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Switching Gears: AC’s Mosaic Tile Collection

Architectural Ceramics

Summer is nearly over. As a result, families find themselves switching gears from vacation mode to getting back to the grind with school and work. While kids are stocking up on school supplies, adults are taking stock of their upcoming projects for the second half of the year. Let’s take a look at one of Architectural Ceramic’s own in-stock products: Gears.

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“Two Homes In Oropesa” Wins Tile of Spain Award in Architecture

Tile of Spain USA

A panel of renowned architects recently awarded winners in the 15th annual Tile of Spain Awards , presented by ASCER. The first place award in the Architecture category was presented to ‘Two Homes in Oropesa” (Toledo, Spain) by Paredes Pedrosa Architects. The town of Oropesa, at the foot of the Sierra de Gredos mountain range in the province of Toledo Spain, is renowned for its ceramics and for its castle.

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These 15 Basement Bar Ideas Are Perfect For the “Man Cave”

Trendir Magazine

Is your beau creating a macho escape for himself – and the buds – down below? These 15 basement bar ideas are perfect for the “man cave” in your home. Of course, everyone will eventually get to enjoy the space when any kind of entertaining needs come to call. But for the man of the house, he’ll certainly enjoy the extra luxury that’s been added to his own space.

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Refurbished Stone House in Portugal Unveils Modern Interiors

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Rehabilitating a century-old stone construction of 400 square meters (4,305 square feet) was a challenging task for the team at AR Studio Architects. The Eira House , located in the city of Vale de Cambra, Portugal, was completely refurbished, without compromising its original architecture features. It is now a vibrant home with an authentic feel, always open for the owners’ extended family and friends. “This rehabilitation is divided into 2 programming blocks,” the architects

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Twin Cities Tile Spotlight: Eden Wall Tile by Ragno

Rubble Tile

To kick off August, we spotlight a tile that keeps things cool and brings a sense of classic calm to your space. The Eden wall tile line by Ragno consists of beautifully crafted glazed porcelain stoneware that combines timeless style with contemporary details. These high quality Italian tiles put a modern spin on the enduring […]. The post Twin Cities Tile Spotlight: Eden Wall Tile by Ragno appeared first on Rubble Tile : Minneapolis Tile Shop and Showroom.

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Live Your Colors with Modwalls Tile

Making Tile Modern

#sundayfunday This retro cool shower head is functional fun! And our Kiln Wedge Ceramic tile in the background ads to the delightful experience. By @konstrukciostudio #bathroomtiles #shower #showerdesign #interiordesign #retrostyle.

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15 Awesome Wallpapers For Creating Wow-Worthy Accent Walls

Trendir Magazine

Wallpaper isn’t a trend of the past, in fact, it’s more in style than ever! Thankfully, there are tons of prints and patterns out there that fit our unique tastes and eclectic visions. Take a peek at our favorite finds below! These 15 awesome wallpapers are perfect for creating wow-worthy accent walls all around your own home. From the foyer to the nursery, they’ll definitely make a splash.

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Before and After Placentia Home Remodel

Burgin Construction

The Hunt family was more than ready for an upgrade, and not in just one room. With three bedrooms, a hallway, and two bathrooms that were dated, dark and lacking in storage space, it was definitely time for a change. We began by having designer Tamara Stratton work with the client to create a plan that would provide more open space, allow for more natural light and add functionality to each room.

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Serentina Glass & Stone Mosaics from American Olean

ISC Surfaces

Serentina Zen Herringbone Serentina by American Olean is a mosaics collection crafted with eye-catching glass and stone. It features striking geometric designs in three versatile patterns and six unique color blends. 4mm Glass & Stone Mosaics in 3 Patterns: Block Random, Herringbone, Random Interlocking Colors: Accord, Bliss, Composure, Solitude, Tranquility, Zen Shade Variation: V4 Random Serentina Zen Herringbone For more information about American Olean, please visit their website by clic

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Guest Post: Three Summertime Kitchen Lifesavers from Delightful Repast

JG Kitchens

I’m a fan of Jean at DelightfulRepast.com. She produces a cooking site that even a non-chef type like myself can read and understand. Here are her tips for those who can’t stand the heat of the kitchen at this hottest time of year. Summertime … and the livin’ is NOT easy! If you’re zapped by this hot weather like I am, you want to keep the kitchen as cool as possible and get in and out quickly.

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How Composite Worktops Can Improve your Kitchen Remodel

Stagetecture

Are you considering a kitchen remodeling project and you’re not sure what type of material to use? Composite Worktops could be the best solution for you. They are made of multiple materials and are available in two forms: solid surface and engineered stone. The worktops are highly durable and less expensive than marble or granite worktops and come in a myriad of styles and colors.

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Recycle-Chic: Make Modern Furniture from Wood Pallets

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

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. Wood pallets, used to transport freight and goods, are often discarded after the merchandise is delivered. You can upcycle these discards by creating cool, modern furniture pieces using the ideas we’ve rounded up below.

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This Hacienda Chic Hotel Is The Jewel of San Antonio

The Ace of Space

Located in the hip, up-and-coming Pearl District of San Antonio, Hotel Emma brings an eclectic, high-style vibe to a city known for its intermingling of the multicultural and historical. Just 1.5 miles from downtown and planted right on the Museum Reach section of the city’s beloved River Walk, this boutique hotel is poised to become […]. The post This Hacienda Chic Hotel Is The Jewel of San Antonio appeared first on The Ace Of Space Blog.

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Beach Chic Ideas to Try at Home

Trendir Magazine

Want to bring the coast right to your home? If so, giving your home beach vibes may be the way to go. Living such a hectic life on a daily basis may not allow you to go on vacation or even visit the beach as often as you would like. Giving your living space a décor upgrade that includes beach chic items can make your home have the vacation feel you have always wanted.

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A Culture of Models

Life of an Architect

Architectural models … there’s not a person walking the planet who doesn’t love them. My office isn’t particularly large, either in terms of employees (7) or square footage (1,677 sf), but we currently have 17 physical models of projects lying around. Despite their protests, I am not considering any of my employees as “architectural models” At times, it seems like architectural models are like summer zucchini, more and more just keep showing up … if you

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Printing Plant Rehabilitation in China Hosts Charming Cultural Venues

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Several entrepreneurs in Guizhou Province, China, decided to join efforts to rehabilitate an old printing plant that was built in the 1950s. They challenged the creative team at FON Studio to transform two of the six existing buildings on the plot into unique cultural spaces. The overall project is known as Town Folktales and so far consists of the rehabilitated Depot A and Depot B, each with its own design personality.

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Vincere Designs The Perfect Pied-à-Terre In The Hollywood Hills

The Ace of Space

When it comes to interior design, Michael Stornello and Tom Konopiots have an inherent knowledge of balance, beauty, and proportion. Together, they have turned their passion for design into Vincere, a full-service interior design firm based in Chicago that was founded in 2007. Throughout each of their projects over the years, they have remained committed […].

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15 Dream Kitchens We All Hope To Have One Day

Trendir Magazine

Glistening countertops and cabinets for days, there is something so luxurious about kitchens that include every bell and whistle around. Whether you want colorful cabinets or a farmhouse style, there’s a beautiful design out there that will have you wowed. Below are 15 dream kitchens that we all hope to have on day, inside are dream home, just waiting for us to come in and whip up some dinner for the family.

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Flashback Friday, Eclipse Edition

KB Culture

On Monday, many of us will scan the skies for the eclipse. [Where I am, we're expecting about a 71% occlusion.] In 1966, New Moon mobile homes offered cutting edge kitchens for families on the move. Heads up!

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What You Need to Know About Tub Fillers

The Perfect Bath

Nearly as important as the way a bath tub looks is the fact that it needs to be filled efficiently and conveniently. There are two options that work when the tub is large enough (70 gallons or more); each delivers a vigorous flow of water quickly. Should you choose an exposed or concealed tub filler? They are confusing terms for an often neglected topic.

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Defining a Style Series: What Is Shabby Chic Design?

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

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. Shabby chic is the perfect mix of pulled together and carefree. Image: Ellie Lillstrom Photography Recreate this look with these similar products: Sofa | Rug | Mirror | Throw Pillow There’s no question why shabby chic design is so appealing to many.

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3 Money Saving Moving Tips To Consider Before you Relocate

Stagetecture

Saving money and good moving tips are essential when relocating your family. One thing you can be sure of in life is that moving will cost you…unless your job pays for it. It also won’t have any positive effect on your bank account unless you happen to profit from the sale of your home. That said, when we move, we swallow the costs because of the benefits the move will bring – a new start and possibly a better life. 3 Money Saving Moving Tips To Consider Before you Relocate.

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A Beacon

KB Culture

Dark times are these. Good design can help, with its emphasis on quality, imagination, and service. The modest and balanced design of the Tull fixture is an example. The aluminum-shaded light comes in some cheery color combos, like turquoise and orange, as well as copper and nickel versions. Available in table/floor and pendant models, Tull was designed by Tommaso Caldera. incipitlab.com.

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Outdoors to Indoors: How to integrate your indoor flooring to your outdoor living

As The Tile Turns

Home design can be an incredibly rewarding field. As a designer, your goal is to see that look of wonder and satisfaction when your client sees your complete design as a perfect reflection of their ideal living space. From the homeowner’s perspective, your reward is finally getting to see your dream vision for a single room or your entire home become a reality.

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Aqua Mix Non-Cement Grout Haze Remover from Custom Building Products

CUSTOM Insights Blog

Custom Building Products recently strengthened its line of award-winning Aqua Mix tile and stone care products with a focus on grout haze prevention and removal. In addition to updating our Aqua Mix Grout Release, we have also introduced Aqua Mix Cement Grout Haze Remover and Aqua Mix Non-Cement Grout Haze Remover to help installers avoid or address costly and time-consuming call backs associated with grout residue on tile and stone.

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Breakfast Quiche: How to Make Ham & Monterrey Cheese Recipe

Stagetecture

If you are trying to find ways to creatively use your leftover ham, today’s breakfast quiche will be just what you are looking for. Quiche has always been one of my favorite breakfast meals because it combines eggs, and meat all in a flaky pie crust. I have often made a vegetarian variety and used spinach instead of ham and it still makes it delish!!

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Bright Idea

KB Culture

These delightfully colored acrylic cylinders can be fit into the handle of the Nice bathroom faucet, adding a modern, gem-like touch to the fitting. It's designed by Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez. fantini.it.

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How to Pull Off Mixed Metals Like A Pro (Trust Us, It Can Work!)

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

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. Don’t believe the rumors. It’s absolutely possible to mix metals. Image: Casey & Fox Shop this look: Chairs | Pendants | Art In the design world, it’s long been said that mixing metals is like trying to get oil and water to come together — it just won’t work.

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15 Bedroom Chandeliers That Bring Bouts of Romance & Style

Trendir Magazine

If you’re looking to bring some unique charm into your personal space, then why not start in one of the more unsuspecting of nooks; the ceiling? These 15 bedroom chandeliers will certainly bring in bouts of romance and style. The soft lighting will ignite a very sensual ethos while the different designs will help to spark a newfound design worth for the area.

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NOW Foods #Giveaway for YOU and My Healthy Living Experience

Stagetecture

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by NOW as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Healthy living has always been a struggle in my family. Having a family history of diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and cancer has always been a major concern of mine. Through regular exercise, eating on a regimen that fits my blood type, body type, and characteristics and being open to new healthy living experiences has made me and my family heal

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Hot Stuff

KB Culture

I'm envious. Just introduced in EU/UK [there's an impending difference, now, isn't there?] markets, the SmartLine collection is the latest modular offering for cooking appliances. Combine gas hobs, teppan yaki or BBQ grills, and induction burners in sizes and configurations to suit your culinary—and your kitchen—style. A notable improvement upon earlier versions of this concept is the integral downdraft vent.

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Pursuing the Imperfect

KB Culture

Uncommon colors applied to odd slivers of space keep this kitchen from a fate of predictability. The random quality of the composition is, of course, an illusion; the design is tightly structured. And let's give a hand to the fabricators and installers—without their meticulous work, the impression would likely be mediocre. driesotten.be.

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