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Going Above & Beyond: Backsplash Tile That Wows

Architectural Ceramics

We all know a lot of effort goes into making a meal that typically features turkey. For those of you nonconformists roasting a large chicken instead of a turkey this year, this blog is for you. Whether it’s used as a bathroom floor or kitchen backsplash, the cement tile trend isn’t going away any time soon.

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Avente Tile Talk: Islamic Star Patterns in Tile Design

Tile Talk

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. Examples of this work still exist in Spain, Italy, Morocco, India, and Turkey. It is the mosaics of the 15th century C.E.

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Avente Tile Talk: Turkish Tile: Artistry Through the Ages

Tile Talk

Aladdin Palace, Konya, Turkey. Karatay Madrasah Museum, Konya, Turkey. Karatay Madrasah Museum, Konya, Turkey. Artisans employed in the studios of the Ottoman court were sent to Iznik so their designs could be interpreted upon the ceramic wares and tiles that would adorn the palaces. Image via www.turkishculture.org.

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Architectural Ceramic Looks Back at the Best of 2015

Architectural Ceramics

Lines Carrera Glass Mosaic (Glass). ACI’s President & VP Take a Trip to Turkey for Tile. HGTV Showcases ACI’s Cement Tile in Sagatov Design-Build Backsplash. Architectural Ceramics Top 5 Products of 2015: 12×24 Onsquare Lavagna (Porcelain). 3×6 Basics Snow White (Ceramic). Happy New Year!

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Avente Tile Talk: Persian Tile: A Form of Art and Religious Expression

Tile Talk

Using an intricate method of manufacturing, design and the type of materials used in the four methods mentioned above, the methods have evolved as a result of natural factors, economical and political effects.” Moraq tiles (mosaic style) panels created with this technique were made to withstand the elements of time.

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Avente Tile Talk: Ceramic Tile's Creative Nature

Tile Talk

From Iznik, Turkey. Thanks to the multitude of technological advancements available, such as ink-jet technology, ultra-thin slabs, nature-mimicking designs and patterns, ceramic tile has become a chameleon of the building and decorating industries with its inherit ability to adapt. Mosaic glass tile from Italian manufacturer Mosaico+.

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Decorator On Demand: Happy Thanksgiving!

Decorator on Demand

My mom always slow-cooks the turkey over night. You thaw and clean the turkey. We did 19 hours for a 20lb turkey. I am Marie Cole, an interior designer who launched an online decorating service for people who are do it yourselfers and need some design help. Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs, Inc. Newer Post.