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Celebrating Distinctions in Mexican History and Tile

Architectural Ceramics

Today, Cinco de Mayo isn’t considered a major holiday in Mexico, but in the United States it has become an important day, especially for those with Mexican-American heritage, to honor Mexican culture by way of festivals filled with parades, music, dancing and food. The most recognized name however, terra cotta, comes from Italy.

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Week of April 6, 2020 – Tartan Day

Architectural Ceramics

At its core, the United States can be defined by its blend of diverse cultures and attitudes. Like much of Europe, Scottish architecture is continuously finding innovative ways to integrate new concepts with the old. The Contemporary Colors of Life. Top 5 Design Posts of the Week.

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A Restaurant Owner’s Guide to Choosing Tile for a Patio or Restaurant Floor

Granada Tile

Cement tiles have long been a hot trend in tile in the United States. Now worldwide, these tiles are becoming the choice for discriminating restauranteurs- see why: Our wide range of patterns and colors. Their product line is vast and varied, with an array of styles and colors to choose from. Our customization options.

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Week of July 6th, 2020 – National Parks & Design

Architectural Ceramics

National Parks here in the United States! She went on to be one of the top interior designers in the country, working for Fred Harvey Architects during her career in Architecture and Design. National Parks Color Palette. 18 Color Palettes Inspired by National Parks , HGTV. Yellowstone River House.

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Chinese Tariffs and their Effect on the Tile Industry

Architectural Ceramics

Keep in mind most importers, like Architectural Ceramics, imported excess stock to get through this transition. The unglazed porcelain has a colored porcelain patterned layer on top and an uncolored porcelain body on the bottom, which remains unseen when installed, which is great for commercial use. Yup, almost all from China.

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Ceramic Mural by Artist Remed, manufactured at ModCraft

ModCraft

It was a pleasure working with such an inspired, joyful and colorful individual. Blog Uncategorized architectural tile dimensional tile handmade tile kitchen tile modern ceramic tile modern dimensional tile modern wall tile tile made in united states wall tile' The name of his piece is JE PENSE PUIS ME LANCE.

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Ceramic Wall Mural by Artist Remed, manufactured by ModCraft

ModCraft

It was a pleasure working with such an inspired, joyful and colorful individual. Installations architectural tile dimensional tile handmade tile kitchen tile modern ceramic tile modern dimensional tile modern wall tile tile made in united states wall tile' The name of his piece is JE PENSE PUIS ME LANCE.