Tile of Spain USA

JULY 28, 2015

Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER), is proud to announce an open call for the 14th Tile of Spain Awards competition. The awards honor international excellence in projects with Spanish ceramic tile in three categories: Architecture, Interior Design and Degree Project in Architecture.

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Spain Architecture Tile Design 200

Tile Talk

JULY 28, 2015

By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. This post is a contribution to the Range Hoods Inc July Blog Hop & $50 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway. As a blog hop participant, we've been asked to write about Summer DIY & Home Improvement. Check out the link to read other DIY contributions, learn more about the blog hop, and a chance to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card.

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Backsplash Tile San Jose Cement 150

Granada Tile

JULY 31, 2015

For most of the world, Bilbao has become synonymous with Frank Gehry’s fantastical museum of the same name. in the city of the same name in Spain. (Fun fact for any Tolkein fans out there: in Basque, the city’s name is Bilbo, the first name of the reluctantly brave Hobbit in The Hobbit ) Because of its many swoops and swerves, this historic cement tile pattern reminded us of Bilbao. .

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Cement Tile Backsplash Spain 162

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

JULY 31, 2015

Sometimes deals are too good to pass up. Our tile outlet center has customers that will stop at nothing to get the best bargain. Our outlet center is open Monday – Saturday from 9am – 5pm. What are you waiting for?

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Tile 147

Tile of Spain USA

JULY 29, 2015

From facades to countertops, cladding and flooring applications, thin tile can be used nearly anywhere. Tile of Spain manufacturers offer a range of the most cutting edge thin tile choices in the world, as thin as 3mm. Here’’s a look at some of the Spanish ceramic thin tile that is available for quick purchase in the US today as part of the Tile of Spain Quick Ship Collection.

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Ceramics Tile Spain Colors 154

JG Kitchens

JULY 29, 2015

One of my earliest Pinterest boards was My Sensible Style Kitchen. In that one, I shared the elements I’d like to include in a fully-remodeled Chez J kitchen. This new board, My Sensible Style Bathroom, takes on my master bath. It’s not a room I’m going to completely remodel; it doesn’t need it and I would likely not fully recoup the investment.

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Bath Painted Kitchen San Diego 109

Granada Tile

JULY 31, 2015

Over on VivaFullHouse , our Badajoz cement tile gets a spot in her round up of her dreams for a kitchen with deep blue or navy cabinets (and our Badajoz concrete tiles of course!). This is an unusual and beautiful color for a kitchen and we love her use of our Badajoz encaustic tile in reverse of the way we’ve seen them before (as the concrete tile floor in this stunning Jessica Helgerson kitchen, for example).

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Cement Kitchen Tile Backsplash 100

The Tile Shop

JULY 31, 2015

Good morning! I have some awesome customer photos and a newly designed space from our Matthews, NC showroom to share with you today. First….a beautiful stone bathroom from Steve Gilerman in our Westbury, NY showroom. Steve worked with Precision Plus Contractors to design this space. Featuring our Volcano natural stone and the Puno listello: Please click on the images to view: Next is a cool glass and marble shower from George Spantidos in our Norwalk, CT store.

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Natural Stone Design Marble Mosaics 100

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 29, 2015

Home automation is no longer reserved for the extremely wealthy or the tech lover. Image Source: Unique Stone It once seemed like something from science fiction, but home automation technology is here—and it may be the key to maximizing your home’s energy efficiency. Home automation includes any technology used to remotely control and monitor the function of your home’s systems—and can equal substantial savings when applied to energy efficiency.

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System Tools Study Stone 87

Making Tile Modern

JULY 31, 2015

Regina Gong. Regina Gong is a good friend and because of that, she has good friends with good taste. As they say, ‘like attracts like,’ but is it possible for some really gorgeous tiles to come between two friends? “I was on Houzz looking at all these tiles and complaining that I couldn’t find anything that was unique or in our budget.

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Tile Colors Kitchen Decorative 67

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JULY 28, 2015

Click to watch this elegant pattern walkway installation using ARDEX tiling products. Can we say amazing?

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Stone Products Tile 53

ISC Surfaces

JULY 31, 2015

Arty Milk Wave Arty —Inspired by plaster walls, Arty wall tile features chalky, natural looks and 3D wave patterns that combine cutting-edge aesthetics with the functional advantages of high quality white-body ceramic. (All sizes noted are in inches.) Colors : Charcoal, Curry, Malt, Milk, Sugar, Tabasco White-Body Wall Tile (rectified): 16x32 Accents (varies by color): Mini-Brick Mosaic, 16x32 Wave, 16x32 Textile, 2-piece Urban deco For additional information, please follow the link to the Atlas

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Mosaics Design Ceramics Colors 40

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 28, 2015

Modern cottage design can make you rethink your perspective on solitude. This modern family cottage with dark framed windows captures expansive views of the forest around. Built on a steep cliff’s edge, the Val-des-Monts Cottage in the Gatineau hills of Canada captures arresting views of the nearby lake. Children will definitely learn to respect nature and enjoy its ever-changing beauty.

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Flooring Design Canada Outdoor 87

Making Tile Modern

JULY 31, 2015

Regina Gong. Regina Gong is a good friend and because of that, she has good friends with good taste. As they say, ‘like attracts like,’ but is it possible for some really gorgeous tiles to come between two friends? “I was on Houzz looking at all these tiles and complaining that I couldn’t find anything that was unique or in our budget.

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Tile Kitchen Colors Decorative 40

CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 30, 2015

Installing tile 15” or longer on any side? Did you know you need a mortar rated for large and heavy tile? CUSTOM offers six Large Format Tile (LFT) mortars that promote flat, even tile installations. MegaLite: Ultimate performance, crack prevention, lightweight, for walls and floors ProLite: Premium performance, lightweight, for walls and floors FlexBond-LFT: Premium performance, crack prevention, for walls and floors.

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Tile Natural Stone Canada Stone 40

Conestoga Tile Blog

JULY 30, 2015

We’re proud of our residential tile installation in New England. Our design team continues to pull out all the stops to create some truly remarkable kitchens, bathrooms, and entryways. Source: Conestoga Tile. The following are three examples of the quality materials and stunning craftsmanship our team has the skill to deliver time and time again.

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Tile Backsplash Stone Decorative 40

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 26, 2015

Recently designed and implemented by Studio Metrocubo , House Sperone is a private residence located in Novigrad, Croatia, on the coast of the Adriatic Sea. Integrated within the medieval city walls, this place previously functioned as a wine cellar and a discotheque. Today, it is a 5 star holiday house with four bedrooms, living area, wellness and indoor swimming pool.

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Croatia Decking Stone Outdoor 87

Heath Ceramics

JULY 31, 2015

Oliver on the vintage tile office floor hallway (blocking the whole hallway) (at Heath Ceramics)

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Flooring Tile Ceramics 40

Kitchens for Living

JULY 29, 2015

Every designer has a trademark. One of mine definitely is the microwave drawer. Why? It’s safe, easy to use and very unobtrusive. Yes, a microwave drawer will cost you a bit more than the over-the-range type but it’s oh so worth it! A sleek version of the microwave drawer by Wolf. Controls are on the top when you open the door. Gently push and it pops open.

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Kitchen Design 189

Stone Update

JULY 29, 2015

Exports stateside and to Germany offer lead outlet markets for Italy’s natural-stone industry in year’s first three months.

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Natural Stone Stone Germany Italy 40

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 25, 2015

Artigas Arquitectes completed the design of R House , a private residence with a clean modern architecture located in Barcelona, Spain. According to the architects,”the difficulty of the great slope is the predominant factor behind this house project. It is distributed and adapted into the natural ground from pure volumes, instead of making great modifications to the topography, so it creates three habitable levels with wide terrace spaces that have excellent orientation, and a direct and

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Natural Stone Spain Outdoor Architecture 87

Heath Ceramics

JULY 29, 2015

The Do’s and Don’ts of Heath Dinnerware Heath Ceramics pieces are the result of thoughtful design and top-notch local manufacturing, plus a little bit of love from everyone on our team. But it’s not just in the making: Heath dinnerware and accessories can use a little extra TLC once you bring them home too. We sat down with our smart and super-friendly Customer Service team—Tressa, Vanessa, and Sibyl—to talk through the ins and outs of how best to keep them looking fresh and clean.

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Ceramics Products China How To 40

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JULY 27, 2015

F.H. Corky Smith Gymnasium Courts & Sports serves as an information center for youth and adult sports programming offered year-round throughout San Marcos community. This facility houses two gyms, as well as a large multi-purpose room for additional sports and fitness instruction. During a remodel of the gymnasium entry way, concession stand and common areas two major sub-floor issues were discovered as renovations began.

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System Flooring 59

Stone Update

JULY 29, 2015

Russian economic doldrums affect last month’s event; however, big projects stimulating stone imports.

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Report Stone 40

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 27, 2015

Designed by Mistry Architects , Clover Villa is contemporary home set within a golf course development on the outskirts of Bangalore, India. The aim of the architects was to maximize views to the vast surrounding greenery and provide a comfortable living space for the owners. Featuring three bedrooms, a home theater and a rooftop terrace complete with bar and seating area, this generously-sized home provides plenty of spaces for entertaining with friends.

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India Decking Stone Flooring 87

Heath Ceramics

JULY 28, 2015

More Alabama The opening of Alabama on Alabama in the Boiler Room was a blast. Thank you to everyone who came! The rest of the weekend was filled with visitors, shoppers, and workshop attendees, all of whom got to experience a bit of the South. We’re nearly sold out of this Thursday’s workshop with Natalie Chanin , so make sure to nab a seat to sew a tote bag under the tutelage of Natalie herself.

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Alabama San Francisco Ceramics 40

Burgin Construction

JULY 25, 2015

Burgin Construction Inc. has just completed a full kitchen and dining area remodel in this gorgeous home in Dana Point. The Herritt family wanted to completely update their traditional kitchen, while adding storage opportunities and creating a more unified flow for their kitchen and dining area. View the complete photo gallery here to see our custom craftsmanship firsthand.

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Kitchen Bath Interior Design Design 58

The A to Z of Building

JULY 30, 2015

The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan, along with community partners, today celebrated the groundbreaking for a new affordable housing project for families with complex needs. The six-unit.

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Canada 55

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 28, 2015

When you see this sculptural wall dancing its geometry in front of your eyes, you know you are at the Nosotros Bar in São Paulo, Brazil. And since you’re in Brazil, mind as well enjoy a sophisticated drink prepared by Rafael Araújo in a stunning ambiance. Designed by Brazilian architecture and design firm Studio Otto Felix , the Nosotros Bar features an arresting faceted sculptural wall stretching up to shape the ceiling and meant to draw attention to the bartender.

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Brazil Stone Architecture Design 87

Heath Ceramics

JULY 30, 2015

@alabamachanin trunk show tomorrow at Heath SF in the #sfboilerroom (at Heath Ceramics San Francisco).

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San Francisco Ceramics 40

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JULY 30, 2015

Spotted– HENRY 356 on the set of NBC’s Parenthood ! Zeke Braverman’s garage just wouldn’t be complete without a pail on the shelf.

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The A to Z of Building

JULY 29, 2015

Mordor Intelligence releases their report on the Global Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) Market. The report elucidates the situation of insulated concrete forms around the world and studies the markets.

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Report Study 52

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 29, 2015

This large island home with a long coastline and undulating archipelago rocks in Tavastbodaviken, Sweden is an adventurer’s dream retreat. The main building on this property (discovered by Freshome on Skeppsholmen ) has a total surface of 340 square meters and displays beautiful facades in Siberian larch. The first floor greets visitors with a generously-sized lounge area with kitchen, living room and dining in an open plan.

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Sweden Stone Kitchen Flooring 87

The London Tile Co.

JULY 28, 2015

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Interior Design Design 100

KB Culture

JULY 30, 2015

Multiple choice: A] The subterranean sauna that is the New York City subway in the summer B] The planet Mercury C] A late-July canoe paddle through the sultry bayous of New Orleans D] This place [above]. Correct. andersonanderson.com.

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New York City New York 48

Giotile

JULY 30, 2015

Post NeoCon events are annual, local events for the architectural and design communities throughout the country. Post NeoCons serve as occasions for suppliers to introduce their latest and greatest products to regional design communities–a great alternative for A&D professionals who were unable to attend the NeoCon trade show held yearly at Chicago’s Merchandise Mart.

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Nashville Chicago Architecture Products 47

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 31, 2015

KNQ Associates sent us photos and information of an asymmetrical apartment that their chief designer Stanley Tham completed in Singapore. Introducing angled lines and undulating surfaces to create a direct visual contrast against straight and flat elements, the architect deconstructed the interiors in a subtle, unobtrusive manner. Even the little details(like the customized picture of black and white photography) which decorate the walls are arranged artfully in an atypical collage arrangement t

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Singapore Design Study Colors 87