Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 4, 2019

We love Paragon Hex for all the same reasons we love this peppy German song – it’s a little fun, a little funky, and something we can rock out to in the kitchen! Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always happy to help advise on tile design. Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile showrooms for a free tile design consultation.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 26, 2017

If you’re putting your house on the market, check out what local DC metro area real estate and home staging professionals have to say about getting ready to sell. Interior design trends change over time, just like any other industry like fashion. Photo Credit: Katarina Price Photography for MK Staging & Design, LLC.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. This week’s top 5 design posts are centered around the comeback of ‘70s design in the 21 st century. Take a trip down memory lane with our top 5 design posts of the week, featuring some truly groovy design trends. The ’70s Design Trends That Got Their Grooves Back , HGTV.

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JANUARY 18, 2021

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Dive into this week’s top 5 designs and let us know your favorite in the comments below! 2020’s official ASPIRE Home located in Mclean was designed by more than two dozen designers alike, which might be one of the reason’s it was chosen as the Aspire Home! Aspire Show House.

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JUNE 30, 2017

AC’s Naturals Collection, made of fused glass, has several features that make it a favorite among homeowners and DC-metro area designers alike: various glass field tile and trim sizes, ranging from 3×6 to 6×24. Designer Spaces. Photo: Case Design, featuring AC’s Brocade Oval. an in-stock item*.

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JULY 28, 2017

Watch any interior design show on HGTV or DIY Network, and an open concept layout is in. We know what’s hot when it comes to your main floor’s kitchen and entertaining spaces, but what about a space that is a bit more private: your bathroom. Photo: Master bath designed by Chase Builders, photo via AC on Houzz.

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JUNE 21, 2019

For local firm, Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath of Bethesda, Maryland, when designing her client’s open-concept kitchen, our Ambra Collection in the color Gris was a natural choice. A kitchen design featuring AC’s Ambra Collection. A kitchen design featuring AC’s Ambra Collection.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

MARCH 19, 2014

As one of the most important parts of the home, the kitchen should be efficient and safe. And with the right design, achieving this is easy. A well-thought out kitchen design can seamlessly complement the lifestyle of older adults and seniors and make everyday living easy. Custom Kitchen Design Ideas for Older Adults.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

This colorway features a range of earth tones adaptable to a range of design schemes. From a dime-sized circle to that of a Sacagawea golden dollar coin, these varying circles in Calacatta Gold marble show off the range typical of this stone’s cream, beige and grey well. The list here just scratches the surface.

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JULY 13, 2018

AC’s Adele Collection used as a kitchen floor, in the color Soul. The Ivory tile, for example, blends well with the toilet and the floating white vanity’s marble countertop. AC’s Atomic Collection used as a kitchen backsplash, in the color Carbon. We know a female vocalist who can do the same. Related Links.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

DECEMBER 20, 2011

Though often overlooked by homeowners in the kitchen design process, a backsplash can truly enhance your kitchen and add beautiful, creative touches. The right kitchen backsplash can enliven your cabinets and countertops and give the room personality. Does your dream kitchen include a beautiful backsplash design?

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DECEMBER 16, 2017

Whatever the case may be, when it comes to small design details, don’t forget about tile trim. Base molding: Just like wood molding is used at the bottom of a wall where it meets the floor, base molding can be made out of ceramic, marble or porcelain, and functions the same way.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

JUNE 23, 2014

Are you planning on using tiles in your new kitchen design? But there are so many different types of tiles—which ones are the best for use in the kitchen? Best Kitchen Tiles. In reality, there is no “best” kitchen tile. In reality, there is no “best” kitchen tile. Custom Kitchen Design in MD, DC & VA.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

Even after using two of the more subtle colors from the collection, Sand and Grey, this kitchen is still amped up from boring to bold. It’s refreshing to see color in a space that could otherwise have been a monochromatic white-on-white design. Tatami: Our Tatami Collection features marble mosaics with soft color and texture.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

MAY 21, 2015

Just like the living room, your kitchen needs updating from time to time to keep up with the “now.” Are you short of ideas on how to remodel your kitchen and maintain that high-end luxurious feeling? Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens is ready to give your kitchen a superb makeover, with the help of our award-winning kitchen designers.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. October 25 th marks National Art Day, an occasion to share some appreciation for the unsung heroes of design inspiration. Other notable displays include an 18 th -century grisaille painting hanging over a free-standing marble tub, each complementing the other with elegance and ease.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 17, 2018

AC’s Adele Collection used as a kitchen floor, in the color Soul. The Ivory tile, for example, blends well with the toilet and the floating white vanity’s marble countertop. AC’s Atomic Collection used as a kitchen backsplash, in the color Carbon. We know a female vocalist who can do the same. Related Links.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

APRIL 16, 2013

Interested in remodeling your kitchen but aren’t sure about expanding? You don’t necessarily have to tear down walls and install new flooring to update your kitchen. Countertop replacement is a good option for those who want to make a big impact in the kitchen without expanding. Need a Kitchen Designer in VA, MD, or DC?

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

A country kitchen design can bring a lot of warmth to your kitchen space. Country kitchens speak of comfort; that cozy and inviting feel that appeals to so many homeowners as of late. The rise in popularity is entirely warranted, as it blends function and design seamlessly. Your Own Country Kitchen Style.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

Italy: Most people likely think of marble before ceramic tile when they hear the name Italy. The Colosseum was once clad in white marble before Emperors repurposed it for their own palaces and monuments. Adding City Hall to a Designer Space. The kitchen backsplash, for example, plays with angles. Congratulations!

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

Your new natural marble or granite countertop absolutely shines in your kitchen. Marble and granite, though they are both natural stones that require maintenance, need to be cared for a little bit differently. Caring for Marble Countertops . The first thing to remember when cleaning marble is that it isn’t granite.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

The designer didn’t stop with the walls – instead they opted to finish the ceilings in both tile and wood! Nothing will make a room feel more inviting than a roaring fire on a cold night, and if designed well, will make an immediate statement in any room. We are loving this marble and brushed brass mosaic. Decorate the kitchen.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

With our headquarters and showrooms located in the DC-metro area, we’ve been known to cheer for the the Washington Redskins or the Baltimore Ravens. He teamed up with Baltimore-based design firm, Aumen Asner to create a clean and contemporary reception space for the Raven’s corporate offices.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 19, 2017

Whether working with a designer or tackling it on your own, here are six steps to prep for an appointment. To schedule an appointment: submit a request online or use our directory to call one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Working on a kitchen? Have a tile project on your hands and not sure where to start? Size Up Your Space.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 16, 2017

Whether working with a designer or tackling it on your own, here are six steps to prep for an appointment. To schedule an appointment: submit a request online or use our directory to call one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Working on a kitchen? Have a tile project on your hands and not sure where to start? Size Up Your Space.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

MARCH 12, 2014

As the heart of your home, your kitchen should be exactly how you want it—in terms of both aesthetics and functionality. A kitchen update can not only help you better enjoy your space, but it also can help improve efficiency. A good place to start is to consider what you don’t like about your current kitchen. Kitchen Upgrades.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 26, 2018

When designing a home inspired by the beach, the ocean is an obvious jumping off point. Check out our blog, The Layman’s Class on Glass: Design & Installation Tips for Glass Tile. AC’s rivershell oval mosaic featured in the DC Show House, design by Aidan Design. Iridescent Glass. Shell Mosaics.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Take some time to enjoy our top 5 design posts of the week, featuring some design that’s accessible for all, and offers unique style suggestions for designing with a disability in mind. Elevated Care, Elevated Design. Wheelchair-Friendly Design Tips.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. We decided it was fitting to make this week’s top 5 designs all about home bars and drink-mixing stations, because everybody has the one chair or area of their house where they’re most comfortable sipping on some adult apple juice. Check out our top 5 designs below! Home Bar Inspiration.

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JANUARY 4, 2021

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. While the vaccine brings promises of new beginnings in 2021, we’re taking a different approach to our top 5 design this week. While the vaccine brings promises of new beginnings in 2021, we’re taking a different approach to our top 5 design this week. Happy New Year!

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

MAY 23, 2014

Updating your countertops can make a big impact and help enhance the overall design of your kitchen. Not only do you have different choices for countertop materials (granite, marble, etc.), Polished countertops can create a refined, elegant look for your kitchen—their beauty is what makes them so appealing. Scratching.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Ceramic, marble, porcelain, glass — Square tile is available in a variety of material types. At AC, we have endless porcelain and marble options available as a 12″x12″ field tile. To browse all Architectural Ceramics has to offer, visit one of our DC-metro area showroom locations. Hexagon: Eat your heart out.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Throughout historic cities in Europe, their streets are paved in cobblestones, the statues are carved in marble, and their monuments are clad in limestone. Or, go for a vein-cut marble instead of a slate with an uneven cleft. In the DC-metro area, we’re no stranger to extreme outdoor elements, like humid summers and cold winters.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 24, 2018

So, until Architectural Ceramics gets an invite to visit his home, let’s check out our own client spaces that strike a cord with harmonious designs. Harmonious spaces incorporate design principles like those of Feng Shui. Using metal in a design represents logic and intelligence. Harmony By Way of Feng Shui. Related Links.

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