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The Freshness and Elegance of Blue Ceramics

Tile of Spain USA

Classical blue and white hues, which were used so frequently in the past, are making a return to center stage in inspiring the latest interior design trends and adding a touch of Bohemian style to our interiors. This color array was formed in the Delft Ceramic School in Holland during the 17 th century and has proven to be a timeless pair. The Historical and Traditional Style.

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Uniwall & Weave Wall Tile

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

Uniwall and Weave are unique companion series wall tiles that coordinate and add spectacular detail to your vertical spaces. Uniwall is a minimalist wall tile available in four colors including Grey, Ivory, Taupe and White in an 8″x10″ format. Weave comes in an identical palette and offers a stylized 3D woven pattern to add a distinctive focal point.

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How To Use Mosaic Tiles In Your Kitchen

The London Tile Co.

Mosaic tiles have been popular for millennia, and more recently we’ve started using them in our homes – but are we using them to their full potential? The ancient Greeks and Romans used to depict stories in their mosaics, yet over the centuries we’ve demoted the teeny-tiles to a single border in a bathroom. Now, using mosaics as borders is not a bad thing, but we have some ideas on how to use them to make your kitchen more exciting.

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Favorite Tiled Walks That Add Style

Tile Talk

By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. With the Summer Solstice now behind us, it's time to celebrate this much-anticipated season by enjoying the outdoors. I enjoy taking my daily neighborhood walks early in the day. It's during these walks that I stop to admire the tiled walks and entries. In this post, I'll be sharing some of my favorites that not only add to a home's uniqueness, but those that also provide welcoming curb appeal.

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Ceramic Tile Retailer/Wholesaler Cuts Losses, Expands Business with Industry Specific ERP Software

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

Ton Holten began in the ceramic tile industry driving tile-laden tractor-trailers for a Dutch forwarding company from the far reaches of two continents back to his native Holland. In the 1980s, the Holten family moved to Canada and began Tilemaster, a retail and construction industry supplier in Aurora, Ontario, where it provides a vast array of metal, stone, slate and marble tiles, as well as countertops and related products.

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Venus by Olympia

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

Venus is a classic marble look wall and floor combination that is perfect for residential and commercial spaces. Stocked in a 13″x13″ glazed porcelain floor tile and a 10″x16″ glazed ceramic wall tile with coordinating bullnose. An 8″x10″ wall tile is also available special order from Olympia.

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A New Barbara Bestor Project Using Granada Tile’s Fez Cement Tiles in C Magazine

Granada Tile

It’s no secret that we here at Granada Tile love architect Barbara Bestor. Bestor feels the same way about us and about our concrete tiles, especially our Fez encaustic tile design which she first used in Los Angeles coffee shop, Silver Lake’s Intelligentsia Coffee, still one of the most Instagrammed spots in Los Angeles. In a new project, for photographer Dewey Nicks and his wife Stephanie, beautifully photographed by Dewey for this month’s C Magazine , Granada Tile’s

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Sneak Peek of Matthews and Some Fantastic Customer Photos!aa

The Tile Shop

Good morning! I want to share several things with you today! First….a little "sneak peek" of our new Matthews, NC showroom. It should be opening next week, they are hard at work on the finishing touches, very exciting! Please click on the images to view: Next, a fantastic before and after from Nathan Benscoter in our Shawnee, Kansas store. Nathan says, " One of my oldest DIY customers did it again!

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Master Shower Shall Sucketh No Longer

Life of an Architect

I don’t believe I have ever been called a false prophet, mostly because I don’t think I’ve ever been called anything that included the word “prophet” in it. However, this is the 3rd time I have come on the site here and talked about how verily sucketh-y my own master shower is and how I planned to removeth the sucketh from this mortal plane and replace-eth it with something – as Donald Trump would say – more “luxurious” But let’s not ge

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20 Genius Small Kitchen Decorating Ideas

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Bigger is not always better, especially when we’re talking kitchens. Small kitchens are usually more efficient work spaces than large ones. Space and good design aren’t exclusive to a large kitchen — all you need is some good small kitchen decorating ideas that keep your small space organized, functional and beautiful. If you can organize your kitchen, you can organize your life. – Louis Parrish We’ve put together small kitchen decorating ideas that tackle the following issues with good de

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Best Tile Demo Day–Calling All Pittsburgh Area Installers

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

Stop by Best Tile Wexford today for a chance to see ARDEX Tile & Stone Installation Products in person. Demo’s happening until 3:00 pm–FREE lunch and chances to win ARDEX give-a-ways at 2:00 pm.

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A City Respite at The Viceroy New York

The Perfect Bath

Admittedly, I am a complete snob about hotel rooms. I travel frequently and always look to experience the comfort and logic of good design from the moment I check in. The bed must be heavenly, the sheets crisp and perfectly pressed, and the floors preferably wood or stone (so nothing can hide in the carpets). Of course I pay extra attention to the bath, and appreciate a room in which smart design has been employed so that the tub and shower fittings are intuitive and visually sublime.

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What’s New in Ceramic Tile Creation and Trends?

Conestoga Tile Blog

Good products become better products through evolution. What we’re seeing right now and what’s new in ceramic tile has us eagerly awaiting the future. In some cases, that future is already here. Source: Conestoga Tile/Dolce Vita. First and foremost, the ceramic tile industry is focusing heavily on creating entirely natural products made from clay, feldspar, sand, and kaolin.

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L-Shaped Contemporary Home Adapted to an Inclined Topography: Zgharta Residence

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Located in a Mediterranean olive grove landscape in Zgharta, Lebanon, Zgharta Residence by platau is an L-shaped contemporary home adapted to an inclined terrain. According to the architects, the residence is perceived as “a series of horizontal silhouettes that fade out in the ground, inscribing the house in its larger geography while giving it privacy from the proximity of the road” Sandstone cladding, concrete and glass are the main materials employed for the construction.

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Akio: New Work at Heath LASome people don’t need a big hype.

Heath Ceramics

Akio: New Work at Heath LA Some people don’t need a big hype machine behind them to have a cult following around the world. They just need to do incredible work. Akio Nukaga, a master potter from Mashiko, Japan, is one of those people. That’s no surprise, given that his work is visually and emotionally stirring in both its simplicity and refinement.

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Floored!

KB Culture

Linear brass inlays on the floor pick up the metallic accents elsewhere in this bath, and make the room truly memorable. [Picture the floor as plain marble, and you'll see what I mean.] Sometimes the smallest gesture has the largest impact on a design. rodolpheparente.com.

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Happy Fourth of July!

ISC Surfaces

ISC Surfaces would like to wish everyone a Happy and Safe Fourth of July. We will be closed July 3rd and 4th in observance of Independence Day. Enjoy our Red, White, and Blue tile selections.

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Creative Living Room Centerpiece Ideas

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

The living room is often one of the most-used rooms in a home, so when redecorating or remodeling think about how you can maximize utility and comfort. And whether the focus of the room is a home entertainment system or a functional space for conversation, a good way to anchor the room is by using a focal point. Sometimes your living room will have one already, like a fireplace and mantle, but if not you can create your own.

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Tile Makes the Room

Heath Ceramics

We’re booked in September This fall, Heath’s co-owners Robin Petravic and Catherine Bailey launch their book Tile Makes the Room, Good Design from Heath Ceramics — an informative, creative, and passionate perspective on tile and design around the world. Twelve years of making products and environments have shaped Robin and Cathy’s take on good design, which they share in this 256-page showcase of exceptional interiors and exteriors.

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PORCELANOSA Opens New Showroom in Houston, Texas

The A to Z of Building

PORCELANOSA, a global leader in the innovation, design, manufacturing and distribution of luxury tile, kitchen and bath products, will open their groundbreaking new showroom in Houston, Texas, on.

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4th of July Decor: Patriotic Home Ideas

Stagetecture

The 4th of July is perhaps the most proud day for all Americans. Taking pride in the brave spirit of the country, citizens try to induce a patriotic flavor into every aspect of their lives. Adorning patriotic colors and tastes in their homes, is perhaps the most expressive and personalized gesture on the part of homeowners. Not only does one efficiently express ones regard for the country but also gives their home a nice patriotic revamp. 4th of July Decor: Patriotic Home Ideas.

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NKBA Top Kitchen Design Trends

JG Kitchens

My professional group, the National Kitchen & Bath Association, compiled a pretty cool trend survey. Here are the kitchen findings: Clean with an overall contemporary feeling European-styled cabinets Multiples of appliances in one kitchen (e.g., dishwashers) Steam ovens Furniture-look pieces Outdoor kitchens Counters or tall gathering tables TVs and docking stations Wine refrigerators Universal design.

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Meanwhile, back at Heath LA, we’re thrilled to host.

Heath Ceramics

Meanwhile, back at Heath LA, we’re thrilled to host Heather Moore (@skinnylaminx) for Heath Finds. She’s here until 3p, come meet her, eat snacks, and shop!

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15 Smart Patio Ideas To Rejuvenate Your Exterior

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

It’s impossible to deny that what we consider to be “smart patio ideas” has changed over the last few years. In the past, outdoor spaces used to be almost seen as an afterthought. Rather than going for a particular style, most homeowners were content to let these areas become a hodgepodge of different pieces that were mostly geared towards function.

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Sophia in Her Wisdom: An Orange Spiral of Light

Margaret Almon Mosaics

Sophia Spiral in a Blaze of Orange by Wayne Stratz. Stained glass, 7 inches. ©2015. Sheets of stained glass migrate back and forth between my studio and Stratoz’s studio. He had a commission for a larger version of his Sophia Spiral, and needed something special for the center. I had some Oceana glass that I used in an Orange Sunflower mandala, with beautiful mottles of yellow and orange.

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Broe Real Estate Group Commences Construction on Country Club Towers II in Denver

The A to Z of Building

Broe Real Estate Group, an affiliate of The Broe Group, has started construction on a major, residential apartment building project that will employ up to 1,000 construction workers and provide.

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Old and beautiful, one of many tile facades in Porto.

Heath Ceramics

Old and beautiful, one of many tile facades in Porto. We’re posting more of our Portugal tile finds on @tilemakestheroom, follow our journey!

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Impressive Yet Elegant Walk-In Closet Ideas

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Walk in closets have always been a symbol of luxury, but the days when a walk in closet exclusively belonged in a mansion are over. We have some of the most functional and beautiful walk in closet ideas to help you create an impeccable, organized dressing area. If your clothes and accessories are works of art to you, it’s time to display them properly.

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Happy Father’s Day!

Burgin Construction

The team here at Burgin Construction Inc. want to wish all of the fathers a very happy Father’s Day! We found this really special poem and thought you might enjoy it: Fathers young, fathers old. Remembering good times are our gold. Value earned through guidance given. Helping us go forth in living’ Each father adding to our trove. A treasure chest of love untold.

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CUBE® Mobile Mixing Pump In Action

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

The CUBE ® mobile mixing pump is designed for outdoor location, eliminating freight elevators and material staging, dust, bag disposal and allowing single source for power and water. This week you can spot the CUBE at Widener University in Chester, Pennsylvania. Check It Out!

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Interesting tile everywhere! (at Porto Downtown)

Heath Ceramics

Interesting tile everywhere!

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Bedroom Paint Ideas: What’s Your Color Personality?

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Have you noticed how color can affect your mood? When considering bedroom paint ideas, the right bedroom paint color choice will make a huge difference in how you feel. Famous psychotherapist Carl Jung famously pioneered the concept of color psychology. He was interested in colors’ properties and meanings and believed that colorful art had the potential as a tool for psychotherapy.

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New Generation of Bio-Based Insulation Materials for Buildings

The A to Z of Building

Scientists are planting the seeds of bio-insulated buildings by developing innovative insulation using sustainable materials. Everybody knows one of those houses; freezing cold in winter, stiflingly.

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The POWERFLO® Hits the Streets of Brooklyn, New York

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

The POWERFLO® is a self-contained mobile mixing and pumping giant that accepts bulk super sacks of ARDEX material. When Installer. A-Deck, Inc., saw how the POWERFLO handled this tricky installation in Brooklyn, they said there is no going back to other pump options. Click to read the full case study!

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#LoveWins

KB Culture

Today, the definition of 'family' became a lot more inclusive—something to be proud about, indeed! That progressive stance has a curious precedent, seen in this 1961 ad. While at first glance, the demographic profile of the depicted household wouldn't raise many eyebrows, check out the headline. The washing machine was apparently a legal dependent, having been adopted by the brood.

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Ornaments and Symbols Adorning the “Two Moon” Cultural Venue in South Korea

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Two Moon is a new modern cultural center with a bold personality that can be visited in the province of Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. The massive project envisioned by architecture company Moon Hoon integrates a gallery, a coffee shop and venues for an array of cultural events. Aiming to build “a free spirited space, full of festivity and relaxed atmosphere”, the architects began with envisioning several impact points embedded in simple, modern boxes.

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Construction Begins on Newly-Retrofitted Net Zero Plus Electrical Training Institute in Los Angeles County

The A to Z of Building

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 11 and the Los Angeles Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association announced today that construction has begun on the.