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New Cuban Tile Collection Highlights Rich, Architectural Style of Historic Havana

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The collection is inspired by both Havana and also the smaller, colonial towns rich in architectural beauty. Villa Lagoon Tile’s Cuban Collection is inspired by a trip to Cuba that I took with my product designer to explore and document the rich heritage of cement tiles in the architecture,” said Lundy Wilder, founder, Villa Lagoon Tile. “We

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Hispaniola Relief Cement Tiles Offer Island-Like Feel

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To make each tile unique, the cement, marble and pigment mixture is poured into molds and then vibrated to remove air pockets ensuring a solid product. Elevations edgy, contemporary look of high relief geometric designs stand out for their architectural value. Desination: Cuba. "I As the realization of Cuban-U.S.

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Cement Tiles Inspired by World Travels

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Home to many masterpieces of Renaissance art and architecture, Florence has terracotta-tile domed cathedrals, sculptures, and beautiful tiles around every corner. Cuban tile brings the warmth and color from Havana and Camaguey, Cuba to your home or business to provide for a lively atmosphere. Firenze Tile. Cuban Tile.

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Avente Tile Talk: Spring into Summer with our Cement Tile Ideas

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Handmade cement tiles are an easy-to-maintain product that not only offer deep colors and a rich history, but most importantly, they offer long-lasting beauty and extensive design possibilities for floors and walls. Cement tiles are used all over the world in countries such as Cuba, France, Spain, Portugal and more. Product Plug.

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Avente Tile Talk: Cement Tile Designs That Impress!

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Cement tiles are often called Cuban tiles because of their ubiquitous use in both residential and commercial applications on the island of Cuba when it was a tropical playground. green building products. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. MYD | architecture + design. backsplash designs.

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The 31 Best Residential Design Blogs Featuring Awesome Cement Tile (A Definitive List For Encaustic Tile Enthusiasts)

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Offering a cornucopia of what’s new in art, architecture, interior design, furniture and decor, fashion and technology, it has a strong focus on the sleek, the innovative and even the thought-provoking. In the decade since, she’s forged a look that resonates with customers, creating products for Target aimed at hosts and party throwers.

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Avente Tile Talk: Thanks to the Tile Heritage Foundation

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Shortly after I started Avente Tile, I remember Jorge Aguayo, of Aguayo Tile explaining that he had discovered many floors in disrepair while visiting Cuba. green building products. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic.

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