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NOVEMBER 22, 2019

In its 10 th year, Boutique Design New York (BDNY) showcases trends targeted to the hospitality boutique and lifestyle market. With over 750 manufacturers, and attended by 8,000+ designers, architects, owners, developers and specifiers, the two inspiring days each November are nothing less than exciting and drool-worthy.

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AUGUST 26, 2019

Music moves us, so is it any wonder that it should inspire interior design too? Concert halls leave architects and designers a huge opportunity to design impressively artistic spaces, but every space should consider sound in its design. This article from Work Design Magazine has some suggestions for office sound design.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

As Summer fades away and the leaves begin to change, we’d like to take a moment for some Autumn interior design inspirations. Designer Lauren Liess is diving into Fall with a ton of new projects, not the least of which is our soon-to-launch tile collection. There are some great Fall hues at work in this Tahoe cabin design by Consort.

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JANUARY 30, 2020

As designers, we are who we are, delighting in the visual appeal of the restaurants and are always on the lookout for innovative and fun tile applications. With this NYC event in its 27 th year, we were inspired to take a look at the hottest, and most stylish NYC restaurants according to Architectural Digest. We always love to help!

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JULY 22, 2019

Chances are, you picture very different designs when you think of the 20s vs the 70s. If you need a refresher, you can get a crash course in architecture and design from this handy Décor Aid article. This week, we have selected design projects that pull from classic inspirations or point towards the future. Modern Design.

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MARCH 30, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Design trends pull from all aspects of society and do a fair bit of influencing in return. Take a look at our Top 5 Design post to see a variety of tasteful designs, and maybe you’ll be able to identify some of the emerging trends for 2020. Design by Celebs. The Color Addition.

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JUNE 29, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Check out these top 5 design posts of the week, all selected to make sure you’re equipped with all the tools necessary to celebrate your day of independence, 2020 style! American Design and Trend’s Over the Decades. African American Influence on American Design.

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MARCH 18, 2019

Learn more about how the PANTONE Color of the Year is selected, this year’s color: Living Coral, and how to incorporate it into your designed interior space (which we hope includes tile from Architectural Ceramics, of course). Designers have the PANTONE Color of the Year (COTY). About the PANTONE Color Institute.

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JULY 27, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. As Summer dwindles on, let’s take a moment to honor our favorite designers hailing from the United States! Take a look our top 5 design posts of the week below! Designer Spotlight: Lauren Liess , AllSortsOf. Ten American Interior Designers You Should Know. Lauren Liess.

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AUGUST 31, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Inspired by its Southern roots and the history of horse-racing, we turn to our top 5 design posts of this week, featuring some southern-style charm that’s full of character and inspiration. This Alabama Lake House Is Designed For Laid-Back Living , Southern Living. The Modern Southern Charm.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Sports, music, film and other aspects of pop culture are great places for the design process to begin. Take a look at our Top 5 Design Posts of the week showcasing some awesome man cave and bar designs ideas that could be in your home next! Man Caves – Pool Tables and Bars , DIY Network.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts – Beach & Island Getaways. To celebrate this year’s President’s Day, we’ve gathered the Top 5 Design posts highlighting architecture and design inspired by beach and island getaways. Contemporary architectural design often draws on nature for structural inspiration and creativity.

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MARCH 2, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Check out this week’s Top 5 Design Posts to see how offices are adapting to the new wave of employee needs. Check out this week’s Top 5 Design Posts to see how offices are adapting to the new wave of employee needs. Firm Architects Creates the Epitome of a Good Office in Amsterdam , Design-Milk.

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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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MAY 18, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Check out this week’s Top 5 Design Posts for some garden and patio inspiration that’ll get you outside and active! Artist Urs Fischer reveals His Enchanting Home and Garden in Los Angeles , Architectural Digest. Bell Canyon Residence: A Ranch in California Where the Garden is King , Design Milk.

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MAY 29, 2019

When designing for a tile project, there are more factors than just color and style to keep in mind. Architectural Ceramics carries a wide variety of materials each with their own features. It is always best to refer to your designer and installation team when deciding which material is the best fit for your project.

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AUGUST 10, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Check out our top 5 designs of the week below and have some inspiration for this upcoming Fall! Home Schooling Design Inspiration for Stay-at-Home Classes. Quick Study Room Design Trends. 40 Brilliant Study Area Ideas and Designs , Reno Guide. The Modern Home Office.

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MARCH 11, 2020

Architectural Ceramics is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always happy to help advise on tile design. Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile showrooms for a free tile design consultation.

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DECEMBER 12, 2019

Design with a Purpose. 4 local designers participate in Children’s National’s annual Light Up the Season , Northern Virginia Magazine. We are so proud to see the work Case Design’s Allie Mann and Alexandria Hubbard are doing for the Light Up the Season annual holiday fundraiser. Such a fun and festive tree house design!

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Heck, at Architectural Ceramics, we wrote a blog about it featuring our large-format tile. Ati Williams, real estate entrepreneur and owner of DC Home Buzz , partnered with Architectural Ceramics on this powder room feature wall. Mann’s DC bathroom may be short on floor space, but its walls are tall.

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APRIL 20, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Earth is our home, and as designers keeping our home in peak condition is near and dear to our hearts. Whether it’s incorporating sustainable porcelain tiles into your design or finding a use for reclaimed materials, there are lots of ways to honor our environment while creating a space.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2017

Here, Virginia-based firms Thorsen Construction and Southern Kitchens teamed up with Architectural Ceramics to design a kitchen space that features a ceramic tile with a playful feel. Image via Architectural Ceramics on Houzz. Image via Architectural Ceramics on Houzz. Sagatov Design + Build , located in Falls Church, VA.,

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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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DECEMBER 22, 2020

For our family at Architectural Ceramics, soon-to-be Architessa, we’re thankful for our new showroom location in Rockville, 1170 Rockville Pike, STE 1C. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always happy to help advise on tile design. Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile showrooms for a free tile design consultation.

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OCTOBER 29, 2015

October 28th, 2015 – Washington, DC – Washingtonian Magazine celebrated it’s 50th anniversary with a monumental party at the National Museum of , and Architectural Ceramics, Inc was honored to help sponsor the event. Meet David Benson, ACI’s VP of Sales!

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APRIL 27, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Check out this week’s Top 5 Design blog for some truly out of this world design ideas. A New Exhibit Brings Southern California’s Modernist Homes Into the Moonlight , Architectural Digest. A New Exhibit Brings Southern California’s Modernist Homes Into the Moonlight , Architectural Digest.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. This week’s top 5 designs all involve inspirations for those considering moving-out, staying in place, or perhaps entering the world of excitement with a permanent retirement vacation. Urban Getaway , Home and Design. Empty Nester’s Second Home.

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MAY 11, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. We found some designs from university dorms and college town hotels to inspire you this week! Hot New Design Hotels in U.S. College Towns , Architectural Digest. The City of Lisbon Inspired the Design of This Surprisingly Luxurious Student Residence , dwell. Studying Abroad?

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. September is Hispanic Heritage month and we are taking the opportunity to focus on the influence of Latin American Design. In more modern times, we’ve seen a shift towards just that – modernity within design. 12 contemporary Latin American design studios to watch , Husk Design Decoder.

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MARCH 9, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Architectural Ceramics had the privilege of being certified as a national Women’s Business Enterprise by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). Oakton, VA , Sandra Meyers Design Studio. Ashburn Kitchen & Family Room Update , Paula Grace Designs. The Lighter Side.

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JANUARY 20, 2020

Dreaming of slopes and spas has inspired us to search out this week’s top 5 resort inspired design posts. 7 incredible Suites at Europe’s Top Ski Resorts , Architectural Digest. Humbert & Poyet Combine Rough and Refined for the Interior of a Swiss Ski Chalet , Interior Design Magazine. Wild West , Home and Design Magazine.

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APRIL 26, 2019

At Architectural Ceramics, we often collaborate with local architects and interior designers to craft well-designed and personalized spaces. When working with Sagatov Design + Build , that meant creating a modern, rustic and bright farmhouse kitchen perfectly suited to their client’s style. Backsplash Tile.

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APRIL 6, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Join our friends of Scottish heritage in celebrating Tartan Day by browsing through some Celtic inspired home design. Join our friends of Scottish heritage in celebrating Tartan Day by browsing through some Celtic inspired home design. Blending Celtic Culture with 21st Century Design.

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OCTOBER 28, 2019

Halloween is fast approaching and we are taking a look at some scary and seasonal design posts. It’s also fascinating to take a look at the architectural elements of a space once all the wallpaper and trappings have been washed away with time. This mosaic tile fits right in with the Halloween spirit with its exotic skeleton design.

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JUNE 15, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Combing elements of design has been a continuous trend in the industry over years, and will be for many to come. Check out these Farmhouses and Gardens featured in this week’s Top 5 Designs, that are sure to make your thumb a little more green. New Age Farmhouse with Traditional Feel.

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JANUARY 18, 2021

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. As we enter into the New Year with high hopes and big visions in our eyes, we thought it was a great time to step back and showcase some projects Architectural Ceramics has completed over the recent years, and dwell on some of our coolest projects we were so fortunate to be able to have our name attached to.

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MAY 25, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Take a look at this week’s Top 5 Design Blog for some design inspiration taken straight from the music industry! Set Foot Onto Lenny Kravitz’s Otherworldly Brazilian Compound , Architectural Digest. A Music-Inspired Boutique Hotel in Paris , design milk. Creative Niche.

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