Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Heck, at Architectural Ceramics, we wrote a blog about it featuring our large-format tile. For those of you looking to maximize every inch in your home, check out our tips on how to think big with tile in small bathrooms. The dark rich tones of the natural wood vanity work well with the rich fabric-like texture of the tile.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 10, 2013

Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and Preservation Through the Ages. Ceramic tile façade in Portugal. Aside from all these wonderful things are the ceramic tiles of the country. In Portugal, the tiles (or Azulejos in Portuguese) that cover the country’s buildings are a distinctive part of this land.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 23, 2019

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) released its 2019 Kitchen Design Trends report. The report coincided with its annual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), celebrating the best in kitchen and bathroom design trends. kitchen design trends. kitchen design trends. Image courtesy of the NKBA.

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Tile of Spain USA

JANUARY 7, 2021

Ceramic tile has earned notoriety as the top building and surface material when it comes to commercial design, but did you know it has also gained prominence as the material of choice for residential design? Learn more about the advantages ceramic tiles lend to each area of the home: Facades. Techlam, Slate Ivory.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. This summer, our blog is dedicated to handcrafted tiles and their use outdoors. Last week we introduced our new Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool ! Brightly colored tiles are grouped beneath a Moorish arch.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Traditional bathroom designs are taking a back seat to a more spa-like, clean and minimal look, according to the National Kitchen + Bath Association (NKBA). Freshome asked trend spotter Elle H-Millard, Certified Kitchen Designer and Industry Relations Manager at the NKBA, for photos and comments on key design trends in U.S.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

Islamic Star Patterns in Tile Design. Dating back to as early as the 7th century the Islamic Arts have influenced an array of cultures and societies, such as the notable geometric designs in their tile work. Islamic tile were oftentimes manufactured in a star pattern where they were organized into a complex mosaic.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 4, 2017

Because the percentage of people interested in horse-themed tile is slim and it’s hard to give your mother a bouquet of tile, let’s instead honor Cinco de Mayo with 5 ways to bring Mexican-inspired tile to your next project. Handmade Talavera Tile. Authentic Talavera pottery and tile reign from Puebla, Mexico.

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The Tile Shop

MARCH 24, 2014

The Tile Shop: Design by Kirsty. Design Tips, Inspiration, and Tile Shop updates. Tile Shop Employee Bath Remodel. He added texture and color to the room with the architectural tile wainscot. He added texture and color to the room with the architectural tile wainscot. Newer Post.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

The National Kitchen + Bath Association (NKBA) queried hundreds of designers, remodelers, architects, manufacturers and dealers to discover the most dominant preferences and the biggest kitchen design trends. kitchen design trends. kitchen design trends. The 3 Most Popular Kitchen Design Styles Farmhouse kitchen.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we’ve done a little exercise of our own to come up with some of our favorite tile shapes and patterns. Let’s get the skinny on a few tile shapes and patterns, and see how clients used them. Tile Shapes & Patterns. Tile Shapes & Patterns. What size fits you best?

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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

Playing with Pattern in Tile Design. — Written by Bill Buyok , Avente Tile & Arpi Nalbandian , Tileometry. Patterns are decorative designs on the surface of materials that usually have a repeating design motif. Plain Diamond Shaped Tiles in 3 Glazes Create A Tessellation Pattern. Patterns are fun.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

The powder room, also known as a small guest bath or half bath, is usually located near a home or apartment’s entrance and consists of a toilet and sink. Most half bath spaces are small and basic, but they don’t have to be. If you entertain often, your guests will most likely use your half bath.

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Granada Tile

MAY 29, 2019

Luxury, uniqueness, and vibrancy are all things architects seek out when planning a home’s design. What could encompass all of these besides handmade cement tiles? Encaustic tiles begin their lives differently than porcelain or ceramic. Granada Tile covers the floor and back wall of the master bath.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Cement Tile Designs That Impress! One of these materials is tile. For this post, I’d like to focus on cement tile specifically. Alcala cement tile in a custom colorway. Cuban tiles patterns are generally more elaborate and often use bold, strong colors.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

Ladies, let’s focus on spaces designed by moms for moms. We’re celebrating Mom by featuring spaces and tile that have woman’s touch. 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.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

Tile Patterns: Playing with Pinwheel Designs. By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. 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. The pinwheel pattern is a common tile layout.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Tile Fireplace Design Tips. — Written by Bill Buyok , Avente Tile As February comes to a close, so does this month’s focus on tiled hearths and fireplaces. Today I will share three tips that can help you achieve the best design for your tiled fireplace. Tuesday, February 25, 2014.

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JG Kitchens

JUNE 17, 2014

I’ve attended this massive West Coast design conference several times, and been a panelist twice. It’s open to both consumers and the design trade. I’ll be walking the Dwell on Design exhibit hall floor with Gold Notes’ Architectural Adviser, Dean Larkin, AIA.

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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.

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Tile of Spain USA

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Architects and designers can enter now to win a February 2015 trip to Spain. Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER), is now accepting entries for the 2015 “Passport to Creativity” contest.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Designing with Tile: Fireplaces & Hearths. 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.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 11, 2014

New Arabesque Pattern Designs in Cement Tile. — Written by Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. As we explore pattern and tile design this month on Tile Talk, I’d like to start by introducing some of our newest Arabesque cement tile patterns. Arabesque Paver Tiles are Different.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 22, 2021

—Confindustria Ceramica (the Italian Association of Ceramics) and the Italian Trade Agency selected the winners of the 2021 Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition here on Wednesday, July 7 at Coverings 2021 during the Ceramics of Italy press conference. Tile Manufacturers: Florim. Contractor: Garcia Marble and Tile.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

New Tile Designs, Installation Products from Surfaces 2013. Here’s a glimpse of what new tile and stone products enjoyed the most visibility by the show’s visitors. The company practices good stewardship (recycled content, reduced packaging, locally sourced materials), while producing eye-catching tile designs.

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The Perfect Bath

OCTOBER 8, 2014

We often find ourselves laughing at retro baths. Additionally, the baths then were very small regardless of the size of the family. Small is not necessarily a bad thing as long as there is efficiency built in to the design, especially when several family members are sharing the space. Use a decorative shelf over a pedestal sink.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 6, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Check out 5 park-themed design articles below for some inspiration! Hughesumbanhower Architects (HUUM) really thought of everything when designing this stunning Montana home. Cottonwood Canyon Design Inspiration. National Parks here in the United States! Yellowstone River House.

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Tile Talk

JULY 30, 2013

Cement Tile Designs: From Antiquity to Tomorrow. In my last blog article, I wrote about the mosaic tile floors of Fishborne Roman Palace in Sussex, England. This article will explore how ancient designs still have a place in modern life. Designed by Joanne Bradley. Designed by Joanne Bradley. 16 Tile Layout.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

If April showers bring May flowers, then Architectural Ceramic’s brings you a twist on the classic rhyme. Instead of flowers, let’s talk showers and shower tile. Architectural Ceramics offers two brands, Laticrete and Schluter , that make shower systems part of their specialty. Underneath It All. Made in the U.S.A.

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Tile Talk

MAY 21, 2013

Spanish Tile Design, Innovation Inspires Coverings 2013 Attendees. Tile of Spains exhibit at Coverings 2013. Image courtesy of Tile of Spain. Ceramic tile use throughout Spain is prolific. Tile of Spains pre-Coverings catalog of the 43 ceramic tile and stone manufacturers slated to exhibit at the show.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 24, 2018

So, until Architectural Ceramics gets an invite to visit his home, let’s check out our own client spaces that strike a cord with harmonious designs. Harmonious spaces incorporate design principles like those of Feng Shui. We like surfaces, especially tiled surfaces. Harmony By Way of Feng Shui. A Moment of Zen.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 13, 2017

The same could be said when considering a handmade ceramic or natural stone, because the variation in the tile’s glaze or veining may surprise you. The good news is, when it comes to tile variation, there are ways to avoid the unexpected. On a scale of one to ten, how much tile variation do you like?

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. The Ins and Outs of Outdoor Tile. What type of tile can be used outdoors? Glass tile is gaining popularity specifically for use in in-ground pools. Cement & Terracotta.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Cement Tile Design Trends & Tips. I love the color in this cement tile floor. Notice how the cement tile pattern blends similar colors to create a simpler pattern? 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.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 28, 2017

Watch any interior design show on HGTV or DIY Network, and an open concept layout is in. Here, Architectural Ceramics highlights three projects that showcase showers in a big way. Herringbone, arabesque, chevron — Geometric tile patterns have long been in style. They come and they go. Going Geometric. Moody & Modern.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 25, 2013

Interview with Nutmeg Designs. Todays post is the first in an occasional series exploring Tile Artisans. I hope to share their love of tile by discovering both their techniques and inspirations. Today Im excited to share an interview with Margaret Almon of Nutmeg Designs. House Numbers 1670 by Nutmeg Designs.

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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. There is so much more to a floor than the tile itself. The pattern or layout of the floor tiles along with the accent tile will change both the look and the feel.

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