The London Tile Co.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2018
After a whirlwind summer of sporting events and heatwaves, we have to admit that we are ready for the calm (and colours) of autumn. Whether it’s cosy evenings in front of the TV, woodland walks or simply watching the changes in nature all around us, we can all agree that there’s something strangely enticing about the transition period between summer and winter.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
Kitchen backsplashes are a natural place to add some individual style. From the different color options to the wide variety of materials, there are many possibilities for a unique and fun backsplash. And one of the easiest ways to add some personal style into the kitchen is to think kitchen backsplash contrast. Using contrast in a kitchen backsplash, for starters, helps the often-overshadowed area behind the stove or counter space pop.
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Giotile
SEPTEMBER 1, 2018
Modern industrial interior design is about exposing all that lies beneath to achieve raw, edgy style. The industrial-chic aesthetic, which really took hold in the late 2000s, is still going strong a decade later. The style celebrates humble materials, infusing spaces with a weathered, worn quality that resonates with many.
Diary of a Tile Addict
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
Slate House, Baltimore by Ziger/Snead Architects. Photography Jennifer Hughes & Adam Rouse. In 2018, Now in its 25th year, the Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition’s Residential award went to Ziger/Snead Architects for the Baltimore Slate House ?in Baltimore, Maryland. This striking design featured tiles by ?Imola Ceramica, supplied by distributor Conestoga Tile?
Trendir Magazine
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
How many times have we all been to a restaurant and completely fell in love with the décor? Restaurants have become the new “trendy spot” with hidden trends that only designs seem to know. We have done our research and have found a few restaurant design trends that not only appear beautifully in a restaurant setting but will inspire you to revamp your home.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
Your brick fireplace is a dependable source of heat and, if it’s wood-burning, also helps keep your heating costs low. But the outdated design may have become an eyesore, and years of soot can make it look even worse. We found several ways to make your brick fireplace look better – much, much better. This taco quartz tile fireplace is warm and inviting.
Ceramic Tile Education Foundation
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
Wondering how to best protect your marble tile? Consider a sealer and more specifically a penetrating sealer to keep your stone flooring looking beautiful. To illustrate why, here's a tile installation situation Mark Heinlein CTI #1112 and National Tile Contractors Association Training Director and Technical Trainer / Presenter recently addressed with the help of Scott Carothers.
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Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
Warrensville Heights, Ohio—Virginia Tile Co., a Midwestern distributor of ceramic tile and natural stone products, has opened its new showroom in Warrensville Heights, Ohio. The new showroom is located at 4670 Richmond Rd. The previous showroom was 4,500 square feet and the new location has allowed them to expand to 9,000 square feet. “Our goal […].
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
SEPTEMBER 3, 2018
Black dining room walls create a dramatic color palette. Image: Ramsey Interiors Our dining room walls are the one space in our home that gives us creative license to do something totally unexpected. Even the tiniest of dining rooms can handle patterned wallpaper and dark wall colors. Yes, your dining room is shared with family and guests, but most often it sits empty.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
SEPTEMBER 3, 2018
In this issue, we’re shining a spotlight on the continually evolving technical achievements of the “advanced” sectors of our industry with our sixth annual CI Top 14 list of the leading global manufacturers of advanced ceramics, glasses and refractories.
As The Tile Turns
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
At the helm of every great company lies a passionate and driven individual. At Decorative Materials, that person is our founder, Margot Hampleman.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
Solon, Ohio—Tarkett has launched a new line of luxury vinyl tile, designed to provide a cost-efficient flooring solution for a variety of small business applications. With beautiful design and an affordable price point, Resolve LVT supports your budget goals at every stage—from purchase to installation to maintenance. Easily install these natural-looking wood and stone designs in […].
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
Bringing living spaces outside has gotten more and more popular over the years. It’s a great way to blend nature and the modern comforts of home. However, some spaces focus on those modern comforts so much that outdoor elements are all but lost. If you prefer a more organic theme in your outdoor living spaces, we’ve compiled some easy ways to achieve a relaxing vibe outside that doesn’t compromise on nature.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
SEPTEMBER 3, 2018
The CI Top 14 is our fifth annual ranking of the leading worldwide manufacturers of advanced ceramics, glasses and refractories. To develop the CI Top 14, we evaluated information provided by company contacts, and combined it with additional details gleaned from annual reports, company websites, press releases, etc.
Life of an Architect
SEPTEMBER 3, 2018
Fall is just around the corner and that means it’s time for students around the country to return to their desk’s at architecture school. For most, this time is a mixture of excitement and enthusiasm, while for others, it’s a mixture of anxiety and sleepless nights … during my time in school is experienced a mixture of the two.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
Cartersville, Ga.—Patcraft was identified as one of only four carpet manufacturers to meet the city of San Francisco’s first-of-its-kind carpet purchasing ordinance. Among the strictest in the nation, the requirements outline that all carpet installed in city-funded construction projects be Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver or better, among other certification requirements.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
Autumn is the perfect season for fall porch decorating. Image: Pottery Barn We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. We absolutely love fall decorating. This is the season of pumpkin-everything, with rich and warm colors that welcome our friends and family into our homes.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
SEPTEMBER 3, 2018
Höganäs, which develops and produces iron and metal powders, recently announced that it had acquired H.C. Starck’s Surface Technology & Ceramic Powder (STC) division in March.
Trendir Magazine
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
Lofts are what designers dream of on a nightly basis. They are spacious, fun to decorate, and they typically have an open floor plan which is always a top favorite. If you have been considering the thought of owning a loft or you already own one, here are a few sophisticated loft design ideas that we are currently obsessed with. Utilize the entire space Do not be afraid to fill the space with pieces that bring its core essence to the forefront of the home.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
Cartersville, Ga.—Inspired by how differing shades can impact and enhance the built environment, Patcraft has introduced a variety of color-forward styles in 2018. These collections—ranging from carpet tile to resilient—have been designed to support the thoughtful use of color within a space, including its ability to stimulate emotions and thought processes and positively influence performance.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
SEPTEMBER 3, 2018
Renovating is tough. It’s easy to fall into tricky — and costly — mistakes. But don’t worry; we’ve got your back. Below, we’ve listed four of the most common renovation mistakes, plus tips on how to fix them. Keep reading to learn what you can do to keep your renovation safe and sound. Stick to one project at a time. Image: Design Shop Interiors Mistake #1: Tackling too much at once This one is most common among new homeowners who are coming into a fresh space wanting to
Ceramic Industry Magazine
SEPTEMBER 3, 2018
The way humans manufacture goods has changed significantly throughout history. Since the dawn of industrial society over 200 years ago, three industrial revolutions have taken man from animal power to mechanized production, mass production and into the digital age.
The Ace of Space
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
I’ve been away on an expedition of sorts over the past year. Trying to find answers to the burning questions I’ve asked myself numerous times. Should I be blogging? Is anyone really reading blogs anymore? So, with my adventurous spirit flying high paired with a curious mind, I set off on a quest. Into the […]. The post Are Blogs Really Dead?
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
Saint-Georges, Quebec—Boa-Franc, the Mirage brand hardwood flooring manufacturer, is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. From its beginnings as a small local manufacturer, the company has grown to become the leading manufacturer of hardwood floors in North America, earning many recognitions for its quality products along the way. For instance, in 2017, Boa-Franc received for […].
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
SEPTEMBER 2, 2018
Have you been thinking about buying a home recently? If so, you’ve probably asked yourself time and time again whether or not you’re actually ready to buy. After all, deciding to become a homeowner is a huge commitment. It makes sense to want to be certain before taking the plunge. The question that many struggle with is how to tell if now is the right time.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
SEPTEMBER 3, 2018
Papers concerning processing, properties, design, application and obsolescence sustainment of advanced materials are being solicited for presentation at the 43rd Annual Conference on Composites, Materials, and Structures, which will be held by the United States Advanced Ceramics Association (USACA) January 28-31 in Cocoa Beach, Fla.
Granada Tile
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
Kitchen tile backsplashes have been practical and stylish elements of kitchen for decades. Naturally, over the years, newer products and styles have come out offering homeowners the chance to update their space, refresh their design style and increase the value of their kitchen. Encaustic cement tile has gained quite a following over the past few years, however, it’s hardly a new product.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
Calhoun, Ga.—Sunweave is a Living Product Challenge Petal certified woven broadloom carpet collection that merges the time-honored craft of woven construction with today’s desire for artisanal materials, authenticity and warmth in contract spaces. Inspired by women weavers of indigenous cultures around the world, Sunweave evokes the natural patterns found in baskets, blankets and textiles realized […].
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
Once seen as an outdated addition to a home, wallpaper is coming back in a huge way. From trendy new ideas like scratch and sniff wallpaper to hyper-modern stylings, wallpaper is no longer the interior design no man’s land it once was. And one of the most unique ways to tap into wallpaper’s full potential is to use optical illusion wallpaper. Optical illusion wallpaper creates a visual trick to make you think the space is something other than it is.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
The global thermal ceramics market is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 6% from 2018-2022.
The A to Z of Building
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Lucideon, the international materials development and commercialization organization, will be hosting a free-to-attend webinar, ‘An Introduction to Investigating Failure Analysis of Onsite.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
Forney, Texas—Attendees could not stop talking about this year’s Certified Flooring Installer Association’s (CFI) Convention, which took place Aug. 15-17 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando. This year's Convention included festivities surrounding its 25th anniversary celebration. For decades, the CFI Convention has been widely recognized as the one destination drawing people from across the […].
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
Just searching for a floor plan online will yield thousands of results. And here’s the thing: There’s probably more than just one plan that would work for you and your family. So how can you narrow down the results and find the right one? Instead of aimlessly clicking through plan after plan or paging through your builder’s catalog, define what you want and use those parameters to lead you to the perfect plan.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
SEPTEMBER 3, 2018
What milestones has your company achieved? I’d love to hear about them!
The A to Z of Building
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
Dulux Trade, the UK’s leading paint brand, has revealed its coveted ColourFutures™ colour palettes for 2019. Now in its 16th year, the Dulux Trade ColourFutures™ 2019 palette is.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
Johnson City, Tenn.—Mullican Flooring has just launched its newly revamped website. The platform, designed by Johnson City-based Ntara, will enhance the user’s experience with advanced functionality and a new design. Mullican’s new website features include an interactive flooring guide, defined product specifications, installation tips and inspiration.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Just a few months after the devastating news of Anthony Bourdain’s passing, his New York City condo is up for rent. Bourdain didn’t own the property — he leased the two-bedroom, two-bath condo. Here’s a look at how the “ Parts Unknown ” star lived. Breathtaking city and river views from Anthony Bourdain’s 64th-floor condo Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the stunning views from nearly every room of the 1,283-square-foot apartment.
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