CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

The CUSTOM website offers resources that make specifying the right tile installation system fast and easy. Plus, you can always call on our team of Architectural Consultants for expert technical assistance. Click here to contact the architectural consultant closest to you. Request a class reservation today!

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

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. Select sessions in this track include: Meeting Consumer Demand – Successful Exterior Installation.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The production facility is equipped with a co-generation system consisting in a turbine connected to a power supply which auto-produces electric energy and exploits the thermal energy produced by the turbine exhaust gas within the atomizer – one of the biggest in Europe.

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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

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

I know several architectural/structural engineers, and they all tell me that reconstructing all those offices spaces would be way too expensive and impractical,” he explained. Modern buildings have complex HVAC systems, centralized elevators and windows with limited-to-no operability,” he explained.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

APRIL 7, 2016

Through the sharing of case studies and industry knowledge, conversation will focus on the cross-pollination of design and particularly focus on innovations and trends in tile and stone today. Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)” – Wayne Kurzen, The Kurzen Group; Tuesday, April 19, 10:30 – 11:30a.m.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 9, 2016

Studies by the EHP and NASA show that plants are better and cheaper than the HEPA filters you can buy for your vacuum or ventilation system to filter out these toxins. According to energy.gov : “Studies demonstrate that medium-colored draperies with white-plastic backings can reduce heat gains by 33%.” Skip wall to wall carpet.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MARCH 23, 2018

Image: GEM+ELLI NASA’s Clean Air Study found that house plants, “…may provide a natural way of removing toxic agents from the air, helping neutralize the effects of sick building syndrome.” Image: Entrance Makleri The unique wall hanging system for plants in this home includes openings for planters to sit in.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JANUARY 17, 2018

Aliquippa, PA, January 17, 2017 – FCICA, the Flooring Contractors Association, along with ARDEX Americas and nora systems, Inc. He studied Civil Engineering at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and opened a commercial flooring installation business.

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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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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Studies show there are numerous benefits to home-based aging, such as increased life satisfaction, quality of life and self-esteem. Home security systems are an essential tool for being alerted to dangers you may not sense, like fire, carbon monoxide and break-ins. What you should know about designing a home while aging in place.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

As a visual artist, graphic designer, paper lover and one who is obsessed with patterns and the production process, Guillermo began his art studies at UMASS Amherst in Boston. Franke Kitchen Systems. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. Photo by Karol. My Blog List. 54 minutes ago. HomeCentrl.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

A recent NBC news broadcast noted a new study that many people can relate to, citing that more Americans feel pushed to the limit in their stressful lives. Hence, the simplicity of Japanese architecture has become a popular go-to style. Best Of Architecture Japanese minimalist' Do you love Japanese style?

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

As a recent Art History graduate from Loyola Marymount University, the Arts of Islam became a favorite subject among the various cultures and styles I studied. These tiles were commonly used as floor and wall applications and to decorate mihrabs , the architectural niches in mosques. Franke Kitchen Systems. Photo by Karol.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Special features include small doses of elegant wall paper in the kitchen next to the entrance and also in the study alcove that is part of the living room. The apartment includes one bedroom, two bathrooms, a very large kitchen and the hallway. There is a “green angle” to the apartment. The power cost is only 7 USD a month.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

The world population is rapidly on the rise, so how does this affect the design of our transit systems? Studies have shown that city life can actually alter the brain and that urban areas have higher cases of psychotic illnesses such as schizophrenia. Image Source: The Connectivist. Image Source: Mobili Martini.

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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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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2014

Green architecture , in particular, has been given the unfortunate reputation of being too difficult and costly to implement in your own home. Read on to find out the ways in which sustainable architecture will improve your quality of living while saving you money and, of course, helping the environment. Image Via: Window World.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2020

Everything You Need to Know About Vivint Home Security System. From simple security cameras to fully-integrated smart home security systems, your options are seemingly endless. All Vivint systems require professional installation. High-tech HD cameras offer infrared night vision, and the system is highly customizable.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

Moroccan art and architecture has been steadily experiencing a renewed interest thanks to talented, visionary designer and architects. ” From an early age, pupils would study their craft under the tutelage of a master. Where have you traveled and seen Moroccan influences in tile and architecture? Franke Kitchen Systems.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 17, 2023

Spaces4Learning is a leading publication for education institutions, the architectural community, service providers and others interested in creating high-quality facilities. Dallas—Mannington, Patcraft, Interface, Tarkett and Forbo are among the winners of the Spaces4Learning 2023 New Product Awards.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Paul studied at the Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia. 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. As an artisan, what inspires your creations?

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 22, 2020

High-value programming will feature actionable conversations, panels, solutions and case studies that will focus on cooperative purchasing, school performance, design solutions and more to ultimately equip and enhance learning environments. The event will take place exclusively through an interactive online platform. The “Achieving a 4.0

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2019

92% of respondents in the 2018 Design Trends Study chose under-mount as the trendiest kitchen sink style. Heather Jach of the Swiss-based Franke Kitchen Systems, which manufactures luxury sinks and faucets, agrees. Franke Fireclay Farmhouse Sink.

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Life of an Architect

DECEMBER 11, 2013

That’s a long time to work at developing the skills it takes to practice architecture. … kids will take a chance. And we are running national education systems where mistakes are the worst thing you can make and the result is that we are educating people out of their creative capacities. Am I right?

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 29, 2015

Home automation includes any technology used to remotely control and monitor the function of your home’s systems—and can equal substantial savings when applied to energy efficiency. Whether you are home or halfway across the globe, home automation can connect you to your lighting, heating and cooling, and plumbing systems.

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Trendir Magazine

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Garden Studio in Bussum is a narrow unit that acts as a study, a guest house, and a storage place. These are also easier to fit with more traditional or simply older modern architecture. Modern Outdoor Office Shed With Louvre System. Garden pavilion guest house and office by BLOOT Architecture. Narrow Office Shed.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 6, 2014

Home / Graphics / Architectural Sketching or How to Sketch like Me Architectural Sketching or How to Sketch like Me Bob Borson — April 7, 2014 — 70 Comments Architectural sketching is becoming a thing of the past – at least that’s how it seems to me most days. It’s kinda freaky to be honest.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 1, 2022

Because we are able to replicate many sophisticated shapes, textures and patterns, with inspiration taken from nature, architecture, materials and fashion, tile is one of the most versatile flooring materials.”. The remodel activity was up mid-high single digits according to the Joint Center for Housing Studies through Harvard University.

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Life of an Architect

JANUARY 31, 2016

That’s what architecture students did, they built models. Fast forward 20 years and I look around and think: “What happened to all the architectural models?!?” ” We still build architectural models in my office, but not that many – and far fewer than I would like to see built. But a physical model?

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MARCH 26, 2016

A real estate study revealed that 77 percent of these young homebuyers are looking for a home with “smart” innovations. Most of the gadgets that are hot right now revolve around smart home automation systems ; they allow us to control lights, security, temperature and even blinds with the touch of a button from your smartphone.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2018

Image: John Maniscalco Architecture Open your oven During the holiday season, you’ll probably be doing some baking. Close up for coziness If you have a guest room, study or den that sits relatively unused, why waste your money trying to heat it? After baking, a cracked oven can make your kitchen delightfully warm.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

MARCH 9, 2021

Scientifically proven by research and studies, gardening can greatly improve someone’s mental health because it aids the body at lowering stress levels, and increases the brain’s production of dopamine and serotonin, two hormones heavily related to happiness. This is also the case for landscaping, just on a smaller scale.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 21, 2018

Take the time to set up your organizational systems. Set up your organizational systems. Every home needs a few organizational systems to keep it up and running. As far as what you should organize in a system like the one above, everyone has different needs. Image: Neat Method San Diego.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 8, 2022

In the recent study that included a scientific literature review, interviews with physicians and Journey Mapping of Telemedicine, the team developed modular design solutions that could aid the resolution of various challenges in the current state of Telemedicine. Derek Tasch, health system architect, University of Pennsylvania Health System.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 15, 2019

I recommend checking out your air conditioning system in the spring to ensure it’s working properly before the weather really warms up,” Wade says. The first step is to change the system’s filter. Clogged and dirty filters make air conditioning systems work harder, stay on longer and cost more to run.” Get your yard ready.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Pause Café aims to attract the young creative professionals who work and study in the region. Bamboo and black steel are the two main materials used in the design and can be observed throughout, from the lighting units to the shelving systems, table counters and chairs.

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