Architectural Ceramics

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. They can incorporate different cultures and styles while simultaneously painting the future through innovative ideas. Design by Celebs. Modern Decor , Better Homes & Gardens.

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“The winning exhibit displays exemplify the spirit of ingenuity Coverings represents, transforming ordinary spaces into spectacular showcases of design and craftsmanship.” The design of the booth’s facade, marked by the company’s elegant wall tiles and the grandeur of their XL Slabs, is the epitome of contemporary design.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 8, 2018

If you’re planning to redecorate a room, you might want to stop and think about how that year-round design will fit in with your seasonal decorating. After all, it’s common to just throw any seasonal decor into the room style you already have. Why should holiday decorating dominate the home all year?

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Architectural Ceramics

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. Ceramic tile is made from red or white clay and is usually coated with a decorative glaze.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 13, 2013

Carters Hand-Painted Ceramic Tiles, Murals and Façades - Disappearing History. The Swan Inn is an example of Carters hand-painted tiles. Carters Tiles became known for hand-painted and themed tile panels. Hand-painted tile scenes graced the walls of butchers, fishmongers, and greengrocers. backsplash designs.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 5, 2019

Designers are focusing on one main zone of your outdoor space this year: your outdoor flooring. Depending on your budget, the best way to update your patio can be as easy as painting your patio floor or adding an outdoor area rug. Outdoor Painted Flooring and Stained Concrete Floors. And the trend goes outdoors this summer, too.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 10, 2013

Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and Preservation Through the Ages. These tiles come in a staggering array of shades (mostly of blue) and designs. Portuguese ceramic tile serves as a beautiful, functional and architectural element on structures and homes. Tuesday, December 10, 2013. Ceramic tile façade in Portugal.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JANUARY 23, 2018

But luckily, many home decorating problems have easy fixes you can tackle in just a few hours or a weekend. Here are five of the most common home decorating problems and how you can easily fix them. 2: Paint the walls. Freshen up the room by painting your space in a lighter, fresh color. 3: Add large mirrors.

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Tile of Spain USA

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Sustainable, durable and versatile in design and use, ceramic tiles have played a vital role in architectural and interior design for thousands of years and have become a standout building material in projects around the world. Today, we honor this enduring surface material as we celebrate National Tile Day! Ceracasa, Manhattan.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 22, 2018

It varies greatly in hue and saturation from cool to warm tones, giving you plenty of flexibility when decorating with olive green. Here are some beautiful interiors to inspire you to try decorating with olive green. This bedroom wall is painted in a rich, saturated olive color.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. create a colorful tribute to Spanish Revival architecture. You’ll find that these installations show some wear; but, they are a great tribute to both Los Angeles architecture and the classic forms they honor. Tuesday, June 10, 2014.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 11, 2018

Here are six new home decorating tips when you’re starting from scratch. You’ll see that decorating your new home is fun — and much easier than you think. With an architectural home style like ranch or craftsman , dark, rich wood pieces, clean-lined furniture and lots of earth tones work well.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 11, 2013

Affordable Luxury with Hand-Painted Field Tiles. Enjoy Long-Lasting, Affordable Luxury with Hand-Painted Ceramic Tiles. Of course, you can pair field tile with decorative ceramic tile to create a spectacular custom design. The wonderful translucent colors are hand-painted onto softly domed "pillow-like" tiles.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 16, 2019

Below are just some of the ways you can use it to create architectural detail in your home. Wainscoting was originally used to beef up construction in wet areas of homes and businesses,” according to Justin Riordan, founder of Portland-based Spade and Archer Design Agency. Painted white, wainscoting provides a clean contrast.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Venice is a city with truly unique architecture. Between the one-of-a-kind canals, incredible historic and cultural offerings, and beautiful architecture, it’s no surprise that people will travel far and wide just to experience Venetian life for themselves. The lessons learned from Venice’s buildings can aid any designer.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2018

You love the holidays, but let’s face it: you have neither the time, nor the desire to actually decorate your home for the holiday season. Here are some holiday decorating tips for busy people. In the photo above, homeowners gathered sticks on their property, and decorated with white clay tags and lights.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Meanwhile, a host of new prefabricated furnishing options and collaborations with the world’s leading design firms signaled the strength of the industry while carbon-neutral collections and the workings of a new industry ISO standard for embodied carbon demonstrated contributions to the future of the built environment.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Designing with Tile: Fireplaces & Hearths. Be it a fresh coat of paint, updated flooring, dramatic lighting, and so on, the need for a soothing environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. Although not one piece will stand out over another, all aspects of the space work together to create a cohesive design.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

Playing with Pattern in Tile Design. The natural world and everyday common objects can be the inspiration for decorative patterns. Patterns are decorative designs on the surface of materials that usually have a repeating design motif. Tuesday, March 4, 2014. Patterns are fun. Patterns create comfort. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 10, 2015

Nothing adds more curb appeal, sense of personal style, and a real design punch than using decorative tiles on stair risers. Decorative tiles used on stair risers showcase personal style and add curb appeal. A hand-painted tile border pattern is repeated on each stair riser. By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile.

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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. These tiles were commonly used as floor and wall applications and to decorate mihrabs , the architectural niches in mosques.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Autumn is the perfect season for fall porch decorating. We absolutely love fall decorating. Decorating your porch for autumn starts with colors. Before you begin your fall porch decorating, you’ll need to create a color scheme. Gold: This is another staple of fall decorating — including metallic gold.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

When you do, it will be easy to see why Betty, owner of Architectural Ceramics, had Scotland on her bucket list for so long. This sandstone was also commonly used for decorative molding. Edinburgh from Craigleith Quarry’ as painted by John Bell (1793-1861). Image of the famous painted ceilings of Crathes Castle , left.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MARCH 22, 2018

The ceiling is usually a neglected space in room design, but it certainly shouldn’t be. With the right wallpaper or shade of paint (and a little inspiration), your ceiling makes a stunning statement. Image: Laura U Design This whimsical, marble-patterned ceiling proves that kids’ rooms and color go hand in hand.

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Architectural Ceramics

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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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Tile Fireplace Design Tips. Today I will share three tips that can help you achieve the best design for your tiled fireplace. A fireplace using hand-painted Spanish Tile. Design Rule #1 for Tiled Fireplaces: What’s your style? Are you working with a rustic or contemporary design? Tuesday, February 25, 2014.

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Realstone

AUGUST 11, 2023

Stacking natural stones on top of one another creates a textured, three-dimensional facade that can either be rustic or modern, depending on the type of stone and design approach. Design Considerations : The beauty of a stacked stone fireplace lies in its flexibility. Design Options : Stone veneer offers incredible versatility.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 4, 2017

You can’t think of Mexican tile without picturing colorful, hand-painted designs. Deep, rich colors are then painted over the white. The beauty in handmade or hand-painted tile is that the glaze and embellishments will vary in color. Decorative Details. Handmade Talavera Tile. Photo Credit: Pinterest.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 3, 2018

Image: Mary Dewalt Design Group Two Accent Colors If you already have an accent color that you worked perfectly into your space, you can still have an updated color scheme. Furniture pieces like this are easy to find new, used or you can paint them yourself. Don’t feel limited to just one accent color.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2014

Of course Italian-Style home decor is popular! It is ornate, gorgeously-gilted, elegant and designed of only the highest quality furnishings. Italian design is the epitome of luxury. Historically, Renaissance design and architecture dates back to the early 15th Century in Florence, Italy.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2019

These non-working fireplace decorating ideas transform an ordinary hearth into a cool and creative focal point in your home. Non-Working Fireplace Decorating Ideas Featuring Tile, Mirror And Wallpaper. Image: Elle Decor UK. This fireplace was closed off with a panel painted in chalkboard paint. Image: Casa Vogue.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2018

When designing your own home, it’s tempting to take an “everything but the kitchen sink” attitude. It’s better to take a classic approach to designing and building your own home. Aging gracefully isn’t just for skin care and fashion; the same ideas can be applied to home design.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 25, 2018

Be free from worry with these easy Fourth of July party decor ideas. Fourth of July party decor ideas that will add a wow factor to your celebration. A flag tapestry is a high-impact way to decorate an entire room. Why not highlight the importance of Independence Day and amp up your party decorations in one fell swoop?

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 15, 2018

But there are several ways to decorate with antiques to keep your house looking timeless. Below, we’ll cover how to tastefully decorate with family heirlooms in a way that doesn’t make your home look haphazard. Create a retro look with antiques Antiques are a natural design element in retro styles.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 5, 2019

I asked some of the people known for designing bathrooms and selling homes to provide insight on this topic. “When designing this space, we incorporated each of their favorite colors and chose to have fun by painting the clawfoot tub a bold pink color,” he says. Image courtesy of Sanctuary Home Decor.

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Giotile

OCTOBER 22, 2014

“Innovation that rebels against itself, turning functionality into an interior decoration accessory.” ~ Francesco Bonami summarizing the design philosophy pursued by Gio Ponti. The creativity and ingenuity of Gio Ponti, architect and designer extraordinaire , was, and is, an inspiration to all of us here at GIO. 1967 (c) G.

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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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