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JULY 2, 2014

This week, I’m going to focus on my six favorite kitchen and bath design trends. In no particular order, they are… Porcelain delivers style with ease (Photo Courtesy: Ceramics of Italy). You can see their influence in design styles – glass-front appliances, thin countertops, sleek curves and glossy neutrals.

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JUNE 17, 2014

I’ve attended this massive West Coast design conference several times, and been a panelist twice. It’s open to both consumers and the design trade. I’ll be walking the Dwell on Design exhibit hall floor with Gold Notes’ Architectural Adviser, Dean Larkin, AIA.

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APRIL 15, 2014

As I’ve posted before, there’s no finer designer than Mother Nature. Natural design rules at Bryce Canyon National Park (Photo Courtesy: Jonathan Zaner/Digon3). Porcelain tile evokes rugged landscape (Photo Courtesy: The Size). Her blends of color, texture and shape are breathtaking.

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MARCH 3, 2015

Cevisama, which takes place in Spain every year, is one of the top global markets for porcelain and ceramic tile, and it’s where so many of the trends that end up in showrooms here in the U.S. Ceracasa is one of the Tile of Spain-member brands at Cevisama (Photo Courtesy: Ceracasa). Mixing and matching tiles [.].

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NOVEMBER 10, 2015

Playing with the idea of modularity, Italian ceramic companies are designing fragmented patterns on square and rectangular tiles to produce large dynamic compositions. Drawing inspiration from an age-old pattern, designers will love dressing up floors and walls with these eye-catching porcelains. Chevron Chic.

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APRIL 29, 2015

I just finished writing my extensive Trend Report for Kitchen & Bath Design News. Porcelain tile creates affordable terrazzo style (Photo Courtesy: Interceramic). It’s an honor to be included in programs like these, and the opportunity affords me close-up looks at the top products and trends seen at the show. Fabric looks.

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JULY 19, 2017

Porcelain slab wall panels add low-maintenance style to your bathroom. Those change every year or so, whereas your bathroom will be around for a decade or more. Here are some trends with smarts and staying power. Which one will best fit your home? Photo Courtesy: Ceramics of Italy member company Florim ).

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