JG Kitchens

JUNE 17, 2014

I’ll be walking the Dwell on Design exhibit hall floor with Gold Notes’ Architectural Adviser, Dean Larkin, AIA. Silicon Valley meets Starbucks with iPhone-connected coffee system (Photo Courtesy: TopBrewer). I’ve attended this massive West Coast design conference several times, and been a panelist twice.

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The A to Z of Building

JANUARY 24, 2023

Josh Allison, AIA, LEED AP, Principal of Josh Allison Architecture of Charlotte, NC, selected Hope’s® Windows, Inc. custom handcrafted steel window and door systems to renovate and expand.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

February 2016 – Rockville, MD – Twice as thick as most tiles, Garden 2cm is one of Architectural Ceramic ‘s first outdoor pavers. Raised installation or pedestal systems requiring perfectly level flooring that allows rainwater to flow below the flooring. WHAT IS GARDEN 2CM PRODUCT USED FOR? High traffic areas.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 20, 2015

October 2015 – BETTY SULLIVAN TALKS ABOUT CERSAIE: INTERNATIONAL TILE FAIR – Bologna, Italy – I love Italy, the food, the ability of the sharply dressed Italian (men primarily) to romance the their products and the ancient architecture. I’m most excited about Florim’s membrane system that allows tile replacement!

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 20, 2015

October 2015 – BETTY SULLIVAN TALKS ABOUT CERSAIE: INTERNATIONAL TILE FAIR – Bologna, Italy – I love Italy, the food, the ability of the sharply dressed Italian (men primarily) to romance the their products and the ancient architecture. I’m most excited about Florim’s membrane system that allows tile replacement!

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

We’ve been making a few lists of our own at Architectural Ceramics. Base molding: Just like wood molding is used at the bottom of a wall where it meets the floor, base molding can be made out of ceramic, marble or porcelain, and functions the same way. Here is a quick list of common tile trim types and where to use them.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 13, 2013

When mixed with water, Kerabond T acts as a medium-bed mortar meeting the ANSI A118.1 When mixed with Keralastic™, a second-generation “flexible” acrylic latex additive from MAPEI, the resulting system has exceptional bond strength, flexural strength, elongation characteristics and freeze/thaw durability, meeting the ANSI A118.15

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Home / Life in General / Letters from a traveling Architecture Student Letters from a traveling Architecture Student Bob Borson — October 24, 2013 — 38 Comments 23 years ago, as a fourth year architecture student, I spent the Fall semester traveling around Western Europe soaking in all the architectural wonders I could find.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Select sessions in this track include: Meeting Consumer Demand – Successful Exterior Installation. A panel discussion where tile contractors share their experiences and successes with outdoor installations and review case studies that include the latest in pedestal systems and 2-centimeter pavers.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2019

From video doorbells and security cameras to elaborate smart systems, you have more home security choices than ever before. Whether you’re sleeping or jet setting, with a monitored home security system, someone is always looking out for your home. But with so many options, it can be tough to know which system is best for you.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

APRIL 23, 2018

The 2017 Vendor Partner Award was presented at Fishman’s recently-concluded annual sales meeting, which was held April 16 to 18, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. Caption: ARDEX President Jesse David (r) accepts the 2017 Vendor Partner Award from Fishman President and CEO, Bob Wagner.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Primus Vitória has a long track record of adapting to technological innovation while meeting the needs of an increasingly demanding market. With this range, there is a suitable hue to offer the perfect pairing with most architectural surfaces, fabrics, wallpapers, natural stones, or woods. Other ranges include Memo.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Primus Vitória has a long track record of adapting to technological innovation while meeting the needs of an increasingly demanding market. With this range, there is a suitable hue to offer the perfect pairing with most architectural surfaces, fabrics, wallpapers, natural stones, or woods. Other ranges include Memo.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

These tiles were commonly used as floor and wall applications and to decorate mihrabs , the architectural niches in mosques. These patterns utilize a two dimensional plane with some polygon cells or shapes meeting at their edges, while others meet at the vertex points. Franke Kitchen Systems. MYD | architecture + design.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 27, 2019

When glueless installation systems were first incorporated into laminate floors back in the early ’90s, the primary aim was to expedite the installation process. With today’s advancements in glueless locking systems for laminates, the goal is to dramatically improve the product’s resistance to moisture incursion. By Reginald Tucker.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

Mid-America Tile, the exclusive Midwest distributor of Kerlite, recently had the opportunity to introduce this thin tile technology to the Architectural and Design community at a forum hosted by the International Masonry Institute (IMI) at their training center in Addison, Illinois. There is little question that thin tile is here to stay.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

By getting to meet the artisan, you begin to discover both their techniques and inspirations. Lilywork owners gain inspiration from travels, pulling ideas from architecture and cultures across Europe and the Near East. Franke Kitchen Systems. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 7, 2012

As a vital area for Mudejar art, a style influenced by Islamic tradition and more contemporary European architectural styles, Teruel’s extensive use of brick and ceramic tile on centuries-old buildings and façades serves as a timeless testament to the importance of ceramic tile as a building material. Architecture and Design.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 3, 2019

Architectural Fees are a mystery to most people and there is no shortage of methods that architects charge for their services. I had some advisory board meetings to attend and Andrew came along because this is singularly the most amazing design and construction show in the country. and there’s no way to know beforehand.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Best Ductless Heating and Cooling Systems: Reviews and Comparison. Ductless heating and cooling systems, also referred to as mini-split systems, offer superior performance with a smaller footprint. These HVAC systems come with a wall-mounted indoor unit and an outdoor unit consisting of a compressor.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 28, 2020

I think as an industry you will see everyone start to expand their portfolios to meet the needs of a healthier home.”. Additionally, UltraWood is easy to install with Mohawk’s Uniclic glueless locking system. It can be used on, above and below grade, including over a radiant heat system. TruBalance. Pro Flooring.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 9, 2014

Architecture. Architecture. Meeting the Need for Constant Connectivity: DOCK IT Station for Public Areas. Ideas › Meeting the Need for Constant Connectivity: DOCK IT Station for Public Areas. DOCK IT station is a modular relaxation system designed by AMOSDESIGN for public areas, shopping galleries or large halls.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Home security systems play a major role in preventing burglaries, home invasions and property theft, and often provide valuable information to law enforcement when crimes occur. Today’s home security systems combine the benefit of professional monitoring with mobile technologies that allow you to access your system from almost anywhere.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 28, 2014

There are few things I like more than seeing stunning tile installations, new tile designs and meeting creative tile artists! Franke Kitchen Systems. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. Tuesday, January 28, 2014. Thanks Tile Heritage Foundation. SUBJECT: Tile Heritage WINNER! Photo by Karol.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2012

General contractors Moss Construction and architecture firm, Populous, successfully teamed up to build a ballpark that reflected the new, fresh attitude of the professional sports organization that would inhabit and compete within it. The tiles and installation systems used to construct this walkway had to be the absolute cream of the crop.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 19, 2013

Our hands have always been our best tools, but when things need to be made in massive amounts, then machinery can play an important role in helping to meet the demands of impeding deadlines. ARTO used the Davis Color Chameleon Liquid Color System for mixing the wide assortment of pigments needed for their concrete tiles. My Blog List.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

RevoTile is Daltile’s answer to the installer crisis—a genuine porcelain floating floor system that can be installed in one day. As ceramic tile continues to meet several challenges on its road back to growth, the onset of the coronavirus only added to the category’s hardships.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2019

“The biggest mistake people make when finally getting their dream bathtub is overlooking whether or not their current hot water system is capable of producing enough hot water to fill some of these tubs,” explains Jarret Acevedo, a master plumber and owner of Jarret Acevedo Plumbing and Heating.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 8, 2013

At Avente Tile, we know that continually finding unique cement tile products and offering them at a great value ensures not only our success, but they must also meet or exceed your design goals. Our goal is to offer products that meet your uncompromising standards. Franke Kitchen Systems. MYD | architecture + design.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 19, 2012

It’s clear green rating systems in the U.S. You have consumers demanding that, home builders, remodelers, as well as the architectural community.”. American National Standard Specifications for Sustainable Ceramic Tiles, Glass Tiles and Tile Installation Materials, covering not just tile, but everything in a tiling system.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 17, 2014

Two of the most known laundry companies in the world- P&G and Whirlpool - have joined hands to create the SWASH Express Clothing Care System. The SWASHTM system plugs directly into a standard 120-volt wall outlet and requires no water, plumbing, pipes, vents, special hook-ups or professional installation.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

When a customer requests a special size for their handmade cement tiles, we are more than happy to assist in meeting their design needs and special requests. Franke Kitchen Systems. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. Traditional Gran Cordoba Cement Tile Polished 8"x8". Photo by Karol.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2013

I just returned from a business trip in the Dominican Republic meeting with the owners of the Aguayo Cement Tile Factory. Franke Kitchen Systems. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. Tuesday, October 29, 2013. Aguayo Cement Tile Factory Tour. Photo by Karol. My Blog List. 54 minutes ago.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 22, 2014

We just happened to meet because she called to talk about cement tile for her new restaurant, The Coronet , in Tucson, Arizona. Franke Kitchen Systems. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. All photos provided by Sally Kane. I must begin this post by saying, thanks! Photo by Karol. HomeCentrl.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

Farrell Gerber, Executive VP Sales of Tile Redi® stated, “Redi-Trench™ is the only linear drain system completely integrated into a leak-proof, mold-free shower pan. We know this product meets the needs of so many shower applications, and is an ideal item to be specified for hotels with a sizable number of guestrooms.”

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 17, 2023

Woody Sanders and his team will showcase a raised pedestal system by dismantling and rebuilding it each day, so attendees can see and learn how the advantageous system works. This new addition to Coverings will provide a quiet place to meet near the show floor for tile, stone and flooring distributors. The Coverings Lounge.

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Home / Career / Meetings are a Waste of Time Meetings are a Waste of Time Bob Borson — September 19, 2013 — 34 Comments Despite how much I like to talk, I think most meetings are a waste of time and a drain on my life force. End meetings early. The image above is a screen capture from my weekly calendar.

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