Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

National Tile Day, marking its fifth year, will be celebrated with brand-new imagery of creative tile designs, installations and applications shared across Coverings’ social media channels. EST, and will be presented by Bill Griese, director, standards development and sustainability initiatives, Tile Council of North America, Inc.,

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 6, 2021

By Megan Salzano—While resilient flooring— rigid core SPC in particular —has taken the industry by storm, ceramic tile is poised for a resurgence. Not only is the category one of the most design-forward and technologically advanced options on the market, proponents say, but its eco-friendly attributes are a growing draw for consumers.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 14, 2023

Aladdin Commercial products provide end users with both design and performance attributes. There have been concerns about higher inflation and rising interest rates within the lending industry over the past year,” King added. The heart and soul of local communities witnessed a resilient rebound.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Italian Made: Fashionable Tile, Design. The Italians are famous for their design sense. From the clothing and accessories they design to their timeless architecture and art work, and of course their legendary sports cars. The same determination applies to their design sense when it comes to tile. Tuesday, June 18, 2013.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2024

In fact, according to show management, this year’s event—the 38 th convention in the group’s storied history—drew its highest numbers in two decades. “Attendance is back to pre- COVID-19 levels, and we have seen an influx of new members coming into the industry looking for education,” Michael Martin, NWFA president and CEO, told FCNews.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 23, 2016

(ALEXANDRIA, VA— February 18, 2016) Coverings, the largest global tile & stone exposition in North America, has partnered with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) and Chicago Mosaic School to develop unique programs that investigate the use of tile as a medium for creative design.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 4, 2016

(ALEXANDRIA, VA— February 18, 2016) Coverings, the largest global tile & stone exposition in North America, has partnered with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) and Chicago Mosaic School to develop unique programs that investigate the use of tile as a medium for creative design.

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Giotile

JANUARY 14, 2015

In 1940, the Delnor hospital opened with beautiful interiors designed by Dorothy Draper. Designed as a “house of hope and cheer,” rooms were painted in pastel shades and trimmed with vibrant floral chintz curtains and bedspreads. Draper’s healthcare design philosophy was certainly ahead of the times. Connection to Nature.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 13, 2013

Soon the industry realized some unexpected tradeoffs with too much texture. Recently terrazzo flooring has been used more due to the increased design options. Slip resistant standards-of-care and codes have been a moving target. The standard of care was expected to be a minimum of 0.60

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Floor Covering News

MAY 25, 2021

Industry observers say the first and fourth quarters of 2020 performed significantly better than the second and third quarters. When employees do return to work, they can expect to see new office layouts designed to provide a safe and protected environment. The workplace is among the most diverse segments in terms of flooring choices.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 31, 2020

Product quality, design, innovation, Italian origin, and sustainability are all key components of the Italian ceramic tile industry’s success. The Italian tile industry has analysed the product’s environmental impacts over its entire life cycle by means of a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). Aix by Atlas Concorde. Moon Stone by Coem.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

By Megan Salzano Birch— FCNews asked industry members to offer up the books that have had the most impact on them personally and professionally. Tim Baucom, president & CEO, Shaw Industries. Navy Seal Officer to set a standard for leadership development. Leaders set the standard for performance based on what they tolerate.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 25, 2024

In fact, studies cited by CRI have shown that effectively cleaned carpets can trap allergens and other particles, resulting in fewer particles escaping into the air. Anderson Tuftex Anderson Tuftex designs products that put sustainability at the center, helping customers build comfort in their home.

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StoneDimensions

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

Coldspring is a leading supplier of natural stone serving the commercial, memorial, residential and industrial markets since 1898. The mission of the MIA is to serve and support the dimension natural stone industry by providing an array of services, products, and authoritative information important to, and valued by, industry members.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 9, 2021

W hen we think of industry disrupters today, some of the innovators that come to mind include Uber, Tesla and Netflix, to name a few. Many would agree that these companies are changing the paradigm in their respective industries. As it turns out, the flooring industry has its disrupters as well. The mother of all disruptors .

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Mohawk Industries; Shaw Industries Group, Inc.; Designer John Cialone of Tom Stringer Design Partners joined with a presentation on design trends and positive impacts. “Thank you for your efforts in support of ANSI and the standardization community. Swiss Krono USA; Torlys, Inc.; Versatrim, Inc.;

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

Costello Design & Consulting, LLC). It’s important to note that sustainable design is not a one-size-fits all feature. Search out an architect and interior designer who specialize in sustainability – and don’t settle for less. Designed by Boeri Studio, Bosco Verticale in Milan is the world’s first vertical forest.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Companies not communicating via Facebook, Twitter and a website risk looking dusty in this digital age; and even those that do are being upstaged by competitors whose blogs tout the latest news about products, promotions and industry trends. It’s a much more personal introduction than a standard website. The Benefits of Blogging.

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Building Moxie

OCTOBER 15, 2018

*. This is a partnered post with James Hardie Industries. Top tier members of the program enjoy a high-profile presence in Hardie’s Contractor Locator, a tool designed to match prospective customers with local contractors. These trainings include, but aren’t limited to, online resources such as webinars, case studies, and videos.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

According to the 2019 Freelancing in America study by Freelancers Union and Upwork, an estimated 57 million Americans freelanced in 2019 — evidence of its increasing popularity, particularly among younger generations. graphic designer. website designer. Why freelancing or consulting is a good option for people with disabilities.

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Life of an Architect

JUNE 5, 2014

Support AEC Care’s 2014 Project and Give Children a Solid Foundation “All architecture is shelter, all great architecture is the design of space that contains, cuddles, exalts, or stimulates the persons in that space.” She’s volunteering her time and expertise again this year, and will be the design team’s lead architect and project manager.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 12, 2015

A Swedish study found that lighting, paired with the right color, affects mood. The rugs are industrial strength, can be ordered in custom sizes and have a rubber backing that adds padding and comfort to your bathroom floor. Standard sizes of pull-out drawers are available at most home improvement stores.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 14, 2022

Consumers crave premium style and design in a quality product they can invest in and live on for years to come,” said Natalie Cady, director of premium brands residential channel strategy for Shaw Floors. “As With many people working from home, the study and home office are moving toward carpet to help create a quieter environment,” said T.M.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

Classic library design holds the key to that specific feeling. Meeting the standards for a luxurious foray into the world of perspectives and artistic visions, the traditional home library above is part of a remarkable home overlooking a golf course in Arizona where life unravels differently.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 14, 2021

The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) will induct three industry leaders to its Hall of Fame. The WFCA Hall of Fame was brought to life for one reason: to give credit and recognition to the instrumental individuals that have helped shape this industry into what it is today,” said Scott Humphrey, president and CEO of WFCA.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

Like many industries, tile has been through a lot the past five years. s Donato Pompo, citing findings from Catalina Research, the primary source for ceramic tile industry data, ceramic tile is leading the floor covering sales recovery, as tile manufacturers leverage the rebound in existing home sales and housing starts.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 20, 2020

Michelle Winters, cofounder of New Braunfels Flooring Design, disinfects the store during downtime. A case study: New Braunfels Flooring Design. One such dealer is Texas-based New Braunfels Flooring Design Center. By Reginald Tucker. When the going gets tough, the tough get innovative.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2021

“To not have been here would have been a missed opportunity,” said Mark Page, senior director, creative design and development, Mohawk Group. Mohawk, which won three Gold awards at the show (see sidebar), took full advantage of its time with designers to showcase its Waterways Project. The team continues to push the envelope.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 2, 2013

The tile industry has been through a lot the past five years. Thanks largely to improving designs in wood-look planks, glass, and stone looks, ceramic tile sales have outpaced those of overall floor coverings. Design-build contractors are reporting they are not seeing the big projects they saw a few years ago. By Jeffrey Steele.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. Portugal also has a handful of technically-advanced and design-led producers, such Revigres, who can compete with the leading manufacturers from Italy, Spain, Turkey, or South America in many product categories and formats.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. Portugal also has a handful of technically-advanced and design-led producers, such Revigres, who can compete with the leading manufacturers from Italy, Spain, Turkey, or South America in many product categories and formats.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Third, a supplier must have product designs that appeal to local homeowners.”. As our fast-paced industry delivers all types of new products or hybrids of products, along comes confusion,” said Derek Brooks, Torlys’ senior vice president sales and business development-North America. “As

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

I hope that by getting this guide published before Valentine’s Day, everyone will be just a tad bit more prepared, knowing that their actions might result in another architect, interior designer or ( Lord help us ) an engineer. SKarch Why is it that the interior designer combination is two females? Female graphic designer?

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

s biggest industries include culture, fashion, education, sports, entertainment, medicine and a booming startup tech field that is thriving on the Westside (nicknamed Silicon Beach). Los Angeles is often called the creative capital of the world , as one in six residents works in the creative industries of music, TV or film.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

It is not (and should not try to be) an endorsement of your superior design skills. I personally feel that having fewer licensed architects is bad for the profession because good designers will go unlicensed and clients will start to recognize (correctly) that they can hire unlicensed designers who are equally qualified to do the work.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 8, 2022

—In addition to daily onsite keynotes and special programs, this year’s NeoCon , which will take place here June 13-15, will offer 47 virtual CEU-accredited programs from an impressive roster of leading industry experts from a wide cross-section of fields. Speakers: Noelle Borda, senior program manager, workplace design, Adobe.

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Life of an Architect

MAY 18, 2014

Home / Competition / The Finalists – LoaA 2014 Playhouse Design Competition The Finalists – LoaA 2014 Playhouse Design Competition Bob Borson — May 19, 2014 — 27 Comments The 3rd Annual Life of an Architect Playhouse Design Competition had an amazing turnout this year.

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