Tile Talk
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
'By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. As we conclude our tour of the Original Los Angeles Spec House, I''ll pick up where we left off from last week''s post. First, a little background information! If you love tile, then you can''t miss this rare opportunity to tour a house with tiles installed in nearly every room, including some Royal Delft cloisonné decorative tiles.
Kate-Lo Tile & Stone
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
'Kate-Lo Tile & Stone is pleased to introduce our new relationship with Florim USA. Florim USA is domestic factory that has Italian style and quality tiles. As an industry leader, their lines are rarely surpassed in quality or style and are excellent for commercial and residential installations. To kick off our new relationship, we are excited to announce the addition of Galaxy.
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The London Tile Co.
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
'Crackle Glaze tiles look great in kitchens and bathrooms, but that antique look we all love can also cause problems when grouting, as the cracks in the glaze allow moisture to be absorbed into the tiles which can cause stains. LTP Crackle Glaze Protector seals and protects the tiles, and they’ve produced the above handy video to help you keep your crazed tiles looking perfect.
Making Tile Modern
FEBRUARY 19, 2015
'Yumi kagamihara. 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. How did you come to Interior Design?
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
'Look outside your windows to learn some of mother nature’s design tricks. Image Source: The Works pdx Most people don’t always have time to stop and smell the roses, as the saying goes. However, if you are planning on decorating a space in your home, you might want to do just that. There is more design inspiration in nature than you could ever imagine.
Kate-Lo Tile & Stone
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
'With high definition graphics and refined sophistication, Urban Wood is a color body porcelain tile that replicates the look of beautifully crafted hardwood flooring. Super durable, yet with easy maintenance makes this series an instant classic for both residential and commercial applications. Kate-Lo Tile & Stone is pleased to announce that we are stocking this material in 6″x36″ planks.
Cement Style
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
'Villa Lagoon Tile can recreate antique Puerto Rican cement tiles and deliver to your door. Just send us a photo or browse our existing tile patterns and request a quote. We have supplied our colorful cement tiles for residences and restaurants in Puerto Rica. Traditional floor designs made of cement tiles, “ Losa criolla ”(creole tile) or “ losa isleño ” (island tile), as they are called in Puerto Rico, are frequently laid out like a carpet or rug with a coordinating border just as an Oriental
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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
'Let’s hop inside the creative, yet complicated, mind of an interior designer and see what it’s like in there. Better yet, let’s see what it is like to live with one. Image Source: Ohara Interiors Interior designers are mind readers— after one conversation with a new client they have an innate skill of knowing what their client wants.
Kate-Lo Tile & Stone
FEBRUARY 19, 2015
'The word “Iki” comes from the Japanese concept for chic, fashionable, stylish but also considerate, thoughtful and gallant. We think this is perfect way to describe this ultra stylish yet elegant porcelain tile. Iki is a stunning eight color minimalist line that is best described as a modern concrete-look with silky linear striations. Perfect for residential or commercial spaces,Iki is available special order, 2 – 3 weeks.
The Ace of Space
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
'I would say the first three months of any given year have always been my favorite in the world of design. It’s show season from KBIS to The AD Show. New products are being introduced and as a design writer & blogger I am trying to sort through it all. There have been so many […]. The post Objects of Desire :: 2|17|15 appeared first on The Ace Of Space Blog.
Making Tile Modern
FEBRUARY 19, 2015
'Yumi kagamihara. 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. How did you come to Interior Design?
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 14, 2015
'8A House was recently completed by Dionne Arquitectos in Puebla, a vibrant city in Mexico. The south facade of the project may lead one to think this is a modern home design based on a symmetric approach. But as you move forward, you will discover a complex geometry, one that facilitates an optimum connection to the outdoors, without compromising in privacy: “8A house was planned to attain the best orientation for each space, resulting in different external nodes turned into terraces, whi
Kate-Lo Tile & Stone
FEBRUARY 16, 2015
'Inspired by contemporary urban design, Lamiera takes the concept of sheet-metal that has been slightly aged by time. Both sleek and warm, Lamiera is a perfect complement to both residential and commercial spaces. Special order, 2 – 3 weeks. Sizes available include: 12×24 in a two color palette featuring Marrone and Grigio.
Rubble Tile
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
'Think green with sustainable wall and floor tiles Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Designs highlighting sustainable products are part of a growing trend in interior design toward “building globally.” Light weight and long-lasting, porcelain and ceramic are naturally earth-friendly materials. Many artisanal brands pride themselves on their environmental stewardship and traditional approach to tile design.
Stone Update
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
'Brazil sets all-time record in granite volume; nearly all stone sectors show dynamic growth in shipments.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
'The Queenscliff House in Sydney, Australia draws attention due to its vantage location on the edge of a cliff 100 meters above the ocean. Utz Sanby Architects envisioned a modern residence like a wedge shaped block between two close neighboring buildings. The thermally-efficient project features structural walls, high-level glazing and a special roof form which facilitates living spaces with a good level of privacy and expansive views.
StoneDimensions
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
'NOTE: In February 2015, Revista Rochas de Qualidade (Quality Rocks Magazine) – a leading stone trade magazine in Brazil – conducted an interview with MIA president Dan Rea. Here are excerpts from that interview. An Introduction to MIA president Dan Rea and the MIA. Revista Rochas de Qualidade (Quality Rocks Magazine) had the opportunity to spend a few minutes with Dan Rea, the 2015 president of the Marble Institute of America (MIA).
ISC Surfaces
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
'Marazzi''s newest porcelains feature linear, concrete and wood looks. Lounge14 Martini & Sidecar San Savino Pienza Lounge14 —Hints of subtle woven strands float atop satin-finished contemporary neutrals Colors : Cosmopolitan, Martini, Sidecar, Spritzer ColorBody Porcelain Field Tile (rectified) : 12x24, 9x36, 18x36 Trims & Accents : 2x2 Mosaic, 12x24 Strip Mosaic, 12x24 Rectified Decorative Inlay, Bullnose, Cove Base, Cove Base Out Angle Other Features : Made in the USA, Recycled Conten
The A to Z of Building
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
'LIQUID NAILS® brand today announced the launch of Extreme Landscape Block, Stone and Timber Adhesive (LN-906). The new product bonds all stone, block and timber into one super-strong structure. It.
Rubble Tile
FEBRUARY 16, 2015
'This February, Rubble Tile returns to the 36th annual Minnesota Home and Patio show. For the second year in a row, come see stylish and new tile designs at NKBA’s Trending Kitchen and Bath Center. What’s hip in kitchen and bath design? It’s simple: Bling Sinks. These sculptural basins and vessels transform a simple bathroom into an […].
Stone Update
FEBRUARY 19, 2015
'Federal advisory covers some natural stone, all quartz surfaces; could be precursor to more-strict mandates.
JG Kitchens
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
'While not a big fan of the Fifty Shades of Gray book series, (haven’t seen the movie), I am a big fan of incorporating gray into home design projects. It is versatile, calming, elegant and modern. So to capitalize on the film’s blockbuster release last weekend, here’s my new Pinterest board with 15 ways to incorporate gray shades into your non-red rooms.
Heath Ceramics
FEBRUARY 19, 2015
'Morning in the studio.
The Tile Shop
FEBRUARY 19, 2015
'Guest Blogger: Lauren This morning we hosted our local chapter''s NKBA meeting! We had a great turn out and the event was a lot of fun! Our guest spoke about Feng Shui and how to incorporate it into your designs. Here are some photos from the event. Please click on the images to view: Have a good day!
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
'How can you create a place that fits not only the personality of the owner, but also his profession? This highly modern footballer’s apartment was envisioned by interior design studio ARS-IDEA in the center of Lviv, a city in western Ukraine. By adapting all the details of the owner’s lifestyle into a one-of-a-kind design scheme, a cozy and functional crib was developed: ”While working on this project we had to change the planning of the apartment from standard two bedroom to
Life of an Architect
FEBRUARY 15, 2015
'Redlines. It’s just a word but if you are in certain circles, it’s a powerful word. “Redlines” is all you have to say to either send some into some form of post traumatic stress disorder while the face of others will light up as if you just said “You’ve won the lottery!” … I probably fall somewhere in the middle.
The Tile Shop
FEBRUARY 16, 2015
'Good morning! I want to share a contemporary bathroom display from our Brandon, FL showroom and some beautiful customer photos with you today. First….the Gillian vignette showcases our Malco Stria , Glass Platinum , Imperial Bianco Gloss and Waterford Carrara Marble. We love mixing materials….it makes the space look rich. Please click on the images to view: Next we have some customer photos from Andrew C. in our Sterling, VA showroom.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
'Kent Rd House by architect Terry McQuillan of bureau^proberts is an intriguing renovation of a 60’s traditional cottage in Brisbane, Australia.: “Originally constructed in 1906 and extended in the 1960’s, the renovation included re-cladding and finishing the existing cottage, demolition of the ageing extension, and construction of a new two storey wing at the rear.” The main challenge was to keep the character of the building intact and to employ similar materials as the ones found
The A to Z of Building
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
'MarketReportsStore.com adds Global Construction Outlook 2020 market research report on worldwide construction industry and how construction will evolve in all major countries, to its library. This.
KB Culture
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
'In the throes of our bathroom remodeling, I find myself reminiscing about things I now realize I have taken for granted. Convenient storage, for instance. Given that our current provisions consist of a tiny towel bar, a couple of ad hoc robe hooks, and a remotely located medicine cabinet, this in-shower shelving seems especially wonderful. I like how items are shielded from the water spray but are still visible and close at hand. vismaravetro.it.
Trendir Magazine
FEBRUARY 16, 2015
'When Global Views sent us an email here at Trendir with their latest decor items, we weren''t sure it was "us". Until we had a closer look. We''ve picked out a few interesting pieces - and a few funky pieces - that we think would work well as a touch of eclectic decor in any contemporary home.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
'Dutch interior architecture firm i29 designed the interior of a historic department store tower in Amsterdam’s iconic Dam Square. The unconventional interior will serve as an artist’s residence and is part of a larger program entitled “Room on the Roof” Musicians, artists, designers and other creative professionals will be invited to take up residence and create an artistic project to share with the public.
Kitchen and Residential Design
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
'The past few years have seen the kitchen grow in importance, in comparison with the rest of the house. Today, people eat, gather, and even have parties in the kitchen. Larger kitchens have replaced the small, basic ones with conveniences such as larger sinks, islands, fancy lighting, beautiful refrigerators, cookers, and so on. Most homes have picked up on the cozy, social kitchen trend.
The Ace of Space
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
'I suppose if you are a “foodie” then you are aware of “Michelin Stars” and the fact that there is a list of the Top 50 Restaurants in the world. Which also serves as a gastronomic “bucket list” of sorts? Before we adopted our daughter, I kept the list updated, with the hope of visiting […]. The post Noma :: Inside The World’s #1 Restaurant appeared first on The Ace Of Space Blog.
Trendir Magazine
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
'You don''t expect to see a spiral staircase made out of concrete. Wrought iron, yes. Steel, sure. Wood, certainly. But cement? What a bold idea. And this just isn''t any old spiral staircase. It''s the patented Helicoidal Staircase, from Rizzi. Made of monolithic elements - it has no central support column. This leaves unprecedented space in the stairwell, not just for the comfort of the climber, but for toting large pieces of furniture to the next floor up.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
'Ventura House is a modern family residence in Dorset, United Kingdom, developed by David James Architects & Associates in collaboration with Husen Developments. Located on a site with various height levels, the project was optimally adapted to its vantage position: “The site in question faces southwest on a steep slope with views towards Poole harbour from the first and second floors.
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