Floor Covering News

MARCH 31, 2022

The company said it will unveil new tile collections as well as inspired new concepts with the styles and designs such as Emersyn Lane, the smooth patterns of Encaustic Echoes, the sophistication of Studio Marble Impressions and edgy appeal of Pop Culture. Studio Marble Impressions. Pop Culture.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 28, 2017

We know what’s hot when it comes to your main floor’s kitchen and entertaining spaces, but what about a space that is a bit more private: your bathroom. Here, Architectural Ceramics highlights three projects that showcase showers in a big way. Going Geometric. It not only provides function, but makes a stylish statement.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Atlanta—Coverings, North America’s largest and premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference, has unveiled the top tile trends for 2024 in celebration of National Tile Day, which takes place February 23. Set in stone: These looks draw inspiration from the magnificent beauty of the Earth’s ancient geological past.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 31, 2017

One of our favorite accents that seems to be here to stay is the marble trend. After seeing the way marble can completely transform a space, we are beginning to understand what the Romans made all the fuss about. We are absolutely musing over marble. Several marble planters of the same size add an elegant touch.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Kitchen backsplashes are a natural place to add some individual style. And one of the easiest ways to add some personal style into the kitchen is to think kitchen backsplash contrast. Using contrast in a kitchen backsplash, for starters, helps the often-overshadowed area behind the stove or counter space pop.

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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

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

The kitchen is the heart of the home, and the kitchen island is the heart of the kitchen. As a high-end architectural feature, a waterfall countertop has staying power while still being very on-trend. Whether you need inspiration for an upcoming kitchen remodel or just want to look at something pretty, these will deliver.

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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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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. GRAFF’s Camden faucet (left) and Sleek-Stone sinks combine form and function.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

Learn more about how the PANTONE Color of the Year is selected, this year’s color: Living Coral, and how to incorporate it into your designed interior space (which we hope includes tile from Architectural Ceramics, of course). A kitchen renovation featuring a white subway tile backsplash and Living Coral cabinetry.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

Check out Architectural Ceramic’s Surge Collection, featuring a large-format ceramic tile, that mimics illuminated glass and includes bold electric colors too. Please note that while we try to keep quantities readily available, depending on demand, Architectural Ceramics may not have all colors and sizes in stock at all times.

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Life of an Architect

DECEMBER 4, 2013

Home / Interior Design / Considering white marble counter tops? Considering white marble counter tops? Bob Borson — December 5, 2013 — 31 Comments There are few things that are as stunning to me as a white marble counter top … I love them and appreciate the character and history they have as a material.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Coverings, the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, released the top 10 tile trends for 2022. In the 17th century, the Baroque style dominated European art and architecture, defined by a sense of movement and grandeur. Polarized Marble. Warm Stones. Arlington, Va.—Coverings,

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Tile of Spain USA

JULY 22, 2020

The manufacturing processes and quality materials used mean that they can be made in a multitude of geometric shapes and to replicate endless types of stone and wood. The mix of cement and wood and impossible insertions of marble open the way to very fine aesthetic outcomes. Ceramic is very much a part of this practice.

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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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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 31, 2019

Houzz Kitchen Trends Study provides insight regarding the most popular kitchen trends in home improvement. Would you move out during a kitchen renovation? The majority of homeowners are choosing to remain in their homes during a kitchen renovation. This kitchen provides spectacular views thanks to its open concept design.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we love football almost as much as we love tile. The desk is beautifully clad in a neutral and natural stone look-a-like material from our Slim Slab Collection. The large format porcelain tiles in the color White, come from our Silk Stone Collection. AC’s Silk Stone featured indoors and out.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 14, 2018

Laminate flooring One of the benefits of laminate flooring is that it can easily mimic a variety of materials: wood, stone and even tile. An actual granite or marble countertop could cost $120 per square foot to install. However, the Formica marble laminate countertops in the photos below range between $14 and $38 per square foot.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 20, 2020

The CID Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in the design and installation of tile and stone in both residential and commercial projects. “We However, there were 18 projects that superbly demonstrated the versatility of tile and stone. Commercial Stone Design: Redefining the Classic Brownstone. Empire Kitchen & Bath.

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The London Tile Co.

JULY 26, 2019

Much more scratch resistant than natural stone or concrete. Stunning stone effect with a realistic silver-grey travertine effect, Athena Silver is perfect for adding a natural look to patios. Portico has a deep grey-blue colour with random marbling, inspired by quarried Cumbrian slate. Engineered for even thickness and sizing.

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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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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Architectural Ceramic’s put together a small list of some of our large format porcelain tile collections. Take a look at a few porcelain collections, offered with Architectural Ceramics, that feature in-stock and special order options. Ancient Stone. Go big or go home. OK, we’d love to go through your home.

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Garden State Tile Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2019

In the residential penthouse level of the building Garden State Tile supplied product for multiple rooms including the kitchen, library and bar, master bathroom and guest bathrooms. The unique mix of materials helped to highlight the original architecture and history of the building while still lending an upscale and modern twist.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

Kitchen design by Stuart Nordin Home & Design featuring ACI backsplash tile, photographed by Matthew Kleinrock. ” Kitchen design by Stuart Nordin Home & Design featuring ACI backsplash tile, photographed by Matthew Kleinrock. This glossy shell mosaic takes an otherwise masculine kitchen and gives it a womanly touch.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 26, 2017

There has been a shift in the preferred finishes,” Fernandez says, “The hot look right now is light or grey cabinets, with light marble or quarts countertops, and dark flooring.”. The natural veining in the 3×6 marble backsplash, purchased at AC, provides a simple accent. Everyone knows kitchens and bathrooms sell homes.

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Trendir Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2017

Lava stone, lava rock, basalt, and volcanic rock are all igneous rocks that form from erupting Earth magma (lava) by cooling and hardening. Lava stone designs today are as complex as any others, but they also have unique aesthetic. Formafantasma offer a lot of lava stone designs that are simply made to be shown off.

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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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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2014

Historically, Renaissance design and architecture dates back to the early 15th Century in Florence, Italy. This design was dominated by architectural stone columns and elegant baroque stylings. Here are the reasons why Italian-Style is so popular: This marble-coated bathroom would fit well into an Italian-style home.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Image: Earth and Water LLC Waterfall Mike Nutter of Ply Gem recommends adding a stone veneer to your fireplace. Some stone veneer products have an interlocking system that doesn’t require mortar. Also, he says stone veneer is lighter and less expensive. This natural stone slab fireplace is available in a variety of options.

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KB Culture

MAY 29, 2014

Stone: Still on a Roll. The audacious stature of the Gong sink pleases me; that, and its cave-like configuration, gives it an architectural presence. It is hand-crafted of marble. Labels: sink , stone. Leslie Clagett is a seasoned yet passionate observer of the international kitchen. Stone: Still on a Roll.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Coverings , the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, announced the fourth annual National Tile Day celebration scheduled for Feb. EST and watching Architectural Record’s Facebook Live Tile Trends session with Coverings’ ambassador Alena Capra Feb. Arlington, Va.— 19 at 2 p.m. 23, at 11 a.m.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

Architectural Ceramic’s Baltimore Showroom Manager, Loren Tomas, created a mood board inspired by a hot Starbucks Chai Latte. We hope you get inspired for your next tile project: Photo: Chai Latte inspiration, compliments of Loren Tomas for Architectural Ceramics. Looking for texture through natural stone?

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2017

The National Kitchen & Bath Association announced its results from a survey of kitchen designers that granite is no longer the top choice for kitchen counters — quartz is. 1 look homeowners want for their kitchen (22% and rising). A warm grey quartz countertop flows with the cool tones of this contemporary kitchen.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

(ARLINGTON, VA—February 12, 2019) Coverings ( coverings.com ), the largest international tile & stone exhibition and conference in North America, will honor the beauty and durability of tile this National Tile Day as the February 23 observance enters its third year.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

And we can thank the largest stone and tile show in North America, Coverings , for bringing it back. We’re encouraging the architecture and design community to get inspired by tile.” Image: Porcelanosa New kitchen backsplash tile ideas A small floral repeating pattern softens the hard edges in this chef’s kitchen.

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H.Winter Showroom Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Very rarely are the words "contemporary" and "stone" used in the same sentence. Stone is a product that''s usually considered traditional or rustic. What comes to mind when you think of a stone tiled kitchen back splash? I think of the commonly used rustic, tumbled marble.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Welcome to the remote Greek island of Santorini, where blue domes and white dwellings embedded in stone celebrate Cycladic architecture. This summer house designed by Kapsimalis Architects is located in Oia, a place known for its “cute” architecture and magical sunsets. Photography by Vangelis Paterakis.

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