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Beauty In Terracotta ? The Fuzhou Strait Culture and Art Center

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China’s massive Fuzhou Strait Culture and Art Center is one of the most stunning modern examples of the beauty and practical applications of architectural terracotta. The results were two different types of terracotta panels, one of which was engraved, while the other was a mosaic tile panel.

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Tile of Spain Manufacturers Present Top Micro-Trends that will Shape Architectural and Interior Design in 2021

Tile of Spain USA

Tile of Spain , the international brand representing 120 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), proudly presents the top micro-trends that will shape architectural and interior design in 2021. Matte Finishes. Mainzu, Bali Stones. Dynamic Design.

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Building a Home with Tile

Tile of Spain USA

Ceramic tiles can decorate the home inside and out. Each year Premios Cerámica de ASCER recognize the best architectural, interior design, and graduate projects.Below area few of the awarded projects, finalists and honorable mentions that use ceramic tiles in the most creative ways. Craftsmanship. … Continue Reading.

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The Lantern that Illuminates Hanoi, Vietnam

Tile of Spain USA

Designed by architect firm, Vo Trong, Nghia (VTN), the aptly named studio has quickly gained a glowing reputation thanks to its architectural composition that casts a simple, yet significant impact on the surrounding landscape. The terracotta pieces were traditionally used in Vietnam before air-conditioning became more wide-spread.

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Back to Basics: Which material is right for my design?

Architectural Ceramics

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. Terracotta. Terracotta tile is made from red or brown clay that is fired. Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else?

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Take It Outside: Outdoor AC Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. Cement & Terracotta. Sorry wood-look porcelain, we’ve temporarily moved on, to cement and terracotta tile. The Ins and Outs of Outdoor Tile. What type of tile can be used outdoors?

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Decorative Tile in Commercial Design

Tile Talk

Surprisingly, I''ve discovered some stunning uses of decorative tile in commercial design on the storefronts and facades of many buildings that pay homage to this state''s romance with tile during the early 1900s. Decorative tile adorn this building on Wilshire Blvd. million people. in Beverly Hills. How''s that for timelessness?