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. The desk is beautifully clad in a neutral and natural stone look-a-like material from our Slim Slab Collection. But, did you know we tackle commercial projects as well?

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Located approximately 40 minutes outside downtown Montreal, Panorama is comprised of a “slender residential tower and a two-story linear volume on the ground floor that houses a 32-patient care unit, lobby, and numerous amenities.” Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile showrooms for a free tile design consultation.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 12, 2019

This porcelain option allows you to cover the floors and walls for a modern take on a classic shape. AC’s Kiln & Penny Collection, used as a shower floor and wall, in the color Petrolio. For more information about the Studs Collection, visit one of our DC-metro area showrooms.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 31, 2017

The flooring, also shown in the Argento color from our Monticello Collection, carries the color seamlessly from the vertical to horizontal surface. A natural stone option with a twist, the Perfect Pebble Collection from our vendor Island Stone , gives a natural look other than marble that’s perfect for a fireplace.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 31, 2019

For a specialty, handmade tile like the one used above, it’s best to come in to one of AC’s five DC-metro area showroom locations. For the soft grey stone look of the other shower, try our Swiss Alps Collection , featuring a similar soft grey marble. Let’s talk about how you can get a similar look using AC tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

What has the look of stone, does not stain and can be installed exterior in even the harshest environments? and can be installed as-is on a wall or floor, or fabricated. Love the green “stone” tabletops? You no longer have to worry about the wine spilling or water ring forming on your higher-maintenance REAL stone table!

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

To learn more about our special order Pratt & Larson line, please visit one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Whether it’s used as a bathroom floor or kitchen backsplash, the cement tile trend isn’t going away any time soon. For Architectural Ceramics, most of our clients are within the DC-metro area.

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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. There has been a shift in the preferred finishes,” Fernandez says, “The hot look right now is light or grey cabinets, with light marble or quarts countertops, and dark flooring.”.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone. Natural Stone: A variation on the penny round theme, the Effervescence Collection plays with multiple sizes of circles. The Look for Less.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 28, 2017

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. Let’s kill two trendy birds with one stone: an accent wall in a chevron mosaic. They come and they go. Going Geometric. Moody & Modern.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 18, 2021

Most notably, David was proud of our Turkish Stone and White Chablis which can be found all over the resort including hotel bathrooms shown above. Additionally, we provided our Silk Stone in some flooring applications which created a sleek look for the upper levels of this stadium’s interior design. Pretty cool, right?

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 11, 2019

That’s how DC metro-area interior designer, Mary Douglas Drysdale ‘s aesthetic is often described. The white-on-white bathroom creates a deceptively simple design, from the white tiled floors and walls, to the white sconces and drawer pulls. A Classically Planned Space. Classic design with a modern sensibility.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 24, 2019

The collection, shown above, features a dimensional mosaic in three natural stone marble choices: Thassos (pictured), Crema and Grigio. AC’s Illusion Collection, featuring the Diamonte Deco pattern used on the backsplash and floor to ceiling on the back wall. A mosaic sheet in Thassos marble from AC’s Candango Collection.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

From the ground up, we’ll see what goes under and over shower floors and walls. Don’t hesitate to visit one of our DC-metro area showrooms locations to talk with a design and sales associate about your options. Had enough talk about what goes behind the floor and walls of a shower? Underneath It All.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

Turn to the last page, and you’ll find most porcelains are rated for floor use, while some ceramic tiles are only suitable for wall use. From ceramic to porcelain, and glass to natural stone, AC offers a variety of tile materials. This is especially important when working with natural stone.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

DECEMBER 16, 2019

We serve Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the Washington, DC area. Combined with stone counters or flooring, the wood cabinetry can bring out and compliment the natural coloration of the stone. Custom Kitchen Designs in MD, DC & VA. Create the kitchen of your dreams with our team at Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

DECEMBER 16, 2019

We serve Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the Washington, DC area. Combined with stone counters or flooring, the wood cabinetry can bring out and compliment the natural coloration of the stone. Custom Kitchen Designs in MD, DC & VA. Create the kitchen of your dreams with our team at Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Ceramic, porcelain, glass and stone tiles are all top picks for fireplace surrounds, although we have been seeing a rise in popularity of cement tile over the last few years. Without a mantel, there is nothing on the wall to visually break up the continuous line of tile from floor to ceiling. . We love them all. Love the image above?

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

MARCH 28, 2021

Then, contact Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens at 301-363-4064 to schedule a consultation in MD, DC, or VA. Designers included cup drawer pulls, oak hardwood floors, and a subway tile backsplash to further this kitchen’s traditional look. We have compiled some traditional kitchen designs to inspire your upcoming renovation project.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

From decorative floors to graphic wallpaper, we love to have fun with pattern and color. Check out our Maya stone mosaic. It’s an Elevated slab, which can go on the wall, floor or ceiling, inside, outside… even on countertops ! Floors and walls that require a simple wipe down and nothing more. The FUN Factor.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

JANUARY 29, 2021

Then, call Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens at 301-363-4064 or contact us online to schedule a consultation in MD, DC, or VA. The combination of glass, wood, and stone is breathtaking. It contrasts the light wood floors and white stone countertops, which prevent the kitchen from feeling too dark. Curvy Kitchen.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

The backsplash turns up the wow-factor by taking the tile up the wall from floor to ceiling. Or, to explore Architectural Ceramic’s full offering of in-stock and special order tile in ceramic, glass and stone, visit one of our DC-metro area showroom locations.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

This matte porcelain tile, made to look like honed marble, has an elegant look without the maintenance that natural stone requires. This bathroom renovation, shown right, illustrates the Focal Point palette well because of its use of warm ceramic tile on the accent wall, and cool marble tile on the sides of the tub and the floors.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Mix in tranquil hues like shades of blue, green and bronze to instantly give the room the peaceful feel of a luxury spa, along with some natural elements like wood and natural stone. The calming bathroom above is a great example of how to use a decorative tile on the walls, complemented by a plank porcelain field tile on the floor.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 14, 2020

HGTV shows that game rooms don’t have to be *intimidating* with a dark color scheme and cold marble floors like some other selections. Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile showrooms for a free tile design consultation. The Fun Continues, No Matter the Age. Packed-With-Fun Game Room Ideas for All Ages , HGTV.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Hardwood, ceramic tile, or patterned stone flooring. We have served the MD, DC, and VA areas for over 30 years. Here are some of the most common natural materials to use in a traditional kitchen: Granite, marble, soapstone, or quartz countertops. Stained wood or white-painted cabinetry (sometimes found in the same kitchen).

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Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2021

I looked at a few different types of floor heating systems— hydronic, electric cable, etc., Step Warmfloor is 50% easier to put in and basically has no maintenance—you just lay the rolls out, put the floors down and go about your business,” he explained. Utilized in Europe for several decades prior to its introduction to the U.S.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 22, 2018

We offer various tile characters: porcelain, ceramic, glass and stone. As a result, a great feature of porcelain tile is that it makes an excellent flooring option in commercial and residential spaces. It also allowed us to showcase product in new ways through flooring installations and floor to ceiling board displays.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

JUNE 23, 2014

Whether it’s for the floor, backsplash, or countertop, tiles can help enhance the overall aesthetic of the space. For the flooring , many kitchens have hardwood or porcelain tiles that resemble wood. For example, linoleum tiles (for the floor) are more affordable and low-maintenance. Custom Kitchen Design in MD, DC & VA.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 19, 2017

To schedule an appointment: submit a request online or use our directory to call one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Whether you’re working with a designer or tackling a DIY project, having a floor plan or sketch in hand for an appointment is extremely helpful. You’re a step ahead of the rest. Size Up Your Space.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 16, 2017

To schedule an appointment: submit a request online or use our directory to call one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Whether you’re working with a designer or tackling a DIY project, having a floor plan or sketch in hand for an appointment is extremely helpful. You’re a step ahead of the rest. Size Up Your Space.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

This collection’s features make it an easy option to mix and match with other natural stone or porcelain tile: 3″ x 6″ field tile with coordinating bullnose and trim profiles. The strength and density of porcelain results in a higher PSI level, making it suitable for floor applications and commercial spaces.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

APRIL 16, 2013

You don’t necessarily have to tear down walls and install new flooring to update your kitchen. Quartz : An engineered stone, quartz is low-maintenance and available in many different colors. Need a Kitchen Designer in VA, MD, or DC? Jack Rosen serves Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Many people have asked us about how the newly implemented Chinese tariffs will affect the tile and flooring industry. “ White wall and floor tiles are still the predominant tiles sold in the USA, and most come from China primarily comprised of mosaics , white subway tiles , and larger thicker white wall tiles. Here it is.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

Local DC-metro area design firm, Aidan Design , allows for the backsplash to act as a seamless transition from horizontal to vertical surfaces. This natural stone collection features six distinctly different marble blends that create fabric-like patterns through hand-clipped mosaics.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

MAY 15, 2013

Granite countertops instead of laminate: Natural stone – including granite, limestone, and soapstone—add a sophisticated appearance that laminate lacks. Not only is stone more beautiful, but it’s also durable and has the ability to withstand the wear and tear of demanding kitchen activities. Washington, DC. Kitchen Design'

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JANUARY 3, 2019

Scandinavian-style sunroom in Washington, DC. In any event, Spicher says you need to decide how you want to use the room before you choose the finishes like paint colors or flooring. I love to blend different natural elements, like wood and stone,” she explains. Luxury vinyl plan flooring is one option that Wiles recommends.

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