Diary of a Tile Addict

MARCH 1, 2019

Whether it’s the comfort factor that comes along with natural textures and colour variations, or the uniqueness they provide that can be hard to locate in modern, sterile environments, the incorporation of artisanal interior elements is a trend that cannot be ignored in 2019. Tin Tile Cream and Diagonal from Mainzu (200x200mm).

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MARCH 1, 2019

Whether it’s the comfort factor that comes along with natural textures and colour variations, or the uniqueness they provide that can be hard to locate in modern, sterile environments, the incorporation of artisanal interior elements is a trend that cannot be ignored in 2019. Tin Tile Cream and Diagonal from Mainzu (200x200mm).

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Diary of a Tile Addict

AUGUST 29, 2019

Designed by architecture firm Sauerbruch Hutton , the exterior was created as an indication of what lays behind it. When seen from a distance the design intricacies merge into an understanding of three distinct sections. NBK Terracotta. A new post by Hanna Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, August 2019.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Architect, designer, artist, writer, and all-round inspiration Gio Ponti is being honoured at the “Gio Ponti. Ceramica Francesco De Maio have played a pivotal role in reproducing some of Ponti’s much loved shapes on hand-made majolica tiles that were installed in his Via Dezza apartment. Francesco De Maio.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Architect, designer, artist, writer, and all-round inspiration Gio Ponti is being honoured at the “Gio Ponti. Ceramica Francesco De Maio have played a pivotal role in reproducing some of Ponti’s much loved shapes on hand-made majolica tiles that were installed in his Via Dezza apartment. Francesco De Maio.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Tile Addict has been following the wonderful work of Fenella Elms for some time, delighting in the unmistakable flowing figures of her ceramic designs. The enigmatic designs have been displayed throughout museums, private homes, within interior design magazines, and now finally on Diary of a Tile Addict.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

2019’s Pantone colour of the year – Living Coral – is bright, bold and full of life. But if you’re looking for trendy tiles in this vivacious shade you’re likely to find more muted tones, more akin to Pratt and Lambert’s colour of the year – Earthen Trail. Encaustic cement tile (200x200mm) from Alhambra.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MARCH 7, 2019

Interior designers don’t seem to agree on 2019s taste for terrazzo. Terrazzo with a twist was a very big trend last year (link to article), with multiple designs creating a vast range in materials, colours, and finishes. Black and White Terrazzo Tile from Terrazzco. Banyalbufar from Huguet. Altrock tabletop.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

2019’s Pantone colour of the year – Living Coral – is bright, bold and full of life. But if you’re looking for trendy tiles in this vivacious shade you’re likely to find more muted tones, more akin to Pratt and Lambert’s colour of the year – Earthen Trail. Encaustic cement tile (200x200mm) from Alhambra.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Stretching from floor to ceiling, large format tiles are here in a big way. Their large format marble and concrete effect porcelain tiles create a seamless look. Their ranges include pale concrete and classic grey looks, marble-effects in colours ranging from cool whites to warmer beige, and rougher looking stone effect tiles.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Stretching from floor to ceiling, large format tiles are here in a big way. Their large format marble and concrete effect porcelain tiles create a seamless look. Their ranges include pale concrete and classic grey looks, marble-effects in colours ranging from cool whites to warmer beige, and rougher looking stone effect tiles.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Although they were big last year, it is thought that 2019 is the time for them to make way for more creative, organic shapes. Many of their designs also incorporate a few of this year’s other trends such as a confident use of colour and texture. From Domus ‘s New Terracotta range there are organic shapes aplenty.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Although they were big last year, it is thought that 2019 is the time for them to make way for more creative, organic shapes. Many of their designs also incorporate a few of this year’s other trends such as a confident use of colour and texture. From Domus ‘s New Terracotta range there are organic shapes aplenty.

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