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Going Above & Beyond: Backsplash Tile That Wows

Architectural Ceramics

We all spend a lot of time in the kitchen cooking in front of our backsplash. Here are a few beautiful examples of how opting for a material other than a 3″x6″ white subway tile can take your backsplash from a sweet and simple ceramic to something a bit more savory and show-stopping. Tozen 1×4 glass mosaic.

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Cool Kitchen Backsplashes to Whet Your Appetite

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

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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A Look Back at Vintage Mosaics

The Perfect Bath

I recently stayed the the newly opened Chicago Athletic Association Hotel in Chicago (a Roman and Williams design). Upon walking in the door, I was completely mesmerized by the original mosaics on the floor. Where should you install mosaics? They were breathtaking; great colors, bold patterns, exquisite execution.

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Surge: AC’s Glass-Inspired Ceramic

Architectural Ceramics

The backsplash turns up the wow-factor by taking the tile up the wall from floor to ceiling. Tatami: Our Tatami Collection features marble mosaics with soft color and texture. One of those mosaic options, mixes in Ming Green marble. If it’s the Chicago River, it’s green for St. Patrick’s Day.

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Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: Using Mirrors as a Design Element

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

The mirror – with beveled sides – has a glass mosaic iridescent tile surround with diamond glass grout. Mirrored Closet Doors A walk-in closet in Chicago, IL. However, the mirror, wood floors and cabinets in this minimalist bathroom provide contrast to the otherwise all-white areas. Mirror as Unifier A Boston powder room.

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Avente Tile Talk: Cement Tiles Trend Toward Bold Patterns & Colors

Tile Talk

Neiba Cement Tile illustrates how a clean pattern in "basic black and white" creates a floor with a focal point in an easy-to-use and flexible palette. Geo 9 in Indian Red and White will be used in the entry for a new bar opening in Chicago this fall. cement tile floors , tile trends. backsplash designs. floor tile.

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Chicago Apartments: The Ultimate Renters Guide

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Chicago is the epicenter of the Midwest. We spent more than 40 hours conducting research on Chicago real estate and looked at more than 130 apartment buildings in the city, categorizing them by location and comparing them with a set list of variables. We hope you enjoy this Chicago apartment guide and the many neighborhoods we feature.

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