Architectural Ceramics

JULY 13, 2018

Just like movies released this time of year hope to be the blockbuster hit of the summer, Architectural Ceramics recently launched a few new tile collections that we hope will be a hit among clients like you. This porcelain tile made to look like hand-painted cement has a flare for the dramatic that will grab the attention of any room.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

You may be adding garland to your White Pine or pining after tile you saw on our website. Whatever the case may be, when it comes to small design details, don’t forget about tile trim. First, check out our list of tile trim terms, where we describe various types as well as mention AC Collections that feature them.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 21, 2019

Because we are in the business of selling tile however, we want to know how you feel about a cool, up-and-coming trend: dimensional tile. Here, we’re featuring just some of the dimensional tile collections available through Architectural Ceramics. Want to learn more about natural stone as a tile material?

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 4, 2019

We’re rolling out the weekend with some German jams and the tiles they remind us of. Paragon Hex interlocking tiles from Island Stone embody the spirit of Nena’s 1983 hit 99 Luftballons. Other Beethoven classics like Fur Elise and Moonlight Sonata which make use of the piano are a great fit for this tile inspiration too.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 30, 2017

This glossy and matte glass tile brings the beach to your home without all the sand. 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. an in-stock item*.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

While modern interiors have taken the design world by storm in recent years, traditional kitchens remain as popular as ever. You can rest assured that if you remodel your kitchen using classic design elements, it will never go out of fashion. This differs from minimalist kitchens that focus on clean lines and sharp edges.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

While children everywhere are going back to school, let’s go back to basics and learn about ceramic tile through a few of Architectural Ceramic’s collections: Basics, London, and City Hall. AC’s Basics Collection , is a simple one with a white subway tile at its core. As a result, the tile expands and contracts.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 17, 2018

Just like movies released this time of year hope to be the blockbuster hit of the summer, Architectural Ceramics recently launched a few new tile collections that we hope will be a hit among clients like you. This porcelain tile made to look like hand-painted cement has a flare for the dramatic that will grab the attention of any room.

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Tile Porcelain North Dakota Backsplash 100

Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we love football almost as much as we love tile. 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. We’re also known for our expertise in residential tile products. The Ravens Reception 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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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

MARCH 6, 2015

White cabinets aren’t only in style, they brighten up the space of any kitchen, making it look larger and more elegant. Below we’ve highlighted 10 kitchens we’ve designed in the Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, DC areas that flawlessly showcase all the amazing aspects of installing white kitchen cabinets.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

Learn more about how the PANTONE Color of the Year is selected, this year’s color: Living Coral, and how to incorporate it into your designed interior space (which we hope includes tile from Architectural Ceramics, of course). A kitchen renovation featuring a white subway tile backsplash and Living Coral cabinetry.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 18, 2021

.” Working alongside one of our favorite interior designers, the amazing Lauren Liess, we were able to provide some of the materials that make up this stunning home, including our Veranda Marble in Antiqued White as well as our Terra Folk Bouquet in Honey, the latter of which is a Lauren Liess designed tile. Thomas Ritz-Carlton.

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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. Herringbone, arabesque, chevron — Geometric tile patterns have long been in style. The polished white thassos and grey cararra marbles give a lux feel to the design.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

JUNE 23, 2014

Are you planning on using tiles in your new kitchen design? Whether it’s for the floor, backsplash, or countertop, tiles can help enhance the overall aesthetic of the space. Depending on the tile, you can create a charming, rustic feel or a modern look. Best Kitchen Tiles. Kitchen Design' Maintenance?

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

Check out Architectural Ceramic’s Surge Collection, featuring a large-format ceramic tile, that mimics illuminated glass and includes bold electric colors too. AC’s Surge Collection, a large-format ceramic tile made to look like back-lit glass, has several features that make it a bright idea: 8″x24″ field tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 19, 2020

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. His kitchen features concrete accents to complement the marble-topped “sou sugi ban” island, all of course blending seamlessly to create a work of art in itself!

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Shown above is a perfect example of the classic 3×6 subway tile, but with added dashes of warmth, thanks to the use of 16×16 Basalt stone field tile , wood, and warm metal. The designer didn’t stop with the walls – instead they opted to finish the ceilings in both tile and wood! Decorate the kitchen.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

The last time you went to Grandma’s house you might’ve noticed the 9 couch pillows, that jar of weird hard candies that has never been touched, or the crime scene of a kitchen where she makes 5-star meals with ease. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always happy to help advise on tile design.

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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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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 19, 2017

Have a tile project on your hands and not sure where to start? To schedule an appointment: submit a request online or use our directory to call one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Use AC’s Wish List function on our website to create a list of tile products you love. Take a look at our wood-look tile options.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 16, 2017

Have a tile project on your hands and not sure where to start? To schedule an appointment: submit a request online or use our directory to call one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Use AC’s Wish List function on our website to create a list of tile products you love. Take a look at our wood-look tile options.

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Baltimore DC Painted Tile 100

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

JUNE 26, 2018

Dive in with us, as AC looks toward tile collections that lend themselves to a subtle seaside style. The tile’s iridescent shine reminds us of a polished pearl. AC’s Sonoma Tile Maker’s line, the Vihara Collection, color Puka Iridescent, eHex mosaic. Iridescent Glass. Shell Mosaics. Stone & Glass Mosaics.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. The Ins and Outs of Outdoor Tile. What type of tile can be used outdoors? Whether using tile under foot on a balcony, your pool deck, or in the pool itself, outdoor tiles come in a few varieties.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we’ve done a little exercise of our own to come up with some of our favorite tile shapes and patterns. Let’s get the skinny on a few tile shapes and patterns, and see how clients used them. Tile Shapes & Patterns. Probably a 3″x6″ subway or a 12″x24″ field tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 24, 2018

We like surfaces, especially tiled surfaces. Let’s see how our clients’ tile renovations, whether a single room or an entire home, promote harmony by way of Feng Shui. AC’s brushed limestone Vestige Zebrano floor tile, semi-polished Wave limestone wall tile, and porcelain wood-plank wall tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Shown above, a one-of-a-kind contemporary marble form Dodson Interiors, is a home-bar that appears to exist rather inside a 5-star restaurant than an actual residence, with the stunning collection of spirits, wide-variety, and of course the gorgeous marble that makes up the bar and surrounding area.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 4, 2021

Another trend we’re leaving behind is white kitchens, as recently people have been gravitating towards more exotic options outside of the black-and-white color scheme, bringing their kitchens more life than they ever imagined. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always happy to help advise on tile design.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

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. ” Read more about the other 8 homes they showcase in the link above and let us know your favorite in the comments below!

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