Tile Talk
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
'By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. Recently, I had a rare opportunity to tour a house with Royal Delft tiles installed in almost every room. Located in the Fairfax District of Los Angeles, the home tour was arranged by Joe Taylor and Sheila Menzies of The Tile Heritage Foundation for a collector. The small, unassuming corner lot house is a treasure trove of original Dutch cloisonné tiles and mural from the 1920s.
Tile of Spain USA
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
'Find the beauty and balance in imperfection with Ceraspaña 34 , the newest edition of the magazine published ASCER, the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association. This issue of the interactive online magazine in includes: Balance in imperfection – a review of how technology and innovation are creating unique collections where no two tiles are the same.
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Granada Tile
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
'Last week we shared about the custom tiles we created for a Texan kitchen that propelled it onto the cover of Bungalow. Here’s another view of that same kitchen, this time gracing the cover of the January interiors edition of Tribeza , another Austin-based publication. In this photo, the tiled backsplash shares center stage with the smiling family.
As The Tile Turns
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
'The Decorative Materials team in Edwards, Colorado is excited to invite you to join us for the unveiling of 15 NEW vignette installations and host a dynamic CEU! We would love to see you on Thursday, February 19 starting at 5 p.m. at Decorative Materials Edwards. We''ll be pouring and serving appetizers prior to beginning the CEU presentation at 5:30 p.m.
The London Tile Co.
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
'Wet rooms are often associated with luxury, however they are becoming more and more popular as an option for those with mobility issues such as the elderly or less abled. The level access shower removes the need to step over a bath or even shower tray, creating a more accessible bathing experience. We’ve put together some top tips to help you create a stylish and practical accessible wet room.
The Tile Shop
FEBRUARY 12, 2015
'Good morning! Today we have a "sneak peak" of the new Altamonte Springs, FL showroom to share with you. Altamonte Springs is a suburb just north of Orlando. The target open date for this showroom is February 28!! They are hard at work tiling….we can''t wait for it to all be finished and open for business! We designed many new vignettes for this store.
Granada Tile
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
'We love our coffee over here at Granada Tile so we’re always delighted to be selected to shine in another coffee shop. From Fez at Intelligensia in Los Angeles to a mix of Fez and Cluny at Blue Bottle Coffee in New York, Granada tile and coffee are a match made in caffeine heaven! To add to the list, Olympia Coffee in Washington State. Here our Cluny tiles not only add a note of old world charm to the otherwise stark, modern space, but the tile’s design also appears on the shop
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The London Tile Co.
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
'If you’ve picked up your copy of House Beautiful magazine this month you might have spotted our red Bevel Brick metro tiles or blue Vibrants large format tiles in the Choose The Best – Deco Update section (page 19 of the March 2015 issue). These ranges feature bold colours and add a splash of colour to kitchen walls.
The Tile Shop
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
'Good morning! We have some terrific customer photos to share with you today! This first design was sent in by Julia from our Cordova, TN showroom. Josh Deason designed this amazing fireplace for his clients. I LOVE the pop of color, and the way they carried it through to the art and accessories. Our Kirkland mosaic has never looked better, great job!
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
'For those of you who ever doubted the power of modern architecture, it can re-frame your desires and teach you about the importance of simplicity. This astonishing courtyard house in Scottsdale, Arizona, proves that a clean, functional design can support an inspiring effect on the interior and exterior atmosphere. Designed by Wendell Burnette Architects , the captivating desert courtyard house constructed from soil excavated from the site will stay with you as a reminder of the beauty that can
Making Tile Modern
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
'Kylin O’Brien. Kylin O’Brien is an artist and a healer who LOVES color. As a healer, Kylin specialized in Reiki, Feng Shui and Detoxification. At Modwalls , we love color, design and living well, so couldn’t wait to talk with her about how color can affect and transform people’s lives. “As most of us know, each color has its own frequency at which it (light) moves through space,” states Kylin. “As such, humans are impacted by, or feel , each of the col
Trendir Magazine
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
'This incredible distressed wood floor has a secret. It''s not really wood. It''s wood looking tile. Introducing Blendart - the new porcelain tile collection by Ceramica Sant''Agostino. The gnarled wood effect is magnificent alone but then they''ve added the painted effect, which is really the icing on the cake. Come on, how many of you thought this was real wood?
Cement Style
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
'Villa Lagoon Tile’s patterns adorn some of the most charming miniature rooms. Sylvia Groetjes , a highly skilled Dutch artist of charming scale model rooms and chateaux uses our Villa Lagoon Tiles Coastal Collection in many of her projects. Her Chambre de Séraphine has a balcony and bathroom floor of our Trapani “Midnight” This tile is a Villa Lagoon Tile exclusive and was originally designed by Lundy Wilder for a master bedroom floor.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
'Undergoing a renovation – and a historic one nonetheless – is a task best left to creative professionals, who can envision a new life for an old building that still has so many to offer. This renovated stone house in a historic village in Switzerland is not only a dream come true for its owners, but an example for modernizing historic homes.
Trendir Magazine
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
'A modern sink drain design does not have to be boring! Witness the Scarabeo horizontal drain that cuts through the entire length of the basin. Just when you thought there was nothing left that would amaze you in the bathroom sink world! Introduced in the new sink series Mizu, the innovative drain is not camouflaged as in most today''s sinks but instead, it''s made into an object of attention, adding an intriguing aesthetic with its graphic straight line design.
Heath Ceramics
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
'Come get some honey for your honey. Clockwise from top left: Eat: The Little Book of Fast Food by Nigel Slater / Big Dipper Wax Works taper candles / Heath tile in Stone Gold, Cedar, New Mango, and Soft Yellow / Massey Honey / Skinny laMinx tea towel / Ed Wohl cutting board / PapaLlama greeting card / Studio Prepa glass bowl.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
'There’s always more to undergoing a holiday home renovation than appears at first. Combining respect for the surroundings, simplicity and inspiration, rural areas can be revived like the legendary Phoenix bird. Located in Belgium’s Walloon region, this inspiring holiday stone house flaunts a pitched roof reminiscent of the local architectural language.
Rubble Tile
FEBRUARY 9, 2015
'Jasba Loop vibrant and energetic wall tiles The Lime community is located on Lake and Lyndale in Minneapolis, MN. This thriving, vibrant corner is home to hip local businesses and bustling urban energy. Designed by BDH+Young, this modern apartment building is colorful and youthful. The lobby and concierge desk at Lime is flanked by a 120 square […].
KB Culture
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
'I see this shower as a love letter—or maybe a poem [free verse, to be sure]—to the interplay of color and material. As the glass enclosure curves, its edges glow in a rainbow of hues. The graphics of the tile floor have a psychedelic sensuality to them that is the hallmark of the room''s designer, Karim Rashid. nhow-hotels.com.
Heath Ceramics
FEBRUARY 9, 2015
'We Spy… We love seeing new tile installations. Tag us on Instagram. #heathceramics Clockwise from top left: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 12, 2015
'Exhibiting a distinct modern design, the Monolithic House in the Italian town of Castrovillari was thoroughly planned and implemented by Studio Brain Factory. The 1,830 sq ft apartment is based on a concept inspired by the volumetric subtractions of a monolithic block: “The majestic views of the Pollino massif mountains, clearly visible from the luminous windows of the apartment, lead to the choice of the stone as conceptual raw material.” Despite this rigid theme, the contemporary
Making Tile Modern
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
'Kylin O’Brien. Kylin O’Brien is an artist and a healer who LOVES color. As a healer, Kylin specialized in Reiki, Feng Shui and Detoxification. At Modwalls , we love color, design and living well, so couldn’t wait to talk with her about how color can affect and transform people’s lives. “As most of us know, each color has its own frequency at which it (light) moves through space,” states Kylin. “As such, humans are impacted by, or feel , each of the col
ISC Surfaces
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
'Wilsonart is introducing a new line of Quartz countertops to provide even more surface options from this trusted brand. Quartz countertops are an engineered surface comprised of ground quartz stone, binding resins, and dyes. Wilsonart Quartz is available in a broad range of designs and colors that won’t fade or wear away. This remarkable, renewable material is a beautiful, affordable alternative to granite and other stone surfaces.
Heath Ceramics
FEBRUARY 12, 2015
'It’s been a treat to have so many exceptional Japanese products at Heath SF as part of Dashi Katachi , our show featuring the best of modern Japanese craft, design, and food. And though we consider ourselves quite savvy about international cuisine, there are still a few Dashi pantry items that we hadn’t cooked with before (or even seen before!). We took this as a fun opportunity to try something new and asked the Think Green Produce team (part of the Dashi Shop) to share their favorite recipes
Cement Style
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
'Recently renovated BOKA Restaurant has reopened to an avalanche of praise, including “ Restaurant of the Year “, and “ Chef of the Year ” for new partner and executive chef Lee Wolen. While we read that the food is divine, critics also rave about the new decor, which features fabulous Ikat pattern cement tiles from Villa Lagoon Tile.
Design With an Attitude
FEBRUARY 9, 2015
'Our buying team just got back from the much-anticipated buying trip to New York City and the New York Now home accessory and gift show. It is inspiring to spend a few days traipsing around the city. The team spent the first day checking out the city. It happened to be in during the snowiest January on record, but being mountain gals, they loved every minute of it.
Stone Update
FEBRUARY 9, 2015
'“Stone Trends 2015” among sessions slated for April in Orlando.
Heath Ceramics
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
'Mexican artist and designer Carla Fernández is coming to the Boiler Room at Heath SF in March for a very special show, Carla Fernández: Design. Culture. Mexico. Curated by Renee Zellweger of SummerSchool , the show is an evolution of the critically acclaimed 2014 exhibit at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Carla Fernández: The Barefoot Designer: A Passion for Radical Design and Community.
Margaret Almon Mosaics
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
'Orange Pendant by Margaret Almon. Glass, ceramic, gold smalti, 1 inch square. Shop Orange.
JG Kitchens
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
'As you know, I write for a number of publications. Here are a few recent articles that may be of interest to Gold Notes readers. This piece covers top remodeling trends for 2015 for our daily newspaper, the San Diego U-T. I will be writing a monthly feature for them this year on remodeling topics. The next one will cover top products from Design & Construction Week.
The Tile Shop
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
'Good morning! I have some great customer photos to share with you this morning! This first BEFORE and AFTER is from Stacey B. in our Southlake, TX showroom. She used the Clyde architectural facing for the backsplash in this fantastic kitchen….looks fantastic! Please click on the images to view: BEFORE: AFTER: This next master bathroom is from John H. in our Farmington, MI showroom.
Heath Ceramics
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
'Layered glaze, hex tiles!! Still warm.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
'FORM/Kouichi Kimura Architects completed the development of the Scape House , a modern family residence in Shiga, Japan. The hillside location of the project and lake views from certain vantage points dictated a design opened towards the landscape. However, the owners’ brief requested a high level of privacy. The “compromise” was to build a home with key-placed window openings: “ In this project, versatile spaces that incorporate light and scenery were intended by the wi
Life of an Architect
FEBRUARY 8, 2015
'Do you really want to be an architect? Despite having days when I really don’t feel like coming to work, I consider myself extremely lucky to do what I do for a living. Being an architect is rewarding in ways that I don’t think could be easily replicated in a different field of work. My heart goes out to anyone who is miserable in their job, regardless of what that job actually entails.
The Ace of Space
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
'As promised this post is devoted entirely to Project :: Master-bath and our collaboration with Kohler Co. Enter April of last year, and I was contacted by a P/R Firm and my buddy Josh to see if I would be interested in installing a bath cabinet in my home from Kohler’s Tailored Vanity Collection www.kohler.com. […]. The post The Big Reveal :: Project Master-bath by Kohler appeared first on The Ace Of Space Blog.
Heath Ceramics
FEBRUARY 7, 2015
'Shadow play with chimes from Ladies & Gentlemen Studio. #heathfinds (at Heath Ceramics San Francisco).
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