JG Kitchens

JUNE 19, 2019

This month’s Trend Spotting takes us to Orlando, where the massive Coverings tile expo took place. Check out the latest global tile trends. Read all about them in my latest report for Kitchen & Bath Design News, the leading trade magazine for the industry. One of the top tile trends is realistic stone looks.

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JG Kitchens

APRIL 1, 2015

This will be my third visit to North America’s top tile and stone show. Coverings brings the best of tile to Orlando in 2015 (Photo Courtesy: Edilcuoghi). In honor of the trip, I’ve created a Pinterest Board showing some of the products and exhibitors I’m looking forward to seeing.

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JG Kitchens

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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JG Kitchens

MARCH 3, 2015

I had the great pleasure of meeting Ryan Fasan, technical consultant to Tile of Spain and senior partner in Professional Attention to Tile Installations, on a press tour of Cevisama a few years ago. Ceracasa is one of the Tile of Spain-member brands at Cevisama (Photo Courtesy: Ceracasa). Mixing and matching tiles [.].

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The Tile Shop

MARCH 13, 2015

I want to share some classy and serene tile designs with you today. This first bathroom is a new display, the Misty, from our Tampa showroom. Good morning! We wanted create a sophisticated and serene look in a small space….I I love the way it turned out!! The monochromatic color scheme is very soothing….

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JG Kitchens

AUGUST 13, 2014

Rustic Italian tile evokes old painted brick (Photo Courtesy: 41zero42). Brick tile creates a serene backdrop (Photo Courtesy: Fireclay Tile). Brick tile creates a serene backdrop (Photo Courtesy: Fireclay Tile). Brick facades show off lasting traditional appeal (Photo Courtesy: Builder House Plans).

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The Tile Shop

MAY 2, 2014

The Tile Shop: Design by Kirsty. Design Tips, Inspiration, and Tile Shop updates. Were just finishing the new Tampa, FL store… its been so fun to design. Our new "beachy" glass and wood tiles are going to look fantastic. Subscribe To The Tile Shop: Design by Kirsty. Good morning!

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 29, 2024

In this case, the upper-echelon offerings must clear a high hurdle—quality construction, style and design, looks and inventory availability, to name a few. Crafted to be bold in beauty and design, this unique floor comes with all the benefits expected from the Original. “The The solution-dyed yarns ensure extreme durability. “The

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

I’ve had the pleasure of visiting the major Spanish tile show, Cevisama , in a hosted press tour, in 2012, and seeing Tile of Spain ‘s exhibits at Coverings at several shows. Here’s the trade group’s take on what’s hot for ceramic tile in 2018: Monochromatic. Gauged or Thin Tile.

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JG Kitchens

JANUARY 7, 2015

If you have tile floors, get yourself an anti-fatigue mat and put it where you stand the longest. kitchen design kitchen remodeling San DIego Kitchen and Bath Design San Diego Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Tampa Kitchen and Bath Design Uncategorized' Kitchens are the heart of our home (Photo Courtesy: AGA Ranges).

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JG Kitchens

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

As I noted last week, many of the most exciting and innovative styles in tile come from Spain and Italy. This week, we’re looking at 2016 tiles and trends from Ceramics of Italy, as this major trade organization of Italian tile brands showed off at the big Cersaie expo in Bologna. Hit the Bricks. Chevron Chic.

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The Tile Shop

MARCH 12, 2015

This first bath is one of the new displays in our Tampa, FL showroom (the Lindsey). He designed the business office at the Ridgeview Apartment Complex in Austin. It features our Soft Dreams Beige tile…. It is a showpiece located in the corner of the store featuring the Royal Amber Marble and Chatham Blend Mosaic. I love it too!!

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JG Kitchens

DECEMBER 6, 2016

As you probably already know, I write the monthly Trend Spotting section for Kitchen & Bath Design News , a trade magazine for designers, manufacturers, retailers and other industry pros. This month, the topic was tile trends from Cersaie, the massive Italian expo I attended in September. Here’s a link to that story.

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JG Kitchens

JANUARY 14, 2015

This bath redo delivered huge benefits to the homeowners (Photo Courtesy: Jamie Gold Kitchen and Bath Design). Replace slick, polished floors with anti-slip tiles. Make sure your vent fan works and use it! Otherwise, you’re putting yourself at risk for exposure to mold. They tend to be quiet, too.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. Architects and designers, wanna go to Spain? Tile of Spain is running a contest theyre calling Passport to Creativity. The four architects and or designers will earn 4 CEUs in addition to winning an all-expense-paid trip to Spain.

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Making Tile Modern

MAY 11, 2016

Modwalls | Colorful Modern Tile Since 2005. Yumi Kagamihara is a designer and yoga practitioner who integrates color, design with intention, artistry and focus. How did you come to Interior Design? . So we purchased a new construction home in Tampa FL. Yumi kagamihara. That fascinated me.

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JG Kitchens

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

Many of the most exciting and innovative styles in tile come from Spain and Italy. This first one is from Spain and was created by Tile of Spain, the trade organization for the industry, based on what their member firms were showing at the big Cersaie expo in Bologna. Gold comes into the picture and take center stage as accent pieces.

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JG Kitchens

JANUARY 18, 2017

This is my latest Trend Spotting report for Kitchen & Bath Design News , showing you what the experts are predicting for 2017. Photo Courtesy: Hastings Tile & Bath ). It covers economic, style and technology trends in the kitchen and bath sphere. I hope you find it informative. Colorful fixtures are a hot trend right now.

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JG Kitchens

APRIL 29, 2015

I just finished writing my extensive Trend Report for Kitchen & Bath Design News. Worn edges and burnt finishes add authenticity to wood-look tiles (Photo Courtesy: Ceramics of Italy/Sant’Agostino). Worn edges and burnt finishes add authenticity to wood-look tiles (Photo Courtesy: Ceramics of Italy/Sant’Agostino).

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JG Kitchens

APRIL 20, 2016

Coverings is the tile industry’s largest North American trade show. Wood-look tiles are still a strong trend. I didn’t get to go this year, but thanks to modern technology, I can still share fabulous photos and top trends from the event I’ve enjoyed attending numerous times before.

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Making Tile Modern

FEBRUARY 19, 2015

Yumi Kagamihara is a designer and yoga practitioner who integrates color, design with intention, artistry and focus. At Modwalls , we believe that color and form merges well with function in an aspirational approach to living, so we were excited to talk with her about her approach to design and living well with color.

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Making Tile Modern

FEBRUARY 19, 2015

Yumi Kagamihara is a designer and yoga practitioner who integrates color, design with intention, artistry and focus. At Modwalls , we believe that color and form merges well with function in an aspirational approach to living, so we were excited to talk with her about her approach to design and living well with color.

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JG Kitchens

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

Every year, the international tile industry gathers in Bologna, Italy for Cersaie, a global trade show for the latest products and trends. Geometrics are hot in carpeting and tile (Photo Courtesy: Architonic). My latest Pinterest Board gives a preview of what’s to come this year.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. I fly in and out of the Tampa airport with alarming regularity. kitchen design. interior design. bath design. Interior Design Blogs|Mpression. Fifi Flowers Design Decor. Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 21, 2017

It’s similar to the Dwell on Design shows I’ve been attending for the past seven years in that it attracts some major brands and smaller artisinal companies. It also includes both industry pros and the general design-loving public. Porcelanosa introduced a beautiful new slate tile at the show this year. Stay tuned.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Even if you’re not an exercise buff, designing your own gym allows you to create the type of space that is conducive to working out. Below, you’ll find design inspiration and tips to help you design a home gym that beckons you to work out. This Orange County, California home gym features stained white oak plank floors. .

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JG Kitchens

OCTOBER 18, 2016

I will be posting links to my San Diego Union-Tribune favorite tiles and Kitchen & Bath Design News Trend Spotting articles as they publish. In this Cersaie Impressions – Scavolini post, and in some to follow, I’ll share booths I explored on my own, the day after the three-day Italian tile tour.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 6, 2012

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. A pick up truck Norris drove off in and torched on Monday in Tampa. kitchen design. interior design. bath design. Interior Design Blogs|Mpression. Fifi Flowers Design Decor. Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc.

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JG Kitchens

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Nifty Nuggets is an occasional series about the little details that make your designs more sublime. I came across one last week at a local tile expo. They come in numerous finishes, configurations and sizes to fit most design needs. Bronze switch plate cover coordinates with bronze tile accents (Photo Courtesy: Questech).

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 2, 2016

Every year, many of the top tile makers across Europe gather in Valencia, Spain for a massive expo called Cevisama. Ibero shows off three strong tile trends in one room! Photo Courtesy: Tile of Spain ). I was privileged to attend in 2012. Here’s a board inspired by the latest show. And my feet are happier, too. (I’ll

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JG Kitchens

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

Wood-look tiles go from indoors to out with ease (Photo Courtesy: ABK, a Ceramics of Italy member company). This article on butler’s pantries will help you entertain at holiday time. This one on morning kitchens will help you recover from holiday entertaining! Here are the latest flooring trends for your home.

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JG Kitchens

OCTOBER 25, 2016

In addition to showing almost endless acres of tile, Cersaie also offers a large selection of ceramic sinks, tubs, toilets and other bathware. As I mentioned last week in my Cersaie Impressions – Scavolini post , I used some of my time in Bologna to explore booths we didn’t visit with the Ceramics of Italy press tour.

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JG Kitchens

MAY 26, 2015

There’s a lot to pull together and some unique challenges — like a master bath floor that isn’t tile or wood. As we get further into the project, (starting with the toughest element, most likely, non-tile/non-wood flooring), we’ll be building on the must-haves. I often “think out loud.”

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Time2Design

MARCH 27, 2013

In March 2011, I connected with Given Campbell on twitter, and it was there I discovered that Given is a custom wallpaper designer. She graciously agreed and I did a Wallpaper Wednesday post in March of 2011, about a commemorative wallpaper design she had recently completed --> click here to read. are you in the design business?" "Im

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JG Kitchens

JULY 29, 2015

I’m leaving the flooring, toilet, tub and shower tile intact. I already updated the vanity, installed accessories, (towel hooks and toilet paper holder), changed the paint and added crown molding. The rest will get a facelift. Here’s how. Rainshower/handshower combo without re-plumbing (Photo Courtesy: Kohler Co.).

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Use remodeling tips from interior designers to transform your kitchen. Image: Pickell Architecture Shop a similar look: Stools | Pendants | Cake Stand It’s not hard to see why undertaking a kitchen remodel is one of the most discussed topics in interior design. With that in mind, we decided to take this topic to the experts.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

So, for example, if China becomes a problem, we’re bringing in LVT and tile from numerous other countries. 2, there’s a lot of IP involved in the design and trend of the products that both factories will produce, and we will control that IP as well. We saw anti-dumping on quartz, we saw anti-dumping on ceramic tile.

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