Granada Tile

MARCH 29, 2016

Duke’s restaurants have always been synonymous with the laid back Hawaiian beachside lifestyle, a laid back, come as you are spot to grab a bite before or after catching a few waves. Named after native Hawaiian Duke Kahanamoku, an Olympic swimming and water polo medalist and the father of modern surfing, this incarnation of the restaurant,by Bill Barsons, chairman of restaurant group T S Restaurants , designed by Hatch Design Group , Duke’s La Jolla , maintains the colorful, fun vib

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

MARCH 28, 2016

Digitalart is a stunningly modern interpretation of woven textile29 with a light three dimensional surface. It is the perfect choice for residential or commercial spaces where you require something that has the soft look of a fiber, but, with the durability of a porcelain tile. Stocked in five colors including; Denim, Grey, Ecru, Night and White in 12″x24″ formats.

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The London Tile Co.

APRIL 1, 2016

Our April Tile Offers are here, and this month we have four gorgeous ranges for you to choose from. Whether you are looking for something simple and elegant, or cool and rustic, we have a great selection of discounted tiles for you to choose from. This month you can save 25% on the Traffic range of glazed porcelain floor tiles. Available in both 600x300mm and 600x600mm, the tiles come in Soft Beige, Soft Ash and Soft Preto.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 29, 2016

This year, Coverings is excited to feature a couple of unique programs that showcase tile as a medium for creative design. SAIC Tiled Bench Exhibit. The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) will exhibit tiled benches designed by their students, and the Chicago Mosaic School will provide interactive educational classes. Over the course of a three-week program, SAIC students studying Architecture, Interior Architecture and Fine Arts, will learn about the process of selecting tile material

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Granada Tile

MARCH 31, 2016

A little bit of this, a little bit of that…it’s what we love about a tapas plate. So we were very excited to hear that @TelefericBarcelona, the renowned Spanish tapas joint, has opened in Walnut Creek, in the Bay Area. And our Cluny cement tiles are there! An open kitchen sets the tone for the convivial eaterie, which is family-owned and run.

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Tile of Spain USA

MARCH 30, 2016

Guest post from Metropolis. For decades, Spanish porcelain tile has led the field in both technical performance and visual effect. Now, Tile of Spain, a private organization of tile manufacturers primarily based in Spain’s Castellón province, is also speeding up the process by which their products reach clients. Their Quick Ship collection , which was established in 2013 and includes 40 companies and over 150 products, makes certain products available for immediate purchase in the U.S., allowing

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Making Tile Modern

MARCH 28, 2016

Modwalls | Colorful Modern Tile Since 2005. “He’s learning his colors here.”. Donna Jewell ’s kitchen is where her two-and-a-half year old grandson gets to practice his colors. Clayhaus for Modwalls Ceramic Tile. “He loves the kitchen. He asked me, ‘where did you get all these tiles?’ He points to color and knows the name. He’s getting really good!” Donna’s Georgia home was built in 1983 and she likes to keep it current.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 28, 2016

Red, white and woohoo! This amazing kitchen floor tile in the kitchen of a friend’s home using a patchwork of our concrete tiles stopped us in our tracks. Created from a mix of plain and patterned cement tiles in a tightly controlled palette of reds, creams and blues, it adds a striking note to an otherwise simple space, bringing warmth to the mostly grey kitchen.

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Heath Ceramics

MARCH 31, 2016

Sorry, we can’t tell you who the stars are (and besides, everyone’s a star), but we can certainly tell you a little about Tressa, our Registry Specialist, who’s been a part of so many big celebrations – not just weddings and commitment ceremonies but New Homes, Big Birthdays, or Just Because. A member of our Customer Service team, Tressa’s been our Registry Specialist since 2012.

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Making Tile Modern

MARCH 30, 2016

Still one of the most popular kitchens ever using our Lush 4×12 Surf glass subway tile. Now also available in an even larger 6×12 size. Modwalls | Colorful Modern Tile Since 2005. Like Grandma’s Only Better…. It’s a cloudy day here. Makes me wanna bake cookies in a kitchen like this one. The backsplash is our Lush 4×12 Surf glass subway tile.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

APRIL 1, 2016

Vila N by Giordano Hadamik Architects is a family residence in Liguria, Italy, embedded in the hills overlooking the Gulf of Imperia. The project is composed of two half subterranean volumes: to the left of the main entrance there is an open plan living area, which extends out to a sun deck and infinity swimming pool; to the right, the private wing accommodates five bedrooms,an outdoor terrace and more spectacular views. “The villa plays with the cultural landscape of the Ligurian terra

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ISC Surfaces

APRIL 1, 2016

Oceanaire Current Oceanaire Ashore With its swirling stone visuals, Oceanaire evokes ocean waves. Right in tune with the current design trend of biomimicry, this line features multidirectional striations and waves of subtle gradations to create a beautiful look reminiscent of natural forms. (Sizes noted are in inches.) Colors: Ashore, Current, Hightide, Seamount, Waverunner Shade Variation: V3 Moderate Finishes: Honed, Unpolished Porcelain Field Tile (rectified and modular): 12x24, 24x24, 6x36,

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

MARCH 29, 2016

See what Terrible Tile Owner and NTCA State Director Frank Granata has to say about his experience using ARDEX UI 740™ FLEXBONE® … “This past winter, I conducted a field trial using ARDEX UI 740™ FLEXBONE® …of course I was delighted to participate and it was even better because I would be using this product in my own home! My 100-year old house has an open first-floor plan so after dealing with substrate issues, it was time to install ARDEX UI 740.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

MARCH 31, 2016

Creating a coastal themed décor is easier than you think. Find out ways to make your home a haven in the summer by decorating like you live at the beach. Even if you do not live at the beach, bring it to your home and live in a coastal inspired interior. Begin this theme with neutrals in your home. Skip the neutral beige and lean towards crisp whites, cool greys or even a sand brown.

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Cement Style

MARCH 31, 2016

Bon Appetit Cover March 2016. Where Great Taste Begins… We spotted a few of our cement tiles while flipping through the March 2016 issue of Bon Appetit. In fact, your likely to find our cement tile wherever you find amazing food or is it the other way around… you decide. Spot it below: Lisbon (Third down on the left), Tangier (Third down center), Kismet (bottom center).

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Stagetecture

MARCH 28, 2016

Next to the kitchen, the bathroom is the most important room in a home. It is the place where people unwind after a long day or spend some time alone. If you recently updated your bathroom, don’t stop there. For the room to be a true sanctuary, continuous improvements are a must. Here are some ways you can enhance your small bathroom remodel. How to Enhance Your Small Bathroom Remodel.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

APRIL 1, 2016

Today’s ARDEX #FLEXBONEFriday installation comes from the deep south- San Antonio, Texas to be exact! ARDEX Choice Contractors J&R Tile , Inc installed 2,000 square feet of ARDEX UI 740 Uncoupling Membrane at the Huntington Office Building. JR Installers said “We love their products and outstanding technical service. We are sold on ARDEX!

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Conestoga Tile Blog

MARCH 26, 2016

Grey is becoming wildly popular. It is also taking over as the new neutral of choice and shoving beige right out of the way. It is such a wonderfully versatile neutral that can transform a space into something modern, traditional or even transitional. Find out how to use “greige” in your home! This color can be used on walls , ceilings , floors , fabrics , upholstery, cabinets and countertops.

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Heath Ceramics

APRIL 1, 2016

Juicy Hues for the Summer Orange you glad winter’s over? This summer, our seasonal collection is all about our long-standing love of orange—a color that’s been a big part of Heath’s identity since our founding in 1948. And those warmer tones of the color wheel are perfect for the long, hazy summer days ahead. Introducing a fresh-pressed palette featuring new special technique Orange Glow, glossy Cayenne, crisp Tangerine, and soft Sunrise, all balanced with elegant neutrals Gossamer and Opaque Wh

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StoneDimensions

MARCH 28, 2016

Coverin gs wants you to have a productive and personalized experience in Chicago at McCormick Place, April 18-21. By participating in our fabricator-specific Appreciation Day on Wednesday, April 20, which facilitates enhanced learning and networking opportunities for attendees, you are guaranteed to make the most of your time at Coverings. Fabricator Day features a roundtable lunch, focused education sessions, happy hours and more.

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Stone Update

MARCH 30, 2016

Industry-research group predicts flooring will make up more than 87% of tile market by decade’s end.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 29, 2016

We’re now officially in Spring, my favorite season of the year. I love the weather and lengthening daylight. I love the flowers blooming all around and spending more time outdoors to enjoy them. I’m fortunate to live in San Diego, where we have Spring-like weather for most of the year, but I know that many of my readers do not. Still, even the Northeast and Midwest get lovely temps during Spring, and get to unbundle for their outdoor excursions.

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Heath Ceramics

MARCH 29, 2016

Amazing hand carved maple form with India ink stain by @julianwattsstudio coming to the #boilerroomsf this Saturday. Join us for the opening from 4-6pm (rsvp info on our site). (at Heath Ceramics San Francisco).

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MARCH 31, 2016

Located on a steep site in Cloverdale, California, this vineyard residence by Turnbull Griffin Haesloop Architects replaces a 1970s kit log home on the site. The client’s brief requested a sustainable house with minimal impact on the surrounding landscape. “Our strategy was to utilize all of the existing site improvements and reuse the wood from the existing kit log structure to build a new house that would open out to the land and take advantage of the expansive views and south fac

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Stone Update

MARCH 31, 2016

Pairing will encourage education, building of relationships in the industry.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 29, 2016

You might be surprised to learn that I am not on a first name basis with Peter Zumthor. Everything that I know about myself tells me that he and I would enjoy each others company … at least I would, and that’s 87% of the reason he and I should be hanging out. Interestingly enough, when I find some downtime and I want to randomly search the internet, I start with Peter Zumthor.

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Heath Ceramics

MARCH 28, 2016

New tile pattern in unglazed manganese tile!

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MARCH 30, 2016

The custom home builders at Finney Construction completed the redesign of this 1970s residence located in Caulfield, Australia. The contemporary update isn’t shy about it’s newness. The complex street facade stands out in the more conservative Caulfield area. The main entrance door is flanked by “a combination of Dado Render and Woodform Timber Batons on a curved wall.” Inside, it’s all clean lines, white walls, concrete-inspired textures, and lacquered surfaces.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

MARCH 30, 2016

Did you know ARDEX offers complimentary ARDEX Academy training all over North America? Last week, installers attended ARDEX MC™ Moisture Control Training in Mississauga, Ontario! Register for an ARDEX Academy training near you! Click for the full list.

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The A to Z of Building

APRIL 1, 2016

When it comes to indoor lighting, nothing beats the sun's rays streaming in through windows. Soon, that natural light could be shining through walls, too. Scientists have developed transparent.

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Heath Ceramics

MARCH 29, 2016

Works in various stages at Julian’s studio. @julianwattsstudio’s Selected Works opens Saturday in the Boiler Room.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MARCH 27, 2016

The Lantern Ridge House sits atop a small wooded hill in Kerhonkson, New York. From its hilltop seat, it’s windowed walls face both sunrise and sunset. The creative team at Studio MM was challenged to design a contemporary forest retreat suited for a family and their guests. “The primary goal of the project was to create a home that responds to its natural surroundings while catering to the flexible needs of a client that craves both private reflection and social engagement,”

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Burgin Construction

MARCH 30, 2016

Burgin Construction Inc. has been nominated as Best Construction Business Blogger in the 2016 JDR Industry Blogger Awards! “The JDR Industry Blogger Awards bring additional recognition to the work of the best blogs in the business, while supporting our efforts to promote the professionalism of the remodeling industry, celebrate innovative communication and inspire our clients with the latest ideas in home design.”.

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The A to Z of Building

MARCH 26, 2016

The University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law drew national attention when it celebrated the grand opening of its new LEED Plantinum building earlier this year, held up as a model of green.

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Heath Ceramics

APRIL 1, 2016

Even though it’s a bit chilly, summer is here! Our new summer colors are warming us up…in the shops and online.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MARCH 29, 2016

This newly opened Japanese restaurant in Poznań, Poland is our idea of a thematic restaurant. The vibrant TOKYO TEY Sushi Store, designed by Mode:lina architekci , takes inspiration from the freshness of sushi rolls. “The color scheme inspired by natural colors of sushi appears on the triangle pattern stripe and other branding elements, as designed by Anna Markowska ,” the architects said. “The triangular motif can also be spotted on the illuminated counter with a white st

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

MARCH 28, 2016

UPRCCC’s 12-story, 287,000 square foot facility will be the first of its kind in the Caribbean. Partnered with the University of Texas’ MD Anderson Cancer Center, it is positioned to become a center of excellence in cancer prevention, research and outreach. This world-class facility needed world-class solutions and service, and the outstanding teamwork of ARDEX Sales Pro Alex Rivera, distributor AOR Building Supplies and ARDEX Choice Contractor™ CJ Caribe won the day.

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