Tile Talk

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Cement Tile Designs That Impress! Cement tiles offer flexibility to the architect, designer or homeowner like no other material with its expansive color palette, sustainable properties, timeless patterns and distinct beauty. Similarly, Moroccan design and its various styling elements have always enjoyed great popularity.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MARCH 27, 2015

This comes as no surprise to the Architectural Services team at CUSTOM. CUSTOM Insights recently asked a few of our Architectural Consultants about why architects and specifiers rely on them and exactly how they can help. The structural engineer had designed the frame to hold only 13 lbs. of tile assembly per square foot.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JANUARY 3, 2019

If you’re thinking about designing a sunroom – or you have one that you’re not using – here are some tips for creating a sunroom that you’ll truly enjoy. Leigh Spicher, National Director of Design Studios for Ashton Woods , agrees that sunrooms can put you in a good mood. Image: Carrington Hill Designs. Design for comfort.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 23, 2017

Ceramic tiles first made an appearance in the ninth or tenth century BC, with cement tile arriving quite a bit later in the 1800s when hydraulic presses were invented and Portland cement was discovered. Today, modern Spanish style tile embraces bright colors and intricate medallion, filigree and mismatched patchwork designs.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2018

Image: Ed Sologa Design Build The top 10 on the Rattiest Cities list include, in order: Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Washington DC, San Francisco, Detroit, Philadelphia, Cleveland, Baltimore, and Denver. Spots 21-30: Milwaukee, Charlotte, Houston, Portland, Columbus OH, San Diego, Raleigh-Durham, Buffalo, New Orleans, and Norfolk.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 20, 2016

When it comes to home design, black may be the new black. But with the influence of prominent designers (think Johnathon Alder and Simon Doonan), 21st-century home trends are changing. It amplifies modern architecture, making hard lines and angles even sharper. A black exterior is a striking choice for any home style.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MARCH 27, 2015

The technical challenges of designing and specifying modern tile installations can be daunting without the right resources. ve been in the architecture business for 32 years, with a strong focus on residential, large-scale commercial and healthcare projects. This allows for new and unique surfaces and designs.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

We delved into the interior design, looking for features such as hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances, balconies and other modern features. Residents here enjoy designer kitchens with granite countertops, 9-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows. The best view, however, is from the 2,000-square-foot recycled grass rooftop.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Over the past 40 years, the requirements for architectural licensure have increased tremendously in terms of time and cost to the candidate. Last week The Path to Architectural Licensure was presented to the Executive Board at the Texas Society of Architects who unanimously endorsed the task force findings.

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