Tile Talk

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'By Arpi Nalbandian , Tileometry. Customizable cement tiles, from clockwise (top right), include: Traditional Melilla ; Classic Serengeti ; Traditional Gran Cordoba ; and Geometric 02 Cement Tile. Handmade cement tiles are a great choice for commercial, hospitality, and retail spaces. Not only do these tiles deliver an unforgettable decorative impact, but because they are handmade, they can be customized to fit the client''s needs, thanks to an extensive palette of colors.

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Kitchens for Living

DECEMBER 1, 2014

'Time to switch from “turkey talk” to tile! Hope you had a great holiday. If you haven’t found the new Kitchens for Living page on Facebook , please check it out and give me some love (ok I’ll settle for a like). Today I’d like to highlight a local resource that you should definitely know about if you live in South Florida.

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Tile+Mosaic

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'One Tradition Meets Another Detail of Amish "Wedding Ring" Quilt Pattern in Tile I''ve been amazed for years in the never ending design possibilities in tile and mosaic. In a recentt post we looked at tile I created for a coffee table done in a Navajo rug pattern motif. This post features ceramic tile for a fireplace surround created by me using the pattern found in an Amish quilt.

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Tile of Spain USA

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'PORCELANOSA , a global leader in the innovation, design, manufacturing and distribution of luxury tile, kitchen and bath products, continues to strengthen its foothold in the U.S. market with the grand re-opening of their showroom in Pompano Beach, Florida; the brand’s 22nd U.S. location. The 12.000 sq ft. showroom, centrally located in the city of Pompano Beach, contains 5 full-size kitchen structures, a wide selection of product samples and over 50 vignettes which highlight the company’s most

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The Tile Shop

DECEMBER 1, 2014

'Good morning! I hope everyone had a great holiday! We have some amazing customer photos to share with you this morning. Please click on the images to view: This first "Before" and "After" is fantastic!!! It''s from Ahmed Z. in our Edison, NJ location. We are amazed at the transformation. It features the Hampton Carrara Marble and New Haven Glass : BEFORE: AFTER: Now to some awesome tile designs by Amiel from our Louisville, KY showroom: This first kitchen uses the Hampton Carrara Pol. 5 x 20 on

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

DECEMBER 1, 2014

'Greetings! My name is Kristen Hillrud and I am your new Architectural Rep for Kate-Lo Tile & Stone in North Dakota. This is a new level of representation for Kate-Lo and I am excited to be a part of this venture, as we bring stronger brand recognition and support to the region. My main base is in Fargo, but I will be actively serving the Architect & Design community throughout North Dakota.

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The London Tile Co.

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'For many years in the UK wet rooms were reserved for luxurious hotels and spas, giving them an air of exclusivity. As they have become more affordable to install at home, wet room popularity has increased. We want to make sure you feel as though you are walking into a lavish spa each time you enter your wet room, so we’ve put together some tips for re-creating a spa style wet room at home.

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The Tile Shop

DECEMBER 3, 2014

'Good morning! We wanted to share some great news with you today! The Tile Shop was named one of the fastest growing public companies by the Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal. We put our plaque up here at the corporate offices: Please click on the image to view: Way to go Tile Shop !!!

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'Let’s face it. Kitchens get a lot of action and, even beyond being beautiful, they need to perform. Certainly, after all the time you’ve been spending in this hardworking room, a couple of updates are on your mind. On the top of your list should be updating your tile’s backsplash, especially if sleek, colorful and modern are your buzzwords.

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Making Tile Modern

DECEMBER 1, 2014

'AlliJay Kitchen. Have you been drooling over design and architecture magazines thinking there’s got to be a way you can make your kitchen or bath the rooms you’ve always wanted without depleting your savings? You have a vision and you want to make your vision a reality. But how? What are some of the tricks of the trade? “One of the big things you can do is choosing some really amazing tile and then using it wisely.”.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'A young growing family commissioned Alexandra Fedorova to design a modern 165 square-meter apartment in a green Moscow neighborhood. You may remember Fodorova’s latest projects, this minimalist-contemporary home in the Sparrow Hills residential complex or the luxurious apartment spiced up with inspiring furniture elements in Moscow’s Zelenograd region.

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The Tile Shop

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'Good morning! We were very excited to get this photo from Jarrod A. in our Deerfield, IL location. His clients used the new McAlister Taupe Mosaic on their backsplash. We have not seen this installed before….so it was a treat. It looks fantastic! Please click on the images to view: We also wanted to share some grey and white tile inspirations for the laundry room…my dog Gabby would LOVE this doggy bath: Gabby wants one!

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'How do you take care of cement tiles? That’s a question we’re often asked. But, when we suggest using a Ph-neutral soap, our answer often draws a blank look from customers. We thought we’d explain a little bit more about what we mean and link to some of our favorite cleansers. The traditional soap for cleaning cement tile is black soap.

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Conestoga Tile

DECEMBER 3, 2014

'Conestoga Tile Understanding the benefits of green tile in your home is essential to making an informed decision when you decide to remodel your bathroom , kitchen, or any other area where tile will be featured. The following are some of the most notable benefits you will want to factor into your decision: Green tile does not have any VOCs. This means you won’t have to worry about toxic chemicals seeping into the air within your home.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2014

'Architects spend years training and studying their craft. When you hire an architect you are hiring someone with home design expertise. Image Source: Domoney Architecture. Whether your construction or design aspirations are small or large scale—getting to the middle of a project and realizing you’re lost or out of resources can be an overwhelming feeling.

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The Tile Doctor

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'When you start a room remodel, one of the most important things to consider is tile color. In fact, you may design your entire room around the tile selection. However, color goes beyond just the tile. With the many colors available, grout is something you should consider with your tile.

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Rubble Tile

DECEMBER 3, 2014

'Exciting new glass tiles with a luxurious finish Metallics are in! Original Style Honfleur Gold features luscious floral detailing with gold leaf texture. Here’s something to brighten up the gloom of winter – and perhaps inspire you to make changes to your kitchen or update your bathroom in the New Year! Original Style’s latest Glassworks range includes […].

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Conestoga Tile

DECEMBER 3, 2014

'Conestoga Tile Understanding the benefits of green tile in your home is essential to making an informed decision when you decide to remodel your bathroom , kitchen, or any other area where tile will be featured. The following are some of the most notable benefits you will want to factor into your decision: Green tile does not have any VOCs. This means you won’t have to worry about toxic chemicals seeping into the air within your home.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'Studio dLux sent us photos and information depicting a colorful family home in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The reconstruction of this 56m2 apartment was planned to solve the issues of the two residents, a biologist/animal lover and her son. The first issue was the lack of privacy that both of them had, with only one bathroom to share. Another problem was the bad use of the apartment’s space, considering that the two residents also have pets.

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KB Culture

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'I love the way this design creates an invented history at the same time it makes a contemporary statement. Cut back to frame the sink, the oak paneling reveals a ''substrate'' of marble, suggesting there exists an older structure behind the wooden wall. stevenvandooren.be.

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United Tile's Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'We’re very excited to be an exclusive dealer of the beautiful new Euphoria line from Sonoma Tile! Not only does this collection offer some show-stopping colors, but the shapes are pretty fabulous as well. (We can’t even pick a favorite, we love them all so much!) Consider using Euphoria on a backsplash, fireplace surround, or as a dramatic feature in a master shower.

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Making Tile Modern

DECEMBER 1, 2014

'AlliJay Kitchen. Have you been drooling over design and architecture magazines thinking there’s got to be a way you can make your kitchen or bath the rooms you’ve always wanted without depleting your savings? You have a vision and you want to make your vision a reality. But how? What are some of the tricks of the trade? “One of the big things you can do is choosing some really amazing tile and then using it wisely.”.

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Heath Ceramics

DECEMBER 1, 2014

'We Spy…. Everyone’s Thanksgiving tables looked extra gorgeous. We’re feeling the holiday spirit! Tag us on Instagram. #heathceramics. Clockwise from top left: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4.

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KB Culture

DECEMBER 1, 2014

'Looking at this kitchen, I see swirls of cappuccino crema. Or maybe dissolving ribbons of hot chocolate. [Apologies: I''m obviously suffering the after-effects of a Thanksgiving food coma.] Still, the veining of the stone and the graining of the wood are definitely sumptuous, if not edible. The matte finish of the wall is most impressive; had it been polished, there would likely be a scattering of light reflections disrupting the pattern.

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The A to Z of Building

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'Ferro Corporation (“Company”) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of tile coating manufacturer Vetriceramici S.p.A.

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Stagetecture

NOVEMBER 29, 2014

'Who doesn’t love Instagram? You can use it to find friends, play with vintage style, and discover the latest happenings. If you are an Instagram lover like me, you’ll enjoy making this DIY craft. Instagram pictures are ideal for all kinds of crafts but this one is my absolute favorite! You can make coasters of food, funny photos, or even family photos.

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Heath Ceramics

DECEMBER 5, 2014

'Heath Design Series 2 - vases by @tungchiang opens tomorrow night @ Heath SF (at Heath Ceramics San Francisco)'

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JG Kitchens

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'One of my Gold Notes specialty advisers is Russ Faulk of Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, a fabulous cook and always super-informed on outdoor cooking trends. Outdoor cooking might not be the first thing that comes to mind in December, but if you want a sweet set-up next Spring, you’d best start planning now! And if you want that sweet set-up to include the latest gear, here are Russ’ inputs on the hottest trend in outdoor kitchens: Commercial-grade appliances for residential settings: O

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'Minimalist homes are uncluttered, clean and modern. Maybe they don’t need a lot of clutter when they have high-quality furnishings and amazing architecture? Image Source: Jose Garcia Design. If you’ve ever started a spring cleaning project, you know that it can be an overwhelming task. There are times when life just gets overwhelming and when you step back and look at everything you own—you stare in amazement at the sheer volume of “stuff” you have amassed.

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The Ace of Space

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving has past, and true to my word I took the week off. Well almost…I did one quick post but more about that at a later date. What we are most excited about today is our feature on Benjamin Vandiver, a rising star in the world of design, and a […]. The post Trading Places :: Benjamin Vandiver appeared first on The Ace Of Space Blog.

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Heath Ceramics

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'We’re at #DesignMiami today, exciting ceramic work. (at Miami Beach Convention Center).

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Burgin Construction

DECEMBER 3, 2014

'When the Remnet family contacted Burgin Construction Inc. for their Los Alamitos home remodeling needs, they wanted to discuss possible home modifications to allow for their elderly father to age in place. The Remnet’s wanted to add to the quality of life for their father while also increasing value in the home. Aging in place permits him to maintain his privacy by being in his own home, while also remaining in reasonable proximity to emergency and medical services, companionship, family, and s

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2014

'When Homepolish Designer Gabriel Fontes de Faria moved into this new construction townhouse in the city of Chicago, he had a blank canvas to create the perfect space for himself and his husband. Modernism was something Gabriel was taught to love from a young age with his mother being an architect. His husband Grant grew up in a more traditional home where everything had to be really comfortable and cozy, so the main goal for their new place was to merge the two backgrounds in some way.

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The Ace of Space

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'I waited a full 48 hours to let Marsala “breath” before I voiced an opinion on the “Color of the Year.” I had gotten a heads-up a few days ago, so I had time to consider my feelings about Pantone’s intriguing choice. At first I was a little shocked, what about blue? Did they get […]. The post Pantone’s Color of the Year 2015 :: Marsala appeared first on The Ace Of Space Blog.

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Heath Ceramics

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'More ceramics from @pierremariegiraud #DesignMiami (at Miami Beach Convention Center).

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The Perfect Bath

DECEMBER 3, 2014

'A friend recently told me to run, not walk, to the Museum of Modern Art in New York to see the Henri Matisse Cut-Outs exhibition. It was on my agenda, but there always seemed to be other priorities. I stopped making excuses and finally took the time to see the exhibit complete with its audio component. It was spectacular!! This is the most comprehensive exhibition of Matisse’s innovative work with paper and scissors created during the last decade of his life.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'Located in Brentwood, California, USA, this luxurious mansion currently listed by The Agency at $18,000,000 is visually intriguing to say the least. “534 Crestline Estate” boasts seven bedrooms, eleven bathrooms and a total surface of 12,720 square feet. Sheltered by a private gate, lush trees and greenery, the limestone facade gradually unveils modern opulence.

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