Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2018

The basic function of kitchen backsplashes is to prevent water, food and other types of liquids and solids from damaging the wall behind your kitchen counters. However, backsplashes can be both functional and stylish. A photo of the city’s skyline is the inspiration for this spectacular kitchen backsplash in Melbourne.

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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. Let’s learn a bit about how ceramic tile is classified. The principles used to create ceramic tile are basic.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 26, 2024

Atlanta—Coverings, North America’s preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry, has named the winners of its 2024 Best Booth Awards. The winning exhibit displays exemplify the spirit of ingenuity Coverings represents, transforming ordinary spaces into spectacular showcases of design and craftsmanship.”

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 11, 2017

They are truly one of the best materials to serve as a decorative feature or accent for a special place in your home, or to jazz up a plain area. Durable and artisan made, cement tiles are your one stop shop for the floors, walls, backsplashes, and accents in your space. Decorative Tiles for Added Texture and Color.

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Tile Talk

JULY 22, 2014

Since launching our new line of Porcelain Pool Tile earlier this month, we''ve been getting a lot of questions about what makes porcelain tile better than ceramic tile. More commonly, the question is simply, "What is the difference between porcelain and ceramic tile?" Porcelain tile is a type of ceramic tile and nothing more.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 3, 2013

Portuguese Ceramic Tile Artistry. Panel of Portuguese ceramic tiles by Jorge Colaço (1922), representing Henry the Navigator at the Sagres Promonory. Now, you too can bring the look and feel of Portugal into your home by using our Portuguese Ceramic Tiles in your next project. Portuguese Oporto 6" x 6" Hand Painted Ceramic Tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

Polished Cement Tile Benefits a Kitchen Backsplash. Last week, I received a wonderful email from Interior Designer Eugenia Triandos in Montreal, Canada. Design by Eugenia Triandos of Triandos Creations. I have to compliment you on this beautiful kitchen design. A recent kitchen remodel in Quebec used Cuban Cement tiles.

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Granada Tile

JULY 9, 2015

The quartet of designers that comprise Commune Desig n have been making waves in the Los Angeles area (and beyond!) This project in the July / August 2015 issue of Elle Decor spotlights the versatility of Granada Tile’s Sofia cement tile from the Echo Collection in a custom black, white and coral colorway.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Granada Tile has traveled across the globe to Morocco to find inspiration for our very own Moroccan cement tile designs. According to Islamic tradition, the rules of design did not allow for the portrayal of living things, and so geometric patterns rose in popularity to add color and embellishment to architecture.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 10, 2013

Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and Preservation Through the Ages. Ceramic tile façade in Portugal. Aside from all these wonderful things are the ceramic tiles of the country. These tiles come in a staggering array of shades (mostly of blue) and designs. Tuesday, December 10, 2013. Image by Viktor Keech.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

Tile Patterns: Playing with Pinwheel Designs. The pinwheel pattern is a popular and versatile tile layout that adds great visual interest by integrating solid color with decorative tiles into a timeless design. Brightly colored glazed tiles can be randomly added to add interest to the design. backsplash designs.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 6, 2023

The Allison Eden Studios Flooring Collection, developed in conjunction with Graphic Image Flooring, debuts in 30 luxury vinyl SKUs based on the artist’s signature mosaic designs. In New York ‘s free-spirited but revered arts/fashion/design community, the name Allison Eden is synonymous with mosaic glass artistry. Brooklyn, N.Y.—In

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Innovation, possibilities and technology in ceramic tile. This past week I attended an event in Boston that was hosted by Tile of Spain which showed the advances that have been made in ceramic tile. Now just by looking at the photo above, can you tell if this is ceramic tile or real wood? Tuesday, October 23, 2012. Thats value!

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Granada Tile

JULY 15, 2020

Unlike vinyl or ceramic tiles, cement tiles present a timeless, sturdy, and low-maintenance solution to your project. Cement vs. Vinyl and Ceramic: How They’re Handcrafted. Most ceramic tiles are designed using dyes and paint to color and pattern them. Ceramic tiles also break and crack easily.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 6, 2013

Fresh-Picked Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles. Fresh-Picked Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles. You can keep the memories and feelings of summer alive throughout the year with our ceramic Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles and Fruit, Floral and Vegetable Garden Murals. Tuesday, August 6, 2013. Summer Harvest Mural 8" x 23". at 6:00 AM.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

MARCH 28, 2021

If you’re drawn to the elements of a traditional kitchen —things like classic styling, neutral colors, and natural materials—this is the design style you should use in your home. The trick is to narrow down your options into a cohesive design that matches your tastes and lifestyle. Get even more ideas from our gallery.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 15, 2017

While hardly a modern material, encaustic tiles are very popular in the home decorating and interior design world. The firing process heats the clay and powdered colors to seal in the design and create a hard surface. The Difference Between Cement and Ceramic Tiles. Are Cement Tiles Truly Encaustic?

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Tile Talk

JUNE 4, 2013

The Buyers Guide to Ceramic Tiles. Ceramic tiles are materials that can add glamor and value to any part of your home. If you are considering this flooring option, this article provides valuable tips and important considerations on ceramic tiles. The Buyers Guide to Ceramic Tiles 1. The Buyers Guide to Ceramic Tiles 1.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. October 16 th marks “World Food Day” and what better way to celebrate than by diving into a Top 5 Design list all about kitchen designs and trends from past to present. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and this statement rings truer than ever when it comes to kitchen design.

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Granada Tile

JUNE 22, 2019

Decorative tiles have been used for generations for flooring, accent pieces, and entryways due to their long-lasting lifespan and stunning array of colors and patterns. Contrary to common ceramic tiles, handmade cement tiles offer the ability to customize any aspect of the design to suit your style. Photo by Gillian Design.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 13, 2013

Carters Hand-Painted Ceramic Tiles, Murals and Façades - Disappearing History. According to The Virtual Museum of Poole Pottery, breweries adopted the practice of ceramic tile fa ç ades in the early 1900s. Scenes from fairy tales, and nursery rhymes decorated the walls of childrens hospitals and schools. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2012

Ceramic Tiles Creative Nature. And now, onto the topic of ceramic tile and nature! Ceramic tile has been a part of building history for centuries. According to the American Ceramic Society, the first discovered instance of ceramic figurines used for ceremonial purposes occurred in 24,000 B.C. 29 through Nov.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Italian Made: Fashionable Tile, Design. The Italians are famous for their design sense. From the clothing and accessories they design to their timeless architecture and art work, and of course their legendary sports cars. The same determination applies to their design sense when it comes to tile. Tuesday, June 18, 2013.

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The Perfect Bath

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Our overwhelming enthusiasm for stone should not eclipse ceramic tile as a fabulous material for backsplashes, fireplaces, kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms and mudrooms. Nearly every culture with the technology, no matter how primitive, and resources has produced ceramic tile. It seems as if we are in a stone moment.

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Granada Tile

MAY 30, 2019

In a world of IKEA furniture and DIY projects, architects and designers need to be creative when adding unique elements to a home. Incorporating handmade encaustic cement tiles is an excellent starting point, but everyone has seen a backsplash, and it may be lacking the ‘wow factor’ a client is looking for. Tile ‘Rugs’. Lined Shower.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Each installation pays homage to a specific architectural style: a portico found in a Mission style home, an extremely decorated façade of a Spanish Renaissance commercial location, or a fountain typical of Spanish Colonial architecture found in a duplex courtyard.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

2012s Top 12 Cement & Ceramic Tiles. Cuban Heritage Design 230 3A - 8" x 8" Cement Tile. Cuban Heritage Design 140 1A - 8" x 8" Cement Tile. Portuguese Ruan - 6" x 6" Ceramic Tile. For these reasons, I expect cement tiles to remain popular among homeowners, designers, and architects. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Tile Fireplace Design Tips. Today I will share three tips that can help you achieve the best design for your tiled fireplace. Design Rule #1 for Tiled Fireplaces: What’s your style? Just because you love a tile doesnt mean it will work with the design and flow of your home. Tuesday, February 25, 2014.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 22, 2024

“The desire to thrive is in all of us,” said Shelly Halbert, director of product design for Dal-Tile, parent company of Marazzi. “A A key building block of feeling inspired is to surround ourselves with the colors, styles and designs that encourage our personalities and dreams. Glazed ceramic wall tile. Available nationwide.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

MARCH 29, 2017

Ceramic tile is an excellent choice for many reasons. Ceramic tile costs less per year than other floor finishes over the life of a building, and ceramic tile adds value to any building. Another advantage to choosing ceramic tile is that extremely beneficial for air quality. Next, ceramic tile is easy to clean.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 26, 2013

Leaf Imprint Tiles and the Right Design Create Tranquility. Tom Auer, owner of landscape design and construction firm, The Ground Crafter , contacted me the first of the year about using some of our Leaf Imprint tiles for an upcoming trade show exhibit they would be attending. Leaf Imprint Tile Backsplash from a Reader.

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Ceramics of Italy

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The exhibition concept of Marazzi showroom sees ceramic and porcelain stoneware products displayed as a contemporary labyrinth. A sequence of various settings, characterized by a mix and match of different materials showing the infinite potential of ceramic and porcelain tiles for any kind of project. www.marazzi.it

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 4, 2017

You can’t think of Mexican tile without picturing colorful, hand-painted designs. Today, homeowners and designers are crushing over Terra-cotta’s usage as a popular flooring material. Decorative Details. Here, Terra-cotta tile makes up most of the design, but the corners are clipped to insert colorful accents of Talavera tile.

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Garden State Tile Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

With its unsurpassed functional and sustainable properties, ceramic and porcelain tile make a great addition to any project whether it be to walls, floors, showers, or even outdoor spaces. A key feature that was once overlooked due to its focus on functionality is using tile as the aesthetic cornerstone of interior designs.

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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. A kitchen design featuring AC’s Ambra Collection. Boutique Chic.

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Kitchens for Living

OCTOBER 13, 2014

Tile of Spain, a collective of 90 Spanish ceramic wall and floor tile manufacturers, recently showcased new collections and innovations at the Cersaie 2014 show. Held last month in Bologne, Italy, Cersaie is THE yearly international exhibition of ceramic tile. The grey and white are also neutral and easy to design around.

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Tile Talk

MAY 21, 2013

Spanish Tile Design, Innovation Inspires Coverings 2013 Attendees. Ceramic tile use throughout Spain is prolific. The Tile of Spain international brand represents 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER). Tuesday, May 21, 2013. www.apavisa.com.

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