Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2014

Of course Italian-Style home decor is popular! We are not sure if it is a result of ancient Italian history or simply good taste that runs in this gene-pool, but Italian’s sure know how to decorate a home. No, Italian decor is anything but understated, but when properly done, it remains elegant none-the-less.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 3, 2013

According to the curators of the Palácio Nacional de Sintra (National Palace of Sintra) in Portugal, the use of azulejos (a form of Portuguese or Spanish painted, tin-glazed, ceramic tile) in decoration is unique when compared with other countries by the way it adapts to architecture on a monumental scale. decorative tile.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 28, 2015

Couples perfectly with hand-painted decorative ceramic tiles. Saltillo tile walkway features hand-painted ceramic tiles on the risers. How to Buy Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. The tiles come with a standard smooth finish; however, additional textures are available to create a weathered, antiqued patina.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 9, 2013

These decorative leaf tiles are pressed with real leaves, giving them a fossilized look. Our leaf tiles are hand-colored and offer a subtle way to enhance your kitchen or bathroom with a decorative touch. Pressed with real leaves, these decorative hand-painted 8"x8" tiles include a Maple Leaf, Ash Leaf, and Ginkgo Leaf design.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Project Pick: Hand-Painted Spanish Ceramic Tile Risers Aventes Spanish Tiles are beautifully hand-painted in a variety of colors and patterns on ceramic bisque using time-honored techniques. Within our hand-painted Spanish ceramic tile collection, you.ll Where would you use hand-painted Spanish ceramic tiles ? at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Be it a fresh coat of paint, updated flooring, dramatic lighting, and so on, the need for a soothing environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. Designers, bloggers, and design-oriented publications have dutifully observed this trend, and have embraced the use of decorative tile fireplaces. decorative tile. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

First, there are no industry standards and this results in numerous colloquial terms used to identify the same type of finished edge. For instance, Heritage Skirting is a base trim molding with decorative ridges. This finished, rounded edge provides a transition from the tile surface to another surface, like a painted wall.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

The natural world and everyday common objects can be the inspiration for decorative patterns. Patterns are decorative designs on the surface of materials that usually have a repeating design motif. Let us know how we at Avente Tile can assist you! decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

We discussed the different hand painted Spanish Tiles lines. A few days later she placed a sample order that included several popular hand painted Spanish decorative tiles and our Yucatan field tiles. A Hand Painted Sink Adds a Special Touch. Spanish Tile and Hand Painted Trim. She was prepared for the lead time.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

The pinwheel pattern is a popular and versatile tile layout that adds great visual interest by integrating solid color with decorative tiles into a timeless design. Or, you could choose to incorporate decorative tile with plain field tile, as seen in the two concepts show below. decorative tile. design standards.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

How to tile a shower in 48 seconds! decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile. decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Decor Girl. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

These tiles were commonly used as floor and wall applications and to decorate mihrabs , the architectural niches in mosques. These star polygons were not limited only to the painted figure. This technique evolved to include painted pictures on plain tiles which were then glazed and fired afterwards. decorative tile.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Recognized for having one of the richest and varied art legacies, Persia (now Iran) used this form of art to decorate palaces, public buildings, monuments, mausoleums, and religious buildings, such as mosques and theological schools. It holds an important position among the various decorative arts in Iranian architecture. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 5, 2013

Now, let’s take a look at what defines hand-crafted, hand-painted tiles by examining the process of silk-screening to glazing. How Relief Tiles are Made. Making Hand Painted Tiles Video. Making Hand Painted Field Tile. decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile. decorative tile.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

Her use of decorative, interwoven lines illustrate the natural environments resembling Nordic folk art, ancient Vikings styles, as well as Caribbean essences, such as: color, warmth, the Coralillo flower, tropical gardens, and the sea. Let us know how we at Avente Tile can assist you! decorative tile. design standards.

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Tile Talk

MAY 27, 2014

During each walk, I usually spy decorative tiles in outdoor settings that adorn the Spanish and Mediterranean homes that were influenced by Mission, Spanish, and Spanish Revival architecture. I do have a soft spot for tile and love seeing how decorative tile is used to add a splash of color or touch of interest to a home.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 23, 2013

This homes entry is cheerfully decorated to welcome Christmas guests. As I get older, I realize how much faster time seems to be flying by when one day it’s Halloween, and the next it’s Christmas Eve! If you haven’t already joined, Pinterest has served us with great inspiration for holiday foods and decoration ideas.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 8, 2014

To get you started on your Spring cleaning and freshening up of spaces, here are several handmade cement tile and hand-painted ceramic tiles that evoke the feelings of this season year-round. Barcelona Yellow Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile. Portuguese Braganza Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile. Spanish Cadiz Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 20, 2013

With this renewed back-to-basics philosophy, homeowners have found the need to refresh the look of their kitchens, be it with new, energy-conserving appliances or a fresh coat of paint, the need for a soothing, yet workable environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 3, 2014

Along with washing the outdoor furniture, cleaning the grill for upcoming BBQs, and testing outdoor equipment, you shouldnt forget to refresh and update the look of your swimming pool with richly colored, hand-painted porcelain tiles. You can pair field tile with our decorative Spanish ceramic tiles to create spectacular designs.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 6, 2013

With their hand-painted relief details, available either in a matte or gloss finish, these richly colored tiles boast sophisticated designs inspired by natures bounty. Fruit Basket Hand Painted Tile Mural. Measuring 18"x18", hand-painted ceramic tile mural is accented with a border of rope liner for added visual interest.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 26, 2013

Avente works closely with its tile artisans and sometimes, we can beat the standard delivery time or find ways to improve delivery with expedited freight or shipping. The variation found in each hand-painted tile mimics nature in that no two hand-colored leaves are exactly the same. decorative tile. design standards.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

A fireplace using hand-painted Spanish Tile. You can add decorative tile as accents or create a pattern with plain tile using two or three different colors of tile. Detail of hand-painted Spanish tile accents used for this fireplace. Hand-painted Spanish tiles create a rustic look.

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Tile Talk

JULY 23, 2013

Everywhere you go within this elegant city, you’ll notice hand-painted terracotta and ceramic tiles gracing every niche, fountain, building façade, restaurant, and more. Handmade or hand-painted tile can be found in every part of Santa Barbara, CA. A closer look at Susan Dunbars beautiful hand-painted tile craftsmanship.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 8, 2013

As Autumn rolls in, were taking time to reflect on how proud and honored we are to offer handmade cement tiles created by true artisans. Our goal is to offer products that meet your uncompromising standards. Let us know how we at Avente Tile can assist you! decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Each installation pays homage to a specific architectural style: a portico found in a Mission style home, an extremely decorated façade of a Spanish Renaissance commercial location, or a fountain typical of Spanish Colonial architecture found in a duplex courtyard. Let us know how we at Avente Tile can assist you! decorative tile.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Make your fireplace the focal point of the room with hand-painted ceramic or cement tiles. However, decorative ceramic tiles, like our Malibu or Portuguese tiles provide eye-catching patterns and designs. And, dont forget the stunning glazes found in our hand-painted plain or field tile can provide an elegant and classic look, too.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 11, 2014

Patterns are decorative designs on the surface of materials that usually have a repeating design motif. How to Buy Arabesque Pavers. Tiles comes with a standard smooth finish; but, additional textures are available to create a weathered, antiqued patina. decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 27, 2013

It is difficult to get the tiles to release intact even after a century² Over time station names have changed, so the tiles were painted over to conceal the old names. South Kensington is decorated with scenes reflecting the Natural History Museum. decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

Siren on a star-shaped tile, underglaze painting, Kubadabad Palace, c. Seljuk mosques, medreses (a building or group of buildings used for teaching Islamic theology), tombs, and palaces were lavishly decorated with these exquisite, handmade tiles vividly in turquoise, cobalt blue, eggplant, and black. decorative tile.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

Since its inception in 2003, Avente Tiles online tile showroom has sold hand-painted ceramic tile, handmade cement tile, and artisan tiles through various channels of the internet, including our website , this blog, Facebook , Twitter , Houzz , guest posts, and most importantly, word of mouth and repeat business. decorative tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

Together with Arabesque Spanish floor tiles, our hand-painted La Merced ceramic tiles (from our Barcelona collection) reveal a warm and friendly surrounding. Let us know how we at Avente Tile can assist you! decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile. decorative tile. design standards.

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Tile Talk

MAY 14, 2013

Further adding to its inherit rustic appeal is the fact that our decorative, hand-painted Clay Arabesque Ceramic Tile is produced using a classic extruded red clay body. With centuries-old tile designs, our versatile Spanish ceramic tile collection includes borders, corners, large decorative tiles and accent dots. Decor Girl.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

Each tile is exquisitely hand-painted in relief. Yucatan Dark Green Hand Painted Ceramic Tile. decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile. decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Decor Girl. Did you know?

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Tile Talk

JUNE 17, 2014

The Arena Corinthians Stadium has been built to sustainable design standards. decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile. decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Decor Girl. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 21, 2012

You can also use decorative ceramic tiles or field tile for the stair riser. Handmade cement tile – whether functional stair treads or decorative tiles - offers both design creativity and functional solutions that you wont find with most other tiles. decorative tile. design standards. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 8, 2013

For the past 13 years, designers, decorators, and fashionista have looked forward to seeing which trend-setting color the experts at Pantone have chosen. Since 2000, when Cerulean was the chosen shade, Pantones color of the year has continued to influence paint palettes, fashion, home design, product packaging, and so many other industries.

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