis of this trend can be seen in Cava: a collection designed for Living Ceramics by LucidiPevere. Cava collection by Living Ceramics.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 31, 2018

In an era where ceramic tiles are really starting to provide architects and interior designers with more than just an alternative surface finish, Gigacer’s collection demands the specifier’s attention and comes with a fully realised intellectual thesis that has already stood the test of time. More at: [link] or [link].

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 29, 2018

Continuing Tile Addict’s preview of Ceramics of Italy at Coverings , this blog shines the spotlight on some new ranges that truly capture the richness and variety of Italian manufacturers’ product portfolios. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, April 2018. Confetti by Ceramica Vogue. Diamond by Mosaico +.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 16, 2018

They share ceramic tradition as a starting point but proceed to explore the contemporary possibilities of the material through the use of the most modern engineering. Mujo is a terracotta produced in a recently-neglected format, 300 by 300mm, but one with a rich ceramic history.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 16, 2018

’s many new products combining the benefits of ceramic surfaces with the requirements of contemporary design. The ABK range will also be expanded with the launch of Play, an on-trend collection that marks a return to the most playful and decorative spirit of ceramics. Edge mix from Play range by ABK. One example is Wide.12,

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 24, 2018

The individual ranges – Subway, Second Skin, Essential, Crafted, Boreal, Cement, Stripes, Drops, Blanc et Bleu, Briques, Gradient, and Mestizaje – are capable of redefining spaces in line with contemporary fashion while offering ceramic tile’s proven durability and resistance. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, May 2018.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 12, 2018

If Etruria Design is a new name to Tile Addict readers, the company used to known as Antica Fornace. This was not only the company’s original moniker but sums up the underlying product concept, highlighting a production methodology that fuses craftsmanship with classic ceramic tradition. The Art Deco collection from Etruria Design.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 26, 2018

Progressive pastels and soothing earth tones continue to be popular, while the use of cold glazing and inkjet printing allow for the creation of ultra vivid and saturated hues on large ceramic surfaces. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, June 2018. Left: Artwork by Casa Dolce Casa. Right: Acquerello by Made+39.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 10, 2018

Part of the Saint-Gobain family, CTD Architectural Tiles specialises in the supply of high quality ceramic tile finishes and tiling solutions across all sectors in the UK commercial specification market. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, July 2018. More at: [link].

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 4, 2018

For those of you unfamiliar with the product, Starlike is a two-component acid-resistant epoxy adhesive used in the installation and grouting of ceramic tiles and mosaics with joints from 1 to 15mm wide. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, June 2018. Applying Litokol Starlike. More at: [link] , [link] and [link].

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 22, 2018

Concrete-effect tiles, for both walls and floors, have been a mainstay of international ceramic tile exhibitions for some years now. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, May 2018. Concreto by Fabio Novembre for Ceramiche Lea. More at: [link] /.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 12, 2018

Six years of work by SWA , South West Architecture, went into this complex structure with its design inspired by the falcon, a great tradition in the Persian Gulf, featuring amazing ceramic decorations by? ? podium and spa feature FMG ceramic mosaic tiles with gold, platinum and white bright finishes. metre surface.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 25, 2018

The Nordic Home [$37] Given its unique focus on organically integrating people with nature using sustainable techniques, Scandinavian design currently occupies an important position in the architectural and interior design worlds. This is also a fairly portable item because it is so thin.

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