Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

Pictured above, the 2012 DC Design House features Aidan Design’s work, and Architectural Ceramic’s mother-of-pearl oval mosaic. To view this, or other shell mosaics, visit one of our DC-metro area showroom locations. In the shower area, Architectural Ceramic’s Estrella Grande tile mosaic was used.

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MAY 24, 2019

Now that Memorial Day Weekend is here, it’s time to kick off the unofficial start of summer with 5 tile collections, available with Architectural Ceramics of course, that feature white in a big way. The collection, shown above, features a dimensional mosaic in three natural stone marble choices: Thassos (pictured), Crema and Grigio.

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OCTOBER 31, 2018

With expert advice from Architectural Ceramic’s Customer Service team, you can be prepared throughout your tile purchase and renovation. When turning to Architectural Ceramics, our name let’s you know we’re a tile company. From ceramic to porcelain, and glass to natural stone, AC offers a variety of tile materials.

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JUNE 21, 2019

Here, we’re featuring just some of the dimensional tile collections available through Architectural Ceramics. Breeze through each one; from natural stone and cement, to ceramic and glass, we offer dimensional tile in a range of material types. Want to learn more about natural stone as a tile material?

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MAY 29, 2019

Architectural Ceramics carries a wide variety of materials each with their own features. Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else? Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes. Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile showrooms for a free tile design consultation.

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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). To get this look, visit one of AC’s five showroom locations in the DC-metro area.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

With a project name like “Panorama”, Montreal firm ACDF Architecture really went above and beyond (literally) your typical retirement home design. They purchased a flat in Georgetown, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows offering a view of the C&O Canal, and then began renovations with DC architect and designer Andreas Charalambous.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Kate Valder, our contagiously happy and seriously talented Commercial Rep for the DC area, curated this contemporary take on the Tartan, below. Onyx natural stone field tile. Kate Valder – Commercial A&D Sales, NEWH Washington DC Metro Executive Advisor kvalder@architecturalceramics.com. Inspired by Tradition.

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JANUARY 18, 2021

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. Top 5 Design Posts of the Week.

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AUGUST 31, 2020

This stunningly modern lake house looks as if it belongs on the cover of Architectural Digest, yet here it is being featured in Southern Living. Check out the galley of stunning photos and try to hold back your jealousy, as you take in the wonderful architecture and admire the new, modern southern charm. The Modern Southern Charm.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 31, 2019

At Architectural Ceramics, we love the look of stretching a square niche into an elongated, linear one. For a specialty, handmade tile like the one used above, it’s best to come in to one of AC’s five DC-metro area showroom locations. Want weekly updates about Architectural Ceramics and our product lines?

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AUGUST 25, 2017

While children everywhere are going back to school, let’s go back to basics and learn about ceramic tile through a few of Architectural Ceramic’s collections: Basics, London, and City Hall. Architectural Ceramics has several handmade ceramic tile options, from vendors like Sonoma Tilemakers or Encore Ceramics. ″ x 9.5″

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JANUARY 11, 2019

If you haven’t already guessed, at Architectural Ceramics, we can’t help but think of winter whites. That’s how DC metro-area interior designer, Mary Douglas Drysdale ‘s aesthetic is often described. Want weekly updates about Architectural Ceramics and our product lines? A Classically Planned Space.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

Both begin their life cycles as natural elements. See how Architectural Ceramics used Indonesian textiles to inspire one of our newest glass tile collections: Batik. Please note that while we try to keep quantities readily available, depending on demand, Architectural Ceramics may not have all colors and sizes in stock at all times.

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MARCH 16, 2018

Check out Architectural Ceramic’s Surge Collection, featuring a large-format ceramic tile, that mimics illuminated glass and includes bold electric colors too. Please note that while we try to keep quantities readily available, depending on demand, Architectural Ceramics may not have all colors and sizes in stock at all times.

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JULY 28, 2017

Here, Architectural Ceramics highlights three projects that showcase showers in a big way. Let’s kill two trendy birds with one stone: an accent wall in a chevron mosaic. Photo: Guest bathroom designed by Holland Bath & Spa, featuring 1×3 glass from AC’s Suite series, color Mica; photo via Architectural Ceramics.

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JUNE 26, 2018

This time last year, we featured a beach blog about AC’s Naturals Collection whose soft color palette and names are inspired by nature. Architectural Ceramics is at it again, this time with a focus on sea shells and mother of pearl as inspiration. Or visit the Naturals Product Page of our website here.

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JULY 27, 2018

Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. Through high-definition printing, porcelain tiles can mimic other materials like cement or natural stone that are typical of an outdoor setting. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic.

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AUGUST 2, 2019

While sites like Travel.com offers suggestions of where to go with their article, the Top 10 Most Searched Summer Destinations , at Architectural Ceramics, we’ve come up with our own 10 cities, as well as tile collections inspired by each popular place. AC’s Legend Collection in the Kuba pattern, image via Architectural Ceramics.

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OCTOBER 30, 2017

It’s no secret that natural stone has natural variation. speaks to a scary common client question: can natural stone can be hand-picked? “If you are ordering marble, limestone, or any natural stone, be prepared to go with flow. . ” For Washington D.C. Prepare for Prep-Work.

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AUGUST 10, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we’ve prepared a quick read for you about natural slate, and our client spaces and collections that feature it. We just hope to see you later in one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Slate’s Natural Element. Natural slate on a mountainside near the Mosel River in Rhineland, Germany.

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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. As for square mosaics, Architectural Ceramics carries a wide range of options in all material types. To explore our full offering, visit one of our DC-metro area showroom locations.

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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. Like any marble, our Vestige collection features a range of color variation to be expected from a natural stone. Harmony By Way of Feng Shui. Join our newsletter here.

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