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Week of September 14th, 2020 – Latin American Design Influences

Architectural Ceramics

However, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of warmth and hospitality brought on by warm colors and homey furniture seen inside many Latin American or Hispanic homes. The bright contrasting colors somehow create a sense of unity and invite you inside with open arms. Influential Latin American Designers.

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Cinco de Mayo: 5 Ways to Use Mexican-Inspired Tile

Architectural Ceramics

You can’t think of Mexican tile without picturing colorful, hand-painted designs. Deep, rich colors are then painted over the white. Authentic Talavera pottery and tile reign from Puebla, Mexico. To achieve a traditional Mexican look, consider using boldly colored tile in a large or small scale. Terra-cotta Tile.

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What to Get an Architect for Christmas [2018]

Life of an Architect

Shockingly, you can get them in other colors than white and black … but that’s a pretty bold move. Originally designed by Alvar Aalto and his wife Aino for the Savoy Restaurant in Helsinki, the design has been manufactured in Finland since 1936 and is an international icon.

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