Illuminating the City of Light: A Journey Through Paris
As The Tile Turns
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
The city further validated its moniker in 1828 by becoming the first in Europe to illuminate Champs-Elysées with gas lamps.
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Back to Basics: AC’s Ceramic Tile Collections
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. AC’s Basics Collection , is a simple one with a white subway tile at its core. clean, off-white color. glossy finish.
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Switching Gears: AC’s Mosaic Tile Collection
Architectural Ceramics
AUGUST 15, 2017
Let’s take a look at one of Architectural Ceramic’s own in-stock products: Gears. AC’s Gears Collection , offered as a marble or porcelain water-jet mosaic, has several features that will turn your tile project into a unique one: interlocking 12×12 sheet. About Our Gears Collection. mesh-mounted backing.
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Switching Gears: AC’s Mosaic Tile Collection
Architectural Ceramics
AUGUST 11, 2017
Let’s take a look at one of Architectural Ceramic’s own in-stock products: Gears. AC’s Gears Collection , offered as a marble or porcelain water-jet mosaic, has several features that will turn your tile project into a unique one: interlocking 12×12 sheet. About Our Gears Collection. mesh-mounted backing.
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Chinese Tariffs and their Effect on the Tile Industry
Architectural Ceramics
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Many people have asked us about how the newly implemented Chinese tariffs will affect the tile and flooring industry. Keep in mind most importers, like Architectural Ceramics, imported excess stock to get through this transition. Before 2019, the duty for tile imported from China was: 8.5% in addition to the price of the tile.
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April Showers Bring May Flowers
Architectural Ceramics
APRIL 26, 2018
If April showers bring May flowers, then Architectural Ceramic’s brings you a twist on the classic rhyme. Instead of flowers, let’s talk showers and shower tile. Architectural Ceramics offers two brands, Laticrete and Schluter , that make shower systems part of their specialty. Underneath It All. Made in the U.S.A.
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Avente Tile Talk: Interview with Lilywork Artisan Tile, LLC
Tile Talk
SEPTEMBER 17, 2013
Interview with Lilywork Artisan Tile, LLC. Todays post is the second in our Tile Artisans Interview Series. It’s a joy to share their love of tile. I met Esther of Lilywork Tile about eight years ago at Coverings, an annual tile and stone trade show. How and when did you start creating your tiles?
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Week of August 31st, 2020 – Southern Hospitality & Design
Architectural Ceramics
AUGUST 31, 2020
A brief history and a fun fact about the derby – it began in 1872 when William Clark’s grandson Lewis Clark traveled to Europe and attended their own Epsom Derby in England, which eventually led him to be inspired to create America’s own version, the Kentucky Derby. The Modern Southern Charm. Living Rooms of the South.
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Armstrong Flooring wins three 2019 Good Design awards
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 6, 2020
—Armstrong Flooring has received Good Design awards for Rigid Core Vantage, Migrations and Striations BBT, and Alterna engineered tile. Good Design covers new consumer products, graphics and packaging designed and manufactured in Europe, Asia, Africa and North and South America.
My Summer Vacation-”Ace Style.”
The Ace of Space
MAY 17, 2013
This year is going to be a challenge because I really want to go to Europe, but with a seven year old in tow it’s going to be virtually impossible. Well…for Mr. B. actually, because if anyone is good at sneaking off to […].
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ASCER Announces Highly Distinguished Jury for the 19th Annual Tile of Spain Awards
Tile of Spain USA
OCTOBER 8, 2020
The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers Association (ASCER) has announced the six highly distinguished architects and interior designers who will serve on the jury for the 19 th annual Tile of Spain Awards. Before moving to Tokyo in 2004 to begin his career, Javier Villar studied architecture at the Barcelona School of Architecture.
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10 Hot Summer Destinations & Tile Inspirations
Architectural Ceramics
AUGUST 2, 2019
Come globe trotting with us to beautiful vacation spots, home and abroad, that offer endless design and tile inspiration. AC’s Boho Collection , in the Tear shape and Emerald color, image via Architectural Ceramics. The dimensional ceramic tile is available in two main shapes, Elle and Tear. The European Traveler.
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Take It Outside: Outdoor AC Tile Collections
Architectural Ceramics
JULY 27, 2018
Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. The Ins and Outs of Outdoor Tile. What type of tile can be used outdoors? Glass tile is gaining popularity specifically for use in in-ground pools. Cement & Terracotta.
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Decorator On Demand: Walls of Stone
Decorator on Demand
APRIL 16, 2010
Walls of Stone. This stone veneer takes your "boring" walls to "wow" walls! Have you ever considered a stone veneer, such as these? Eldorado Stone s GemWalls have made this not only pretty simple but also an affordable way to transform your own spaces. What a difference the stone makes. Walls of Stone.
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Mosaics: The Beginning of Architectural Ceramics, Part Three.
Tile+Mosaic
JANUARY 8, 2011
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Member Blogs-Sylvie Atanasio
CTDA's Tiledealer Blog
JULY 7, 2015
I feel extremely lucky to have been a part of the CTDA delegation that went to Istanbul to learn more about Turkey’s ceramic tile industry, as well as their culture. It was wonderful to see everyone enjoying their time together, and of course the topic of the night was TILE.
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SieMatic introduces the latest from Beaux Arts and FloatingSpaces
Kitchen and Residential Design
JUNE 13, 2012
EuroCucina is Europes largest kitchen trade show and its attended by hundreds of thousands of people from all over the globe who descend on Milan to see the latest in kitchen design and innovation. This is FloatingSpaces in Lotus White Gloss Lacquer and Stone Beech Veneer. architecture. (39). Avente Tile Talk. Tile Style.
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67 kbculture: Shrink to Fit
KB Culture
JUNE 6, 2014
so with smaller spaces, you would need smaller appliances & that's what they still have in Europe Reply Delete Add comment Load more. Architecture to Kitchens & Baths, she is also the author of The New. What mystifies me is how our houses have more than doubled in size since the 1950s, even while family size has shrunk.
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A Clean Slate: How Rough Slate Can Have a Clean Aesthetic
Architectural Ceramics
AUGUST 10, 2018
At Architectural Ceramics, we’ve prepared a quick read for you about natural slate, and our client spaces and collections that feature it. Before we jump into examples of slate tiles, let’s look at slate as a natural material. Photo via Libby Turner Dickstein for Architectural Ceramics. Slate’s Natural Element.
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Decorator On Demand: Euro Bound
Decorator on Demand
OCTOBER 13, 2011
Well my Mom and I are off to Europe until the end of the month. Labels: Europe. Have a wonderful time in Europe with your beautiful mom. Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). Input Form. Thursday, October 13, 2011. Euro Bound.
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Primus Vitoria: production paradox
Diary of a Tile Addict
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Small format glazed wall tiles are Primus Vitoria’s speciality. 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. Apicer’s 2024 The Art of Possibility Tour of Portugal proved hugely inspirational.
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Primus Vitoria: production paradox
Diary of a Tile Addict
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Small format glazed wall tiles are Primus Vitoria’s speciality. 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. Apicer’s 2024 The Art of Possibility Tour of Portugal proved hugely inspirational.
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52 Time2Design: DESIGN TERMS | DEFINITIONS
Time2Design
MARCH 14, 2013
In Europe the dovetail joint is also called a swallow-tail joint or a fantail joint. Four Corners of Law & Architecture, Charleston So. architecture. decorative tile. glass tile. sarasota architectural salvage. The dovetail design is an important method of distinguishing various periods of furniture.
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Decorator On Demand: Stainless Copper Sinks
Decorator on Demand
JULY 20, 2012
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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Decorator On Demand: Junk Mail Never Looked So Good
Decorator on Demand
JULY 24, 2012
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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Decorator On Demand: Lighting Up in Unexpected Places
Decorator on Demand
JULY 10, 2012
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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59 Decorator On Demand: Suzanis, Suzanis, SUZANIS!
Decorator on Demand
AUGUST 16, 2011
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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Decorator On Demand: Wine Cellar For A Fella(r)
Decorator on Demand
SEPTEMBER 16, 2011
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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Decorator On Demand: Film Star
Decorator on Demand
FEBRUARY 8, 2011
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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Decorator On Demand: This Isn't Your Grandmother's Rocking Chair
Decorator on Demand
FEBRUARY 4, 2011
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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68 Decorator On Demand: Baby Got Back Splash
Decorator on Demand
JANUARY 26, 2012
Labels: backsplashes , glass tile , kitchen remodels. When we redid our kitchen 10 years ago, I agonized over tile for the backsplash. Picked a very nice, yet boring tile. I'm really loving the glass tiles lately as well! Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). Album art. (1).
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Decorator On Demand: Powder Room with POP!
Decorator on Demand
SEPTEMBER 30, 2011
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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65 Decorator On Demand: Mirrored Kitchen Cabinets?
Decorator on Demand
JULY 14, 2011
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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59 Decorator On Demand: Where is Marie?
Decorator on Demand
DECEMBER 22, 2011
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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45 Decorator On Demand: Up On The Roof Top
Decorator on Demand
FEBRUARY 11, 2011
Because of my love for architecture, we took the rooftop tour to see up close the details that were put into the rooftop alone. Gargoyles are a carved stone grotesque with a spout designed to convey water from a roof and away from the side of a building so as to keep the water from running down the walls which over time would cause erosion.
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40 Decorator On Demand: Creative Bath Storage Ideas
Decorator on Demand
SEPTEMBER 9, 2011
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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68 Decorator On Demand: Change the Face of Your Fireplace
Decorator on Demand
AUGUST 4, 2009
We also stoned the fireplace insert. 2) Look what a difference just painting red brick does.The architecture of the fireplace now really stands out instead of the color, so do those woods floors. So we covered up the brick with black granite tiles and painted the tired wood white so now the dental moldings really show up.
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Decorator On Demand: Take Cover - Blogger
Decorator on Demand
FEBRUARY 18, 2011
I immediately thought they were making a big mistake with the architecture of the house to add what looked like a lean to, to their really nice home. Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven.
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Decorator On Demand: Change the Face of Your Fireplace, Part 2
Decorator on Demand
FEBRUARY 3, 2012
This tile is great, it adds really nice texture without seeing any grout joints. On this fireplace, we did a Contours tile from Diamond Tech with a travertine slab on top of the hearth. Oh and yes I took out the tired marble surround and replaced it with the travertine tile I used in the floor of his kitchen to tie it all in.
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51 Decorator On Demand: Your Life, Your Colors
Decorator on Demand
JANUARY 12, 2012
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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Decorator On Demand: Learning Thermo
Decorator on Demand
JANUARY 19, 2012
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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45 Decorator On Demand: Introduction to Induction
Decorator on Demand
JULY 7, 2011
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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Decorator On Demand: Decorating For China
Decorator on Demand
FEBRUARY 25, 2011
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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53 Decorator On Demand: Happy Thanksgiving!
Decorator on Demand
NOVEMBER 24, 2011
Walls of Stone. Architectural Digest. (1). carpet tiles. (1). cement tiles. (1). Eldorado Stone. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass tile. (3). glass tile rugs. (1). Granada Tiles. (1). This Stairway IS Heaven. Lighting Up in Unexpected Places. Album art. (1). All About Diamonds. (1).
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