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. Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else? Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes.

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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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Realstone

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Key Takeaways Stone veneer siding is a type of siding that mimics the look of Full Bed natural stone at a lower cost and weight. Stone veneer siding comes in two main types: natural stone veneer and manufactured stone veneer, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. What is Stone Veneer Siding?

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Realstone

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Key Takeaways Stone veneer siding is a type of siding that mimics the look of Full Bed natural stone at a lower cost and weight. Stone veneer siding comes in two main types: natural stone veneer and manufactured stone veneer, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. What is Stone Veneer Siding?

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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. The Gio Ponti Story.

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Tile of Spain USA

JANUARY 19, 2022

One of the most exciting aspects of architectural and interior design is experimentation. Design provides an outlet to play with colors, dabble in shapes, mix and match textures, explore patterns and expand creative boundaries, to craft a space that is as unique as the individual who inhabits it. Mayolica, Nissel. Halcon, Madox.

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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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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

At Architectural Ceramics, we’re excited for this sophisticated tile trend. Here, we’re naming just a few of our tile collections that include a matte black ceramic, porcelain or stone. Let’s start with an Architectural Ceramic porcelain tile that offers several options: the Aristocrat Collection. Aristocrat.

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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. In the 15 th century, the Parliament of James I (as in King James Bible and Elizabeth’s nephew) introduced laws to primarily build in stone , alleviating the city of rampant fires from wood construction.

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Architectural Ceramics

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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The Perfect Bath

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

Rarely do I see a fireplace using directional stone and one that is so bold. Rather than just face the firebox with a ubiquitous stone, this installation shows how slabs have been layered for a simple but architectural installation. Uncategorized Architecture Design fireplace mantle marble stone'

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

So take a break from crunching the numbers, and take a look at a few tile examples from Architectural Ceramics that have cash in mind. Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone.

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Garden State Tile Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Year after year design buffs from across the globe wait in anticipation for the major color authorities in paint, fabric, and interiors to announce their picks for “Color of The Year.” FARROW AND BALL – STONE BLUE. The post The Top Color of the Year Picks for Interior Design in 2022 appeared first on Garden State Tile.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Italian Made: Fashionable Tile, Design. The Italians are famous for their design sense. From the clothing and accessories they design to their timeless architecture and art work, and of course their legendary sports cars. The same determination applies to their design sense when it comes to tile.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 2, 2013

The Tile and Stone Industry, Social Media and the Value of Pinterest. Through increased exposure via Pinterest , designers, architects, stone and tile businesses, retailers and distributors are allowed access to millions of inspiring projects and settings they would never have seen before unless they conducted specific searches.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

But the outdated design may have become an eyesore, and years of soot can make it look even worse. The design brings the outdoors inside. Image: Earth and Water LLC Waterfall Mike Nutter of Ply Gem recommends adding a stone veneer to your fireplace. Also, he says stone veneer is lighter and less expensive.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 23, 2014

Rather, here you will find images and descriptions of rustic kitchens that feature amazing natural wood elements, old stones that have tumbled through time, rough hewn wood beams, and a few unexpected modern elements that mix surprisingly well with rustic life. Mimic this design to achieve your own cozy country kitchen.

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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. Or you can get more involved by staining the existing concrete or adding patio tile or stone.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 2, 2012

Innovation, Design Take Center Stage at Cersaie. Boasting more than 900 exhibitors from all corners of the globe, and 176,000 square meters (577,428 square feet) of exhibition space, Cersaie is a not-to-be missed event for distributors, retailers, interior designers, architects and installers. Designer Collections. The Trends.

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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

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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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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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

New Tile Designs, Installation Products from Surfaces 2013. Here’s a glimpse of what new tile and stone products enjoyed the most visibility by the show’s visitors. The company practices good stewardship (recycled content, reduced packaging, locally sourced materials), while producing eye-catching tile designs.

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Tile Talk

MAY 21, 2013

Spanish Tile Design, Innovation Inspires Coverings 2013 Attendees. At Coverings 2013 , held recently in Atlanta, the Tile of Spain marked its 26th year in exhibiting Spanish innovation at the annual tile and stone show. Tile of Spains pre-Coverings catalog of the 43 ceramic tile and stone manufacturers slated to exhibit at the show.

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Architectural Ceramics

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. The back-painted glass tile uses a powder technique to achieve the hand-printed effect.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Better yet, let’s look at a few fireplaces that feature Architectural Ceramics tile. AC’s porcelain Monticello Collection in the color Argento, image via Architectural Ceramic’s Houzz Project page. AC’s natural stone Perfect Pebble Collection shown in Java Grey; image via AC’s Houzz Project page.

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Architectural Ceramics

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. Within each natural stone type, natural veining and slight variation is to be expected.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MARCH 10, 2019

Luckily, you can skip the impersonal look specifically by designing your home with curb appeal in mind. By thinking about how your new home will look from the street, you can design a few elements to make sure your place always looks warm and inviting. Rather, a symmetrical look means keeping your home design even.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

If April showers bring May flowers, then Architectural Ceramic’s brings you a twist on the classic rhyme. Architectural Ceramics offers two brands, Laticrete and Schluter , that make shower systems part of their specialty. Architectural Ceramics stocks a few of their products, a popular seller for example, is their grout.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 22, 2019

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) released its 2019 Bathroom Design Trends, which coincided with its annual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), celebrating the best in kitchen and bathroom design trends. bathroom design trends. bathroom design trends. A bath designed by Sandra Diaz-Velasco.

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Tile Talk

JULY 9, 2013

Located in the southern part of the famous Las Vegas Strip, the Bellagio Resort Hotel has dominated its surroundings from the time it opened in 1998 with lush landscaping, classic architecture and elements, and a man-made, eight-acre lake reminiscent of Italy’s Lake Como. With an original cost of $1.6

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Architectural Ceramics

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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Tile Talk

MARCH 26, 2013

Leaf Imprint Tiles and the Right Design Create Tranquility. Tom Auer, owner of landscape design and construction firm, The Ground Crafter , contacted me the first of the year about using some of our Leaf Imprint tiles for an upcoming trade show exhibit they would be attending. Tuesday, March 26, 2013. They are located at 1409 W.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 8, 2015

One simple way to inject more personality into your living room is with a simple coat of paint. Paint is a versatile medium that can do so much for your overall design without breaking your budget. Get inspired by these living room paint ideas and transform one of the most important rooms in your home.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Once again the Surface Design Show – the Islington-based specification showcase – provided plenty of grist for Tile Addict’s mill. The event’s main USPs – strong interior design and architectural audience, convenient location, restricted stand space, and eclectic product mix – thankfully remain intact.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Once again the Surface Design Show – the Islington-based specification showcase – provided plenty of grist for Tile Addict’s mill. The event’s main USPs – strong interior design and architectural audience, convenient location, restricted stand space, and eclectic product mix – thankfully remain intact.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Once again the Surface Design Show – the Islington-based specification showcase – provided plenty of grist for Tile Addict’s mill. The event’s main USPs – strong interior design and architectural audience, convenient location, restricted stand space, and eclectic product mix – thankfully remain intact.

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