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Ceramics Supporting the New Reality: Healthcare Sector Architecture

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Healthcare spaces such as hospitals, health centers and other facilities warrant special attention as they are designed for use by the public and will need to provide an optimum response to the new health demands and requirements set in place to deliver the necessary levels of safety to protect our health.

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“Social Housing in Ibiza” A 2022 Tile of Spain Awards Winning Project

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Nestled in a picturesque neighborhood on the Spanish island, Ibiza, is a charming apartment complex that shies away from the traditional norms of architectural dwellings. Social Housing in Ibiza” is a project that takes an abstract approach to seaside living with a porous shell that breaths in the island’s air. Image Courtesy of: José Hevia.

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Architectural Graphic Standards Collection

Life of an Architect

I have an almost full collection of the Architectural Graphic Standards books. The post Architectural Graphic Standards Collection first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Architectural Graphic Standards Collection at Life of an Architect. It all started for me.

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Austin Architectural Lunch & Learn presented by Tile of Spain

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From gauged thin porcelain panels to ½” thick pavers, ceramics now have the perfect formats and performance to tackle the external skin and landscape of architectural projects. … Continue Reading.

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Graphic Standards for Architectural Cabinetry

Life of an Architect

Architectural drawings serve the obvious purpose of conveying specific information in a linear and direct manner. It was also during this time that I became intimately familiar with AWI standards. The image above is an example of a system of identifying cabinets using AWI’s “ Casework Design Series ” nomenclature.

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Lunch and Learn with Tile of Spain

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Are you an architecture firm or design studio interested in expanding your tile expertise? Would you like to continue your education while exploring the world of Spanish architecture and design? Do you or your colleagues want to learn more about the advancements and innovations in ceramic tile production?

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

Architectural Ceramics

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. Unlike standard ceramic tiles, terracotta is often left in a more natural state though it can be sealed or glazed. Terracotta.