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Portugal: tile tradition and technology

Diary of a Tile Addict

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. As a long-term admirer of Portugal’s long and influential ceramic tradition, DOATA’s founder, Joe Simpson readily accepted the invitation. Photo credit: Portugal Ceramics: Vasco Duarte. Location: Viuva Lamego. Unforgettable!

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Portugal: tile tradition and technology

Diary of a Tile Addict

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. As a long-term admirer of Portugal’s long and influential ceramic tradition, DOATA’s founder, Joe Simpson readily accepted the invitation. Photo credit: Portugal Ceramics: Vasco Duarte. Location: Viuva Lamego. Unforgettable!

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Avente Tile Talk: Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and.

Tile Talk

Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and Preservation Through the Ages. Ceramic tile façade in Portugal. Portugal is a land of Medieval castles, cobblestone villages, captivating cities and golden-sand beaches, history, great food and wine, and beautiful scenery. Map of Portugal. Above image by Robert L.

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Primus Vitoria: production paradox

Diary of a Tile Addict

Apicer’s 2024 The Art of Possibility Tour of Portugal proved hugely inspirational. The PV installation was undertaken by Helexia Portugal. Panels in the factory hark back to Portugal’s deep tiling tradition. Decorative tiles in four categories augment the extensive range of matt and gloss plain tiles.

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Primus Vitoria: production paradox

Diary of a Tile Addict

Apicer’s 2024 The Art of Possibility Tour of Portugal proved hugely inspirational. The PV installation was undertaken by Helexia Portugal. Panels in the factory hark back to Portugal’s deep tiling tradition. Decorative tiles in four categories augment the extensive range of matt and gloss plain tiles.

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Avente Tile Talk: Portuguese Ceramic Tile Artistry

Tile Talk

Photo by Joaquim Alves Gaspar, Lisboa, Portugal. In that period, the azulejos used in Portugal came from Seville, the only supplier manufacturing center in the first half of the 16th century. Now, you too can bring the look and feel of Portugal into your home by using our Portuguese Ceramic Tiles in your next project.

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Coverings celebrates design innovation with Best Booth Awards

Floor Covering News

Roca/Lamosa USA (Hall C, Booth 7520) received Best in Show for a captivating fusion of architectural trends, highlighting the seamless integration of their diverse product collections, including the notable Kronos and Suit Abbey collections.

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