The Perfect Bath

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

During that time I have sold countless bathrooms, answered what seems like millions of questions, solved many problems, designed any number of iconic products and created a bath style that has endured over the years. Finally, I am thrilled to announce the publication of my book, The Perfect Bath. The bath is from my own home.

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The Ace of Space

APRIL 9, 2014

I’m looking forward to actually publishing a post without traveling up and down a beach with my phone in one hand and my computer in another looking for […].

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

Tile Patterns: Playing with Pinwheel Designs. 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. Brightly colored glazed tiles can be randomly added to add interest to the design. backsplash designs.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

Ladies, let’s focus on spaces designed by moms for moms. Stuart Nordin, owner of Stuart Nordin Home & Design located in Alexandria, Virginia, is a mother of three young boys and knows what it’s like to balance it all. As a mother, Nordin designs for her clients the same way she would design for herself.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Cement Tile Designs That Impress! Cement tiles offer flexibility to the architect, designer or homeowner like no other material with its expansive color palette, sustainable properties, timeless patterns and distinct beauty. Similarly, Moroccan design and its various styling elements have always enjoyed great popularity.

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Time2Design

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

NKBA - The Kitchen & Bath Authority. NKBA - National Kitchen and Bath Association, the go to for the kitchen and bath industry! They are who set the standards, make the rules and in general are all things Kitchen and Bath! NKBA is the "authority" for the kitchen and bath industry. Carmen Christensen.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Italian Made: Fashionable Tile, Design. The Italians are famous for their design sense. From the clothing and accessories they design to their timeless architecture and art work, and of course their legendary sports cars. The same determination applies to their design sense when it comes to tile. Vintage by Cerim.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 23, 2019

The kitchen work triangle has been the standard by which we measure good design and functionality. According to guidelines from the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), no leg of the triangle should be less than 4 feet or more than 9 feet. Older homes tend to have a triangle design. Image: Sisoje/Getty Images.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

New Tile Designs, Installation Products from Surfaces 2013. The company practices good stewardship (recycled content, reduced packaging, locally sourced materials), while producing eye-catching tile designs. Here are a few of my favorites: ARTO Bricks Mondrian tile design. ARTO Bricks Griffith tile design. Crossville Inc.’s

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Tile Fireplace Design Tips. Today I will share three tips that can help you achieve the best design for your tiled fireplace. Design Rule #1 for Tiled Fireplaces: What’s your style? Just because you love a tile doesnt mean it will work with the design and flow of your home. Tuesday, February 25, 2014.

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Tile Talk

MAY 21, 2013

Spanish Tile Design, Innovation Inspires Coverings 2013 Attendees. Collectively, the advanced ceramic tile technology and architectural/design solutions presented during Coverings by 43 Tile of Spain members made an unforgettable, awe-inspiring impression for any visitor of the expansive pavilion. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 2, 2012

Innovation, Design Take Center Stage at Cersaie. Boasting more than 900 exhibitors from all corners of the globe, and 176,000 square meters (577,428 square feet) of exhibition space, Cersaie is a not-to-be missed event for distributors, retailers, interior designers, architects and installers. Designer Collections. The Trends.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Cement Tile Design Trends & Tips. If youre having trouble finding the right color, design or pattern, then these cement tile design trends may provide the answer you were looking for. If youre new to cement tiles, then these trends are the perfect designing tips for you! Interior Designer and go-to color maven, Lisa M.

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The Perfect Bath

MAY 14, 2014

This edition of The Perfect Bath is about the very special tile pieces that are available to create an impeccable installation. Ceramic tile is a great material for both the bath and kitchen. It feels inherently clean; it is a great way to manage heat and moisture in the bath and spatters in the kitchen.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 25, 2013

Interview with Nutmeg Designs. Today Im excited to share an interview with Margaret Almon of Nutmeg Designs. Card & Thank you Bill Buyok received from Nutmeg Designs. Hope Spiral by Nutmeg Designs My husband began making stained glass in 2008, which transformed our home into a "one-bedroom-two-studio-rowhouse."

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Tile Talk

MARCH 26, 2013

Leaf Imprint Tiles and the Right Design Create Tranquility. Tom Auer, owner of landscape design and construction firm, The Ground Crafter , contacted me the first of the year about using some of our Leaf Imprint tiles for an upcoming trade show exhibit they would be attending. Tuesday, March 26, 2013. Maple Leaf Imprint Tile (8"x8").

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

All educational sessions are designed to provide show-goers with the informative content they need to excel in today’s highly competitive tile and stone marketplace, according to Coverings. The Secrets of Pool Design and Installation. Designing for Outdoor Living. Workforce & Profits.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Create a Spanish Tile Design with Rustic Pavers. A beautiful floor tile design really makes a tremendous statement in your room. I’ll share some inspiring floor tile designs that will help you plan your own project. Learn how to use traditional patterns and designs to create your own unique floor tile layout.

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The Perfect Bath

APRIL 10, 2013

By the 1890′s Henry Flagler, a Standard Oil entrepreneur transformed the island from a sleepy sportsman’s paradise to a world renowned resort. It was on this property that the first enormous hotel was built, the Royal Poinciana design by Carrere and Hastings.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 14, 2014

Cement Tile Backsplash Design, Cost & Installation Tips. A Cement Tile Backsplash using Cuban Design 110 2B. This cement tile backsplash design trend makes a lot of sense. Cement tiles provide a powerful design punch that allows homeowners to create a personal statement where it matters most. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

Great Floor Designs with Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. low cost design. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 7, 2012

In my last post, Spanish Tile as Building Material, Part 2 , I focused on the fortress city of Teruel (a World Heritage city designated by UNESCO). The Agora (LÀgora) building within the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, Spain, is part of a larger complex of facilities designed by Spanish architects Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

Arabesque & Spanish Cement Tile Designs to Love. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. low cost design. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design trends.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

JANUARY 25, 2014

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. Each lamp is 190cm tall and can hold a standard lightbulb. Labels: art , design , furniture , interior design. kitchen design. interior design. bath design. bath fixtures. (67). architecture. (39).

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Im excited about this trend because I like to see color and pattern embraced in design. Try using an accent color like red to really make the design pop! The Geo 10 in our standard colorway of Cana Green and Suede remains very popular. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Check out these six innovative 3D-printed houses: Built in March 2018, the first permitted 3D-printed home in America features two bedrooms and one bath. Curved walls, smart appliances, digital controls for disabled people and many standard finishes are some of the highlights. This 3D-printed home premiered during Milan Design Week.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 17, 2014

The Arena Corinthians Stadium has been built to sustainable design standards. Architectural solutions for energy efficiency, the use of alternative energies, improvement of interior environmental quality and efficient water consumption have been implemented in this project," noted Tile of Spain. backsplash designs.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2014

It is ornate, gorgeously-gilted, elegant and designed of only the highest quality furnishings. Italian design is the epitome of luxury. Historically, Renaissance design and architecture dates back to the early 15th Century in Florence, Italy. Image Source: Exclusive Home Bath. Image Source: Exclusive Home Bath.

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Tile Talk

JULY 9, 2013

Located in the southern part of the famous Las Vegas Strip, the Bellagio Resort Hotel has dominated its surroundings from the time it opened in 1998 with lush landscaping, classic architecture and elements, and a man-made, eight-acre lake reminiscent of Italy’s Lake Como. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

As I conclude my final post on playing with pattern in tile design, Im excited to share a unique wall installation of our classic, popular Cuban tiles and our newest line of cement tile offered by Aguayo Cement Tile. The collection features new, contemporary designs that are ideal for commercial and residential spaces. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 29, 2012

Avente Tile customer Constance Zaytoun recently designed and oversaw the remodeling of her Chelsea, NY, kitchen that included a cement tile backsplash to be envied. Because a residential backsplash, bath floor or fireplace requires less than 50 square feet, using stocked tiles in standard colorways will save money. design ideas.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 10, 2019

When you’re remodeling or creating a new home, your kitchen and bath are the rooms that will need the most attention. Luckily, they can be the most fun to design. Many homeowners and designers have been surprised when the tile they ordered arrives at the job site. Create a Tile Accent Design Behind Your Range for a Luxury Look.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 19, 2011

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. The rage these days in Europe in architecture is to install ventilated facades. How did oil- and coal-based energy generation become the standard for what constitutes a prosperous society? Labels: architecture , design , sustainability.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

Last week, I received a wonderful email from Interior Designer Eugenia Triandos in Montreal, Canada. Design by Eugenia Triandos of Triandos Creations. I have to compliment you on this beautiful kitchen design. Last week I discussed some important points about grout and cement tile for backsplash design. bathroom design.

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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. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 5, 2018

Your builder should have a list of standard options and upgrades, but how do you know which bathroom upgrades will add to your home’s value? If your current home layout doesn’t include a master bath, it might be worth your money to have your architect design one for you. Bathroom storage is worth its weight in gold.

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Discerning Design

APRIL 1, 2012

And then comes this Ortis designed home in Austria. Labels: Architecture , Sunday Inspiration. While this is a blog and a blog about design, I dont consider myself a design blogger. Im a designer with a blog. Itll be fun. ** In 2011, I was VERY honored to be named to the BLANCO Design Council. Nick Lovelady.

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