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12th Casalgrande Padana Grand Prix award open for entries

Ceramics of Italy

The twelfth Grand Prix award welcomes architecture projects completed between January 2016 and December 2021 that have used Casalgrande Padana porcelain stoneware slabs for floor and/or wall coverings in any area of public or private construction, whether indoors or outdoors, new build or renovation. www.casalgrandepadana.it.

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Modern Bookstore in Colombia Encourages Exploration, Relaxation

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Its nearly 1,300 square feet spreads over two floors, and the environment changes as you move through. The ground floor, dressed in dark-framed glass, contains the bookstore’s entrance, collections and checkout, as well as an array of sweets. Both private reading spots and shared tables are available.

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Modern Home Library Ideas for Bookworms and Butterflies

Trendir Magazine

If you have a really sizeable collection, you’d want a cubby-style floor-to-ceiling bookcase for your library. You may pick a few frequent book cover hues from your collection and coordinate your color accents according to those. It could be a contrasting color of your built-in bookcases or neatly arranged books.

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The Definitive Guide to Layering in Interior Design (What It Means and How to Do It Right)

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Image: Natalie Fuglestveit Interior Design Shop a similar look: Rug | Side Table | Throw | Floor Lamp Successful interior design is all about getting each of the elements in a room to work well together while still standing out and making an individual impact. Layering gives your interior design that professional look.

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Natural Stone: Opportunity knocks as consumers hunker down

Floor Covering News

Industry has had its fair share of hardship this year, and flooring is no exception. The flooring industry in general, and the natural stone category in particular, is starting to reap the benefits of such activities. For example, a limestone floor can transform a simple bathroom into a luxurious, contemporary at-home spa.”.

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28 Stunning Wallpaper Ideas Your Home Needs

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

With your favorite book, this could even be a fun (albeit challenging) DIY for a small bathroom. A patchwork quilt, vintage furnishings, and parquet flooring complete this shabby-chic, cottage style room. This detailed nautical blueprint design by Astek Wall Coverings will have guests taking a closer look.

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Accessories: Selling the total package

Floor Covering News

By Megan Salzano—I t’s no secret that dealers looking to boost their ticket sales would do well to sell the total package for each flooring installation. This includes the primary flooring material as well as the accessory pieces to match. Accessories are the finishing touch that preserve the structural integrity of the floor.”.

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