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The Thornwood Mosaics

Diary of a Tile Addict

Branching off from an artwork titled Empty 1 , South African-born artist Wilma van der Meyden ‘s series of twelve mosaic bowls represent a manifold reaction to vacant and unsalvageable buildings and a divided ‘broken’ world, with the bowl motif deeply inspired by the global grassroots Empty Bowls project.

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You’ve not seen mosaics like this

Diary of a Tile Addict

Elevating the mastery of mosaics to utterly bewildering heights is an artist whose skill and vision is unmatched, with talents honed by “straddling the worlds of fine art and contemporary craft”, and tiletastic displays one has to see to believe. Today we’re talking Susan Day. So far no tiles have been lost!

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Making Mosaic Tile Patterns that Do the Most

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Interior designers are raving over mosaic tile patterns. Stamping shape and color across walls and floors constructs tremendous inspiration for room design. Moroccan style designs with the Alhambra 50 A tiles add a lovely, bright, and floral look to any space. Create Your Own Mosaic Pattern. Go Moroccan Style.

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Kitchens for Living

As you know, I’ll be heading off on Sunday to immerse myself in all the magic of KBIS2015, courtesy of super design site Modenus. This is a HUGE show for our industry and you can be sure I’ll be partying taking careful notes and lots of pics to share with my blog peeps! P7350 design by Porsche Design Studio by Poggenpohl.

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Avente Tile Talk: The Bellagio Resort: A Mosaic Tile Showcase

Tile Talk

The Bellagio Resort: A Mosaic Tile Showcase. As beautiful and stately as the individual glass blossoms are, one’s eyes are then diverted to the intricate mosaic and stone tile work on the floors, walls, staircases and even ceilings – all thanks to the talented artisans of Italian mosaic manufacturer – Sicis.

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Avente Tile Talk: Tile Mosaics at the Cologne Cathedral

Tile Talk

Tile Mosaics at the Cologne Cathedral. Now while there I also had the opportunity to view some amazing mosaic work that if you didnt look closely could assume was a painting or even a rug. These mosaics are incredibly complicated and detailed with thousands of pieces that comprise each one. Mosaics from the Cologne Cathedral.

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Take Advantage of Hexagon Cement Tiles in Your Own Design

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Hexagon cement tile has taken over the design scene with its rising popularity. Their use evolved from basic black and white to mosaics with various styles, textures, and colors. Designer: SuzAnn Ketzien , Photographer: Two Birds Photography. Learn how to take advantage of hexagon cement tiles for your next project.

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