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Gazete Azulejos

Diary of a Tile Addict

The vibrantly tiled façades of Portugal’s homes are one of the country’s most iconic sights, but those sights are disappearing. Once handmade in factories thoroughout Portugal, reduced demand over the years led to closures. Attempting to preserve the tiling legacy before it disappears entirely is Gazete Azulejos.

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Avente Tile Talk: Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and.

Tile Talk

Ceramic tile façade in Portugal. Portugal is a land of Medieval castles, cobblestone villages, captivating cities and golden-sand beaches, history, great food and wine, and beautiful scenery. Map of Portugal. decorative tile. Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and Preservation Through the Ages. at 6:00 AM.

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Portugal: tile tradition and technology

Diary of a Tile Addict

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. As a long-term admirer of Portugal’s long and influential ceramic tradition, DOATA’s founder, Joe Simpson readily accepted the invitation. Photo credit: Portugal Ceramics: Vasco Duarte. Location: Viuva Lamego. Unforgettable!

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Avente Tile Talk: Portuguese Ceramic Tile Artistry

Tile Talk

Photo by Joaquim Alves Gaspar, Lisboa, Portugal. In that period, the azulejos used in Portugal came from Seville, the only supplier manufacturing center in the first half of the 16th century. Now, you too can bring the look and feel of Portugal into your home by using our Portuguese Ceramic Tiles in your next project.

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Walker Zanger releases stone mosaic collection

Floor Covering News

The collection is another addition to Walker Zanger’s offering of decorative stone tiles. The collection represents a modern reimagining of one of the most classic looks in natural stone tile,” said Suzi Portugal, VP of design and sourcing, Mosaic Companies. “It It makes an accessible addition to any project.”.

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Cocktails and Trends Event

Realstone

Discover new home design and decor trends • Mingle with Architects and Designers • Strolling Appetizers • Signature Cocktails • Spa and Sports give away • New Product reveal/samples Meet product artisans from all over the globe. • RSVP today.

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Form Fitted Fixtures

Diary of a Tile Addict

In Blankenbergue Square, Belgium, a collection of curious shapes gather – a scattered family of boulders collectively named “Kneaded Memory” – designed to comment on the fading use of architectural decoration, particularly in regards to traditional materials (such as tiles) and decorative façades.

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