JG Kitchens

APRIL 15, 2020

DESIGNATE A QUIET SPACE FOR YOURSELF, INDOORS OR OUT, TO HELP DE-STRESS PANARIA CERAMICA/CERAMICS OF ITALY MEMBER COMPANY // WELLNESS BY DESIGN // SIMON & SCHUSTER/TILLER PRESS I’ve also created this 18-tip FREE download to enhance your living space. You can click above or here to read it.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

By Megan Salzano Ceramic tile is one of only two truly aspirational product categories available in flooring today—hardwood being the other. Various data also suggest that consumers are much more willing to spend their hard-earned cash on areas of the home where tile is indispensable, such as kitchens and baths.

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JG Kitchens

OCTOBER 25, 2016

As I mentioned last week in my Cersaie Impressions – Scavolini post , I used some of my time in Bologna to explore booths we didn’t visit with the Ceramics of Italy press tour. In addition to showing almost endless acres of tile, Cersaie also offers a large selection of ceramic sinks, tubs, toilets and other bathware.

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JG Kitchens

MAY 14, 2014

There was even a handsome new teak option from Ceramics of Italy member Cerdisa. Glossy wood-look tile from Italy (Photo Courtesy: Sant’Agostino). There are wide planks, parquets and herringbones. Style trend #2 – newer looks. Oxidized stones came on strong this year. I love the mellow industrial appeal of this style.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Alena Capra, owner of Alena Capra Designs, certified master kitchen and bath designer and Coverings spokesperson, collaborated with the tile associations to forecast the 2024 tile trends. While we see ample textile designs translated into ceramic renditions, there is one standout repeated by many this year, “stick mosaics.”

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Each tile trend was gathered and forecasted by the three leading international tile associations and sponsors of Coverings: Ceramics of Italy/Confindustria Ceramica; Ceramic Tile Manufacturers Association of Spain (ASCER)/Tile of Spain; and Tile Council of North America (TCNA). 23, from 11 a.m. Crisp & Clean.

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JG Kitchens

APRIL 29, 2015

I just finished writing my extensive Trend Report for Kitchen & Bath Design News. Worn edges and burnt finishes add authenticity to wood-look tiles (Photo Courtesy: Ceramics of Italy/Sant’Agostino). Fabric texture and pattern at its most interesting (Photo Courtesy: Ceramics of Italy/Sant’Agostino).

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JG Kitchens

DECEMBER 6, 2016

As you probably already know, I write the monthly Trend Spotting section for Kitchen & Bath Design News , a trade magazine for designers, manufacturers, retailers and other industry pros. Photo Credit: Ceramica Sant’Agostino/Ceramics of Italy member company ). Here’s a link to that story.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 13, 2017

The same could be said when considering a handmade ceramic or natural stone, because the variation in the tile’s glaze or veining may surprise you. Architectural Ceramics is here to help you know what type of range, be it subtle or extreme, to expect from ceramic, porcelain and stone; and to know how best to prepare for it.

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JG Kitchens

OCTOBER 18, 2016

I was very fortunate to be included in the Ceramics of Italy -sponsored press delegation to Cersaie last month. This was my second time touring the Bologna, Italy-based mega-show and it did not disappoint. Ki Kitchen and Bath . I really liked the kitchen with its “hidden” storage and fixture layout.

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Tile of Spain USA

SEPTEMBER 13, 2012

Here’s a preview of a few more Tile of Spain manufacturers that will be exhibiting at CERSAIE September 25 th to 29 th in Bologna, Italy. Peronda invites you to dive into a sea of sensations with ceramics inspired by both fashion and art. If attending the show, be sure to stop by and visit them in person.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

—Coverings, North America’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference, has announced the top 10 ceramic tile trends for 2023. 23, 2023, celebrating the durability, versatility, sustainability, and beauty of ceramic tile. The release of the tile trends also commemorates National Tile Day, which is Feb.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 10, 2015

(Those are the folks who took me to Cersaie on the Ceramics of Italy press tour in 2013.). Bath design bath remodeling bathroom design kitchen design kitchen remodeling San DIego Kitchen and Bath Design San Diego Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Tampa Kitchen and Bath Design'

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JG Kitchens

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

One of the booths I enjoyed visiting in my last (free) day at Cersaie , Italy’s annual bathware and tile show, was Villeroy & Boch. Founded in 1748 in Germany as a ceramics company, they might be best known here as a tableware manufacturer. They’re much more, and their booth showed that well.

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The Perfect Bath

JANUARY 8, 2014

It has been several years since I attended the Cersaie Ceramic Trade Fair in Bologna, Italy held each September. Most are related to personalizing your bath with some treasured possessions. Uncategorized Bologna Ceramic Tile Cersaie Ceramic Trade Fair Inspiration Italy patchwork Patricia Urquoiola patterns'

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JG Kitchens

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

Keeping winter at bay with a hot bath (Photo Courtesy: Ceramics of Italy).' While I live in sunny San Diego, which has 70 degree temps most of the year, I travel regularly and have friends, family, readers and clients across this great land of ours. This Pinterest Board is for you!

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JG Kitchens

MAY 27, 2020

PANARIA CERAMICA/CERAMICS OF ITALY MEMBER COMPANY // WELLNESS BY DESIGN – TILLER PRESS) Memorial Day is not a typical subject for design writers, but it’s an important holiday to me and millions of other Americans. Porcelain is a low maintenance, highly-functional material for countertops, floor, wall and cabinet fronts.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

.— Coverings 2021 has announced tile trends forecasted by three leading international tile associations and sponsors of Coverings—Ceramics of Italy; Tile of Spain; and the Tile Council of North America (TCNA)—in commemoration of National Tile Day, Feb. XXL: Extra-large ceramic tiles are increasing in popularity this year.

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JG Kitchens

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

Many of the most exciting and innovative styles in tile come from Spain and Italy. Next week, we’ll look at 2016 tiles and trends from Ceramics of Italy. Minimalist and retro styles continue to be two of the biggest trends for next year, along with ceramic tiles inspired by wood tones. Here’s a closer look.

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JG Kitchens

APRIL 20, 2016

Photo Courtesy: Ceramics of Italy ). I didn’t get to go this year, but thanks to modern technology, I can still share fabulous photos and top trends from the event I’ve enjoyed attending numerous times before. Here’s my latest Pinterest Board with the best of Coverings 2016. Wood-look tiles are still a strong trend.

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JG Kitchens

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

As I noted last week, many of the most exciting and innovative styles in tile come from Spain and Italy. This week, we’re looking at 2016 tiles and trends from Ceramics of Italy, as this major trade organization of Italian tile brands showed off at the big Cersaie expo in Bologna. Cersaie is their big show! (I

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JG Kitchens

JULY 19, 2017

Photo Courtesy: Ceramics of Italy member company Florim ). Here are some trends with smarts and staying power. Which one will best fit your home? Porcelain slab wall panels add low-maintenance style to your bathroom.

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JG Kitchens

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

Wood-look tiles go from indoors to out with ease (Photo Courtesy: ABK, a Ceramics of Italy member company). This one on morning kitchens will help you recover from holiday entertaining! Here are the latest flooring trends for your home.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 22, 2021

—Confindustria Ceramica (the Italian Association of Ceramics) and the Italian Trade Agency selected the winners of the 2021 Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition here on Wednesday, July 7 at Coverings 2021 during the Ceramics of Italy press conference. Institutional. Firm: Gow Hastings Architects.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 16, 2013

Heres just a sampling of what I have on my not-to-be-missed agenda for this year’s event: Tile of Spain Pavilion: More than 40 ceramic and stone manufacturers from Spain will showcase some of their most advanced ceramic tile technology and breathtaking design choices. ceramic tile. Ribadeo from Vives Ceramica. at 6:00 AM.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

“National Tile Day is an incredible way to spotlight a timeless element of architecture and design that connects members of the tile community and its supporting industries,” said Alena Capra, certified master kitchen & bath designer and Coverings industry ambassador.

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Discerning Design

MAY 7, 2012

This international show has a distinctive European influence brought in by two of the shows major sponsors Tile of Spain and Tile of Italy. Labels: ADEXusa , Artistic Tile , Avente Tile , Bedrosians , Ceramics of Italy , Cerdomus , Coverings , Giovanni Barbieri , Lamosa , New Ravenna , tile , Tile of Spain , trade shows , Vitra.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Project Pick: Hand-Painted Spanish Ceramic Tile Risers Aventes Spanish Tiles are beautifully hand-painted in a variety of colors and patterns on ceramic bisque using time-honored techniques. The Majolica technique utilizes an opaque white tin-based glaze that is ideal for vibrant, colorful patterns and designs for ceramics.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

“National Tile Day is an opportunity to reflect on the true impact and advancements of tile – while giving designers a chance to showcase their favorite projects,” said Alena Capra, Certified Master Kitchen & Bath Designer and Coverings Industry Ambassador. “We LATICRETE International Inc.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 2, 2012

With the close of the 30th edition of Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramics for Architecture and Bathroom Furnishings held annually in Bologna, Italy, once again proved itself as the launching pad for newly developed ceramic, porcelain, glass and mosaic tile products that will soon hit showrooms and the marketplace.

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The Perfect Bath

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

I was inspired to start a series on bath accessories after visiting an apartment that Thomas O’Brien designed. He is a master at re-purposing objects, and the apartment had many beautiful things that might have been found in a library — great shagreen boxes, framed family pictures, and silver or ceramic cups.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 13, 2023

Coverings’ three primary pavilions and sponsors of the show, Ceramics of Italy, Tile Council of North America (TCNA) and Tile of Spain, will feature a robust showcase of the newest and most innovative tile, stone and installation products. Glass Mosaic has been added to VIDREPUR’s Nature Collection.

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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. Flaviker will be pushing back the frontiers of porcelain at Cersaie 2018, with new 12mm thick panels and its new Bath Design project.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

It is a warm summer evening in the south of Italy and the garden beckons for company. Labels: ceramic tile design , fountain tile , garden design , Mediterranean garden , mosaic tile , paver tiles , pool tile , rustic cement tile pavers , Spanish tile. ceramic tile. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Tuesday, June 24, 2014.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

From Venetian glass mosaic tiles, to ceramic tile that closely resembles heavy brocade patterns, to the crispness of summery linens, it seems the Italians have perfected the art of mimicry. Ceramic tile is inherently hygienic. There is no limit to their imagination. Matching is Overrated. Antibacterial & Self-Cleaning.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 16, 2018

’s many new products combining the benefits of ceramic surfaces with the requirements of contemporary design. ABK also used the Wide range as the starting point to develop its Bath Design collection, which was unveiled at this year?’s Example of ABK’s Bath Design collection. Edge mix from Play range by ABK.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Coverings is sponsored by several associations, including Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA), Tile of Spain/Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers Association (ASCER), Ceramics of Italy/Confindustria Ceramica, National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) and The Tile Council of North America (TCNA). ceramic tile.

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