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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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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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StoneDimensions

JUNE 3, 2015

The Dubai World Trade Centre was the setting for the first annual Middle East Stone Show where the MIA assisted with eight of the forty educational sessions. The Middle East Stone Show was launched to provide a much larger stone presence than was currently available at the Big 5 event. Workshop: Thin Veneer Stone Masterclass.

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Ceramics of Italy

MARCH 2, 2021

It provides a concrete response to the demands of architects, who see an urgent need to introduce innovative and sustainable solutions in architecture. Design2Curtain is an aluminium framed façade solution consisting of fixed and retractable elements that can be combined with glass and porcelain tiles. www.florim.com.

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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. Panaria Ceramica (Booth 2125), Eternity 0.3:

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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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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. In the shower area, Architectural Ceramic’s Estrella Grande tile mosaic was used.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

One-on-One with Donato Pompo, Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants. Most importantly, he is the founder of San Diego-based Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, and the University of Tile and Stone, a pre-eminent provider of education to industry employees and customers. Jeffrey Steele.

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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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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

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. Another runaway favorite is porcelain tile floors, followed by ceramic tile and stone floor,” H-Millard explains.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 22, 2019

GRAFF’s Camden faucet (left) and Sleek-Stone sinks combine form and function. Sleek-Stone sinks are a prime example of bringing spa style to the home. Vitromex Conde Porcelain Marble Collection. “Luxury vinyl, ceramic wood, and marble are also trending. Image courtesy of GRAFF. Image courtesy of Coverings.

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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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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Curved walls, smart appliances, digital controls for disabled people and many standard finishes are some of the highlights. Italian-Chic 3D-printed house A partnership between architecture studio CLS Architecti and engineering firm Arup has produced one of the most elegant printed homes to date.

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The Perfect Bath

JUNE 8, 2016

That’s why I encourage you to think about white outside of the standard 3 x 6 subway tile and white paint, a pairing that now seems ubiquitous. It begins with selecting where to create the accent, and runs through to the subtlety of architectural details. Details down to the texture of towels add another dimension to the space.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

From the clothing and accessories they design to their timeless architecture and art work, and of course their legendary sports cars. Philippe Starck also played a role within the ceramic tile sector with the launch of “Flexible Architecture” for Italian manufacturer Ceramica Sant’Agostino. Tuesday, June 18, 2013.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

The matte finish works well with tumbled stone, like travertine or marble. The Chinese believe jade stones represent virtue and beauty. design standards. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. The slightly uneven edges create a charming and slightly rustic feel. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 6, 2013

You can combine our individual garden tiles with solid colored ceramic or stone tiles, rope borders, pencil liners, or you can opt for our Garden Tile Murals for an increased visual impact for your kitchen backsplash. The matte finish of this collection of matte tiles perfectly accents tumbled stone, like travertine or marble.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 4, 2018

Gauged ceramic panels, sintered stone surfaces – call them what you will – these new continuous-pressed porcelain behemoths are a great opportunity … and a serious challenge. Supreme Wide 20 in Noir Lauren design by Flaviker. Hyper Slim Pack Grey by Flaviker. Note the coloured grout lines.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 28, 2020

FloorFolio’s Coastline is an avant-garde collection designed to combine the beauty of whitewashed wood and genuine aged stone. x 48 with a smooth texture and blends high-definition patterns to create the wood and stone design. Each luxury vinyl plank is 7.25 HDPC waterproof vinyl tile. Perpetuo features elegant designs in five colors.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JUNE 3, 2013

“We have definitely seen an increased interest in universal design principles,” reports Earl Maicus, architectural services manager at the Plattsburg, N.Y.-based a company that offers innovative installation systems for tile and stone. based offices of Schluter- Systems L.P., maker of Redi Free™ barrier-free shower pans—concurs.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 30, 2012

As I repeated constantly on my blog and on Houzz, there are no standard names for granite slabs. Natural stone is a natural product and even stones that come from the same quarry change radically over time. He or she will set you up with the stone youre looking for. Granite will stain and marble much more so.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Oberlin, Ohio—The winners of the 2022 Pinnacle Awards were announced during the Natural Stone Institute Awards Ceremony at StonExpo in Las Vegas. The floor-to-ceiling walls are made from Blanc Absolute Marble. Picco Group Concord, Ontario, Canada Architectural Carving/Lettering/Sculpture John F. Rugo Stone Lorton, Va.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2016

Focus on natural materials like wood and stone or marble for those pieces. Brainstorm ways to take a standard idea and give it a modern twist. One of the easiest ways to do that is to invest in quality design elements. Where quality is concerned, big ticket items are the most important.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2019

Updraft hoods and standard-door dishwashers are other staples in this design. Marble countertops and even marble backsplashes work beautifully for transitional kitchens,” Starck says. The various types of large-format tile used in transitional kitchens include ceramic, porcelain and stone,” Zack says.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 31, 2018

If any further evidence was needed that worktop and furniture applications of XXL tiles will move centre stage at Cersaie 2018, Tile Addict draws readers attention to the Aqua Maximum collection by Fiandre Architectural Surfaces, a brand of the Iris Ceramica Group. Aqua Maximum by Fiandre. Aqua Maximum by Fiandre. More at: [link].

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

APRIL 24, 2018

The previous norm was that spec homes, or newly built homes, were fitted with a standard look, size and style of bathroom furnishings. Some of the vanities include matching mirrors, such as the Birch Lane 42-inch single bathroom room vanity with marble top, under mount sink and 42-inch mirror.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Consider a two-tone color scheme (shown below) if youd like to pair cement tile with natural stone. The gray and white tones of the Yuna traditional cement tiles frame this fireplace and perfectly coordinate with the marble hearth and mantle. Image via Studio H Landscape Architecture. design standards. Image via Houzz.

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