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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Natural Stone Tile Porcelain Marble 157

Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 2, 2019

While sites like Travel.com offers suggestions of where to go with their article, the Top 10 Most Searched Summer Destinations , at Architectural Ceramics, we’ve come up with our own 10 cities, as well as tile collections inspired by each popular place. AC’s Legend Collection in the Kuba pattern, image via Architectural Ceramics.

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Tile Natural Stone New York Miami 186

Tile of Spain USA

JANUARY 19, 2022

One of the most exciting aspects of architectural and interior design is experimentation. Tile fabricators are now able to reproduce natural materials such as marble, wood, and stone, artful interpretation of watercolor, collages and ink-wash painting, and detailed biophilic, encaustic and vintage graphics upon the surface of ceramics.

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Ceramics Decorative Colors Tile 246

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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Trends Tile Cement Mosaics 188

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 sales and design associate would be tickled pink to pull together ceramic and marble samples for you.

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Colors Trends Design Cement 159

The Perfect Bath

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

Rarely do I see a fireplace using directional stone and one that is so bold. The gray and white marble, called Zephyr, is quarried in Turkey. Rather than just face the firebox with a ubiquitous stone, this installation shows how slabs have been layered for a simple but architectural installation.

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Stone Quarry Turkey Marble 74

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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Namibia Tile Natural Stone Cement 113

Architectural Ceramics

MAY 29, 2019

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. Some examples of stone tile include marble, quartz, limestone, slate, and granite.

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Terracotta Quarry Design Cement 113

Floor Covering News

JULY 22, 2021

Distributor: Lazer Marble and Granite Corp. Contractor: Garcia Marble and Tile. With durability and elegance in mind, the designers selected large format marble- and stone-look porcelain tiles by Florim to cover the walls and floors throughout the lobby and peripheral lounge areas. Contractor: Dutchmaster Tile and Marble.

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Italy Ceramics Costa Rica Tile 98

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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Stone Natural Stone Painted Marble 83

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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Mosaics Las Vegas Tile Cement 189

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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DC Tile Porcelain Bath 174

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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Floor Covering News

MARCH 9, 2021

—Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 120 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), presented the top micro trends that it says will shape architectural and interior design in 2021. LUXE LOOKS WITH MARBLE AND METALLICS. ELEMENTS OF NATURE. DYNAMIC DESIGN.

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Spain Trends Tile Terracotta 98

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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Tile Natural Stone DC Travertine 100

Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

Personally I love hand-molded, hand painted, terracotta tiles and I have seen so many images where they just look fabulous, but a traditional terracotta tile is not something that would look good in my swanky little contemporary monochromatic cool-colored condo and they are pricey considering the value of my property.

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Terracotta Tile Marble Research 100

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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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 4, 2019

You’ll need a paint brush or paint roller to use Daich’s products, but don’t let that fool you. The SpreadStone Mineral Select Countertop Finishing Kit is actually not paint at all. You can use the refinishing kit on laminate , wood, concrete, stone and other solid surfaces. Giani Countertop Paint Kit.

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Painted Natural Stone Stone Marble 101

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Venice is a city with truly unique architecture. Between the one-of-a-kind canals, incredible historic and cultural offerings, and beautiful architecture, it’s no surprise that people will travel far and wide just to experience Venetian life for themselves. Image Via: Tripomatic. Venice is a dream destination for many.

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Architecture Design Trends Colors 110

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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Decorative Marble Stone Italy 111

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Image: Atmosphere Interior Design If you don’t want to purchase a new door, you should at least paint it , recommends Dan DiClerico, Home Expert and Smart Home Strategist at HomeAdvisor. Again, paint is an important consideration. This porcelain tile floor and stacked stone feature wall add to the appeal of this entryway.

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Porcelain Mosaics Stone Painted 90

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Outdoor patio flooring ideas run the gamut from cozy wood to elaborate natural stone motifs. Natural stone: If you’re creating a high-end patio with a luxurious feel, natural stone is tough to beat. Choose irregularly shaped stones for a meandering appearance, or cut modular stones for a more pulled-together look.

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Flooring Natural Stone Sealants Travertine 139

The Perfect Bath

MAY 28, 2014

This initial choice becomes the starting point for the combination of other elements such as natural stone, salvaged architectural elements and repurposed vintage items in a deep-but-neutral color palette (often drawn from nature). Exposed or painted brick adds texture.

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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. Gone are the days of speckled granite.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

Pictured above, the 2012 DC Design House features Aidan Design’s work, and Architectural Ceramic’s mother-of-pearl oval mosaic. In the shower area, Architectural Ceramic’s Estrella Grande tile mosaic was used. Design and photo credit via Aidan Design, featuring AC’s Estreslla shell mosaic backsplash.

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DC Mosaics Tile Maryland 176

Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

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

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Ceramics Tile Natural Stone Stone 52

Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

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

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Ceramics Tile Natural Stone Stone 52

Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

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

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Ceramics Tile Natural Stone Stone 52

Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Be it a fresh coat of paint, updated flooring, dramatic lighting, and so on, the need for a soothing environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. Consider a two-tone color scheme (shown below) if youd like to pair cement tile with natural stone. Image via Studio H Landscape Architecture. hand painted tile.

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Tile Cement Design Painted 150

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Transitional bathrooms have clean and classic lines, with painted walls and wood cabinetry,” she says. Trends in surfaces A bathroom with soft blue painted walls. Image: NKBA Quartz is far and away the most popular choice for countertops, with granite a distant second and marble/cultured marble an even more distant third.

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Bath Trends Wet Room Kitchen 107

JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

This seems to be a truism in most global marketplaces but certainly is the case in North America where design and architecture features so much of the native timber. The interesting thing is that stone, metal and even cotto are finding great success in the planks formats. Natucer Vintage Series. Rectified Edges Driven by Cost.

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Spain Trends North America Tile 100

Tile Talk

MAY 21, 2013

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. www.apavisa.com. www.grespania.com. www.laplatera.com. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Spain Las Vegas Design 125

JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

This seems to be a truism in most global marketplaces but certainly is the case in North America where design and architecture features so much of the native timber. The interesting thing is that stone, metal and even cotto are finding great success in the planks formats. Natucer Vintage Series. Rectified Edges Driven by Cost.

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Spain North America Trends Tile 100

Tile Talk

AUGUST 6, 2013

With their hand-painted relief details, available either in a matte or gloss finish, these richly colored tiles boast sophisticated designs inspired by natures bounty. The matte finish of this collection of matte tiles perfectly accents tumbled stone, like travertine or marble. Fruit Basket Hand Painted Tile Mural.

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Ceramics Tile Painted Backsplash 112

Diary of a Tile Addict

AUGUST 8, 2018

Its art galleries pay tribute to the masters of Impressionism, who drew inspiration from the bright colours of nature, the painted landscapes and the weather-scuplpted rocks. Stone also inspires Verse, a porcelain stoneware range characterised by a matt and finely chiselled surface texture combining an elegant appearance to a soft touch.

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Ceramics Natural Stone Stone Outdoor 53

Tile Talk

APRIL 16, 2013

With its eye towards the future, Coverings 2013 has remained steadfast in its quest to provide the best possible experience for the attendees of its annual tile and stone trade fair and expo. Guests will experience cutting-edge technology, sustainable design and diverse architectural solutions from leading Spain tile manufacturers.

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Trends Tile Spain Italy 150

Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 19, 2017

How about with an appointment with Architectural Ceramics. Some homeowners have a lot of samples to work with while others have a simple paint swatch. Don’t under estimate the power of a paint swatch. Have a tile project on your hands and not sure where to start? Request an Appointment. Crunch the Numbers.

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Baltimore DC Painted Tile 100