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. This month, the topic was tile trends from Cersaie, the massive Italian expo I attended in September. Here’s a link to that story.

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JG Kitchens

APRIL 29, 2015

It’s an honor to be included in programs like these, and the opportunity affords me close-up looks at the top products and trends seen at the show. I just finished writing my extensive Trend Report for Kitchen & Bath Design News. Porcelain tile creates affordable terrazzo style (Photo Courtesy: Interceramic).

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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. The good news is, when it comes to tile variation, there are ways to avoid the unexpected. On a scale of one to ten, how much tile variation do you like?

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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. The top 10 tile trends provide a sneak peek of the immersive displays being planned for Coverings 2023 , which will take place here April 18-21, 2023, at the Orange County Convention Center.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 21, 2021

Ceramic tile, which has been faced with ongoing challenges for several years now, was no exception. Continuing its downward trajectory, ceramic tile sales in 2020 experienced a low, single-digit decline in terms of overall dollar sales and similar declines in terms of volume. Ceramic tile sales in 2020 declined roughly 5%.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

The Ceramics of Italy tile competition deadlines been extended. The deadline for the Ceramics of Italy tile competitions been extended until February 27, 2012. Winners in each category will receive a $4,000 cash prize and a five-day trip to Italy to attend Cersaie in the fall. Labels: Italy , tile.

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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. They debuted several intriguing collections at Cersaie, which is about spaces, as well as tiled surfaces.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

Daltile’s Defend tile line features Microban technology to attract consumers looking for healthy, clean floor products. By Megan Salzano Ceramic tile is one of only two truly aspirational product categories available in flooring today—hardwood being the other. Know your tile products and sell them.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

Islamic Star Patterns in Tile Design. Dating back to as early as the 7th century the Islamic Arts have influenced an array of cultures and societies, such as the notable geometric designs in their tile work. These tiles were commonly used as floor and wall applications and to decorate mihrabs , the architectural niches in mosques.

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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. As their products are widely available in the US, I was somewhat familiar with the brand. One of my favorite tiles at the show overall was Villeroy & Boch’s Stateroom series.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

Pavers, Tiles and Fountains: Mediterranean Gardens and Courtyards. It is a warm summer evening in the south of Italy and the garden beckons for company. One could utilize a wall structure with bold tile colors and statuary. Spanish Tile Fountain. Lets Talk Tile. Avente Tile Talk. Avente Tile on Houzz.

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Stagetecture

AUGUST 25, 2014

It’s always exciting to see what the latest trends in interior design and latest products that manufacturers have in store for the upcoming year. This September 22-26 th Cersaie Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings show in Bologna, Italy will showcase some of the top tile and bathroom furnishings in the industry.

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JG Kitchens

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

Every year, the international tile industry gathers in Bologna, Italy for Cersaie, a global trade show for the latest products and trends. Geometrics are hot in carpeting and tile (Photo Courtesy: Architonic). My latest Pinterest Board gives a preview of what’s to come this year.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 20, 2013

Tile Backsplashes: Kitchen and Bathroom Showpieces. Murphy Mosaic Backsplash by Appomattox Tile Art. Stainless Steel Mosaic Tile by Ann Sacks. Happily, along with this desire for something new and different, tile backsplashes have seen an uptick in updated kitchen designs. • Stone tiles with metal insets.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Coverings 2013 Floors Attendees with New Tile, Stone Designs. Coverings 2013 lived up to, and exceeded, all expectations as THE Ultimate Tile + Stone Experience. With that, more than 900 exhibitors from over 50 countries packed the aisles of the Georgia World Congress Center with the latest, most innovative stone and tile products.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 16, 2013

With its eye towards the future, Coverings 2013 has remained steadfast in its quest to provide the best possible experience for the attendees of its annual tile and stone trade fair and expo. Guests will experience cutting-edge technology, sustainable design and diverse architectural solutions from leading Spain tile manufacturers.

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Tile Talk

JULY 9, 2013

The Bellagio Resort: A Mosaic Tile Showcase. Located in the southern part of the famous Las Vegas Strip, the Bellagio Resort Hotel has dominated its surroundings from the time it opened in 1998 with lush landscaping, classic architecture and elements, and a man-made, eight-acre lake reminiscent of Italy’s Lake Como.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Italian Made: Fashionable Tile, Design. The same determination applies to their design sense when it comes to tile. 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.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Step Up to Spanish Tile | September 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. Within our hand-painted Spanish ceramic tile collection, you.ll Posted by William Buyok.

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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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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 10, 2018

Before we jump into examples of slate tiles, let’s look at slate as a natural material. Let’s pull back a few more layers, and talk more about foliation and how it applies to slate tile. Slate tile with a natural cleft or rough texture. When natural slate becomes tile, that cleavage is known as the cleft.

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Kitchens for Living

JANUARY 31, 2015

Day two of the Modenus Blog Tour was opening day for the 51st annual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS). Taking that into account, there were many differences between what I saw here and what I witnessed in Italy at Euro Cucina last year. Technology is also taking the kitchen and bath world by storm.

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Discerning Design

MAY 7, 2012

Its THE tile and stone show and features a whos who of heavyweights in the tile and stone industry. Recently I had the pleasure of attending Coverings: The Ultimate Tile + Stone Experience for the first time. Recently I had the pleasure of attending Coverings: The Ultimate Tile + Stone Experience for the first time.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

JUNE 23, 2014

Can different types of kitchen tiles have different hygienic qualities? Kitchen tiles come in a wide range of assorted colors and designs. They even vary a great deal in their sizes, ranging from exceptionally small mosaic tiles to larger ceramic tiles that measure one square foot each. Posted by Paul Anater. at 9:09 PM.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 14, 2012

Creating a Bohemian bath. Asian lines on the bathroom tiles, ornately carved wood bathroom art pieces, perhaps turquoise and red shower curtains, and unique shower mats, and a vibrantly designed bathtub can be some most exquisite examples of those elements that you can afford into your bathroom. bath design. bath fixtures. (67).

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 4, 2018

This is the time of year when tile manufacturers start to inform Tile Addict of their plans for Cersaie 2018. And early indications are that the new market opportunities offered by XXL format tiles – 3,200 by 1,600mm and up – are very much on the manufacturers’ minds.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 4, 2018

I am continuing today in a similar vein, and I am very grateful to Curt Rapp from The Tile Doctor (the exclusive supplier of Starlike in the USA) for reminding me about the amazing transformational effect of Litokol’s Starlike collection. This product is not available in the USA.). Applying Litokol Starlike.

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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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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JUNE 13, 2012

Tile design is not a stepchild to the interior design business.”. based Floor & Décor, making a home come alive means using tile in ways that are as distinctive as they are dramatic. For the past 20 years, she has incorporated tile in groundbreaking home designs for some of the most demanding and discerning clients in New Jersey.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 19, 2011

Cotto dEste rethinks what tile can do. bath design. bath fixtures. (67). Avente Tile Talk. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Tile Style. Cotto d'Este rethinks what tile can do. Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. Social Media Training. 19 December 2011. at 6:00 AM.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

FEBRUARY 17, 2012

They have an artisans eye for the products they manufacture, theyll sell directly and they do custom work from their Scottsdale, Georgia location. bath design. bath fixtures. (67). Avente Tile Talk. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Tile Style. The Ceramics of Italy tile competition deadline's.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 13, 2011

Coverings is a must-see show and conference for the tile and stone worlds and Coverings 2012 is coming to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando from April 17 through April 20. Labels: bath design , bath fixtures , countertop , design , flooring , kitchen design , mosaic , tile. bath design. Tile Style.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

JANUARY 25, 2014

bath design. bath fixtures. (67). Avente Tile Talk. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Tile Style. Tiles of Spain. Homepath Products. kitchen design. interior design. amusements. smart stuff. appliances. countertop. (84). sustainability. (79). foolishness. (78). furniture. (56). lighting. (53). cabinetry. (49).

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

Tile of Spain is running a contest theyre calling Passport to Creativity. Four credentialed designers and or architects will be selected to accompany the Tile of Spain team from the US and Spain as well as six journalists on a week-long immersion in all things Spain. bath design. bath fixtures. (67). 08 November 2012.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

Another bath fixture series I last saw as a prototype is the Charlotte from Brizo. I think the RSVP is drop dead gorgeous, but the RSVP dictates the room its surrounded by and thats fine if you have a home built during the 1930s, but there has to be a way to bring some of that glamour into a bath thats not in a vintage home.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

JULY 13, 2012

Say what you will about Adler, but I give him all kinds of credit for bringing vibrant color to six, select kitchen and bath sinks from Kohlers existing collections. The sinks available in these colors are Tides , Canvas , DemiLav Wading Pool for the bath and Whitehaven , Riverby and Iron/ Tones for the kitchen. bath design.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 4, 2013

bath design. bath fixtures. (67). Avente Tile Talk. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Tile Style. Tiles of Spain. Homepath Products. kitchen design. interior design. amusements. smart stuff. appliances. countertop. (84). sustainability. (79). foolishness. (78). furniture. (56). lighting. (53). cabinetry. (49).

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