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Week of June 22nd, 2020 – Lake Houses & Nautical Vibes

Architectural Ceramics

Resting in between a lush forest and a tranquil lake, this Finland lake house displays three separate buildings as one contemporary home. Combining contemporary elements with a sleek and modern finishes, this luxury home located in Switzerland is sure to get you in touch with your inner Bond Villain.

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NeoCon Preview: Intros target contract market

Floor Covering News

This invites designers to carry a look from interior spaces to outdoor areas with no compromising performance. The trend for wet rooms and ensuite bathrooms is driving demand for floor and wall products that imitate ceramics. The collection’s concise field tile sizes are 12 x 24 and 24 x 24 supplemented by a 2 x 2 mosaic.

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What to Get an Architect for Christmas [2018]

Life of an Architect

Bocce Ball Set [13:32 – minute mark] Andrew Gift Fun outdoor time away from the office is always a good thing. 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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