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The 31 Best Residential Design Blogs Featuring Awesome Cement Tile (A Definitive List For Encaustic Tile Enthusiasts)

Granada Tile

If you’re a connoisseur of stunning interiors looking for a list of interior design blogs featuring beautiful cement tile images, practical advice on installing and incorporating cement tiles into residential and commercial projects and insightful tips on how to make the most of this popular material, you’ve come to the right place. While a Google search of “interior design blogs” may offer a staggering amount of results (the last time we checked, we received over 69,900,000 hits), we’ve done th

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The Third Dimension of Tile

Tile of Spain USA

Traditionally, ceramic tile manufacturers have offered a multitude of sizes in their catalogs by playing with two different dimensions: length and width. Recently however, a third dimension has come into play: thickness. This third dimension offers infinite possibilities for both new construction and renovation projects. Slimming tiles down from the standard thickness of around 8mm to between 3.5 and 5mm offers a variety benefits to both the user and the environment. — TECHLAM, Opium Black serie

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Our 20 Favorite Ideas for Outdoor Living Spaces

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

One area of the home to come the furthest in terms of design over the years is the outdoor living space. These were once just spaces to place a patio furniture set and maybe a grill. But these days, people are including televisions, entire kitchens (including the kitchen sink) and dining areas fit for a restaurant. Many outdoor living spaces have fire pits that are works of art, and sometimes even full fireplaces.

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Top Five Tile Trends

Diary of a Tile Addict

Left: Operae by Ornamenta. Right: Bold by Marca Corona. I am grateful to my colleagues at Novita in New York for this informed take on today’s top tile trends, which they have produced having synthesised the very best of the new ranges displayed by Italian manufacturers at Coverings. While it is true that Cersaie remains the foremost tile showcase of the year, at Atlanta there was evidence that the top Italian manufacturers have completely recovered from any post-2008 torpor to innovate a

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Earth Into Tile: Rubble Tile Presents Altamere by Ragno

Rubble Tile

No matter where they are, people can’t resist the allure of the great outdoors. Whether it’s suburbia or a city, sometimes all it takes is the reminder that nature is out there to set your heart at rest. Not everyone can be surrounded by the.

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J&R Tile Installs Gauged Porcelain Tile in Coverings 2018 Tiny House

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

The tiny house version of the Installation Design Showcase returned to Coverings 2018 and so did J&R Tile which focused on installing gauged porcelain tile panels in addition to glass tile. If you missed their 2017 installation, you can learn more about it in J&R Tile's Erin Albrecht Talks Tile in a Tiny House. We caught again with Eric Albrecht to get the low down on the 2018 installation which the J&R Tile team completed in association with Rita Carson Guest of Carson Guest Interio

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3 Tips for Sprucing Up Your Laundry Room

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

A laundry room can be just as inviting as any other room in your home. Image: Jodi Fleming Design 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. The laundry room: At best, it’s an efficient space to complete your weekly chores. At worst, it’s cramped, ugly and disorganized.

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Kyocera Breaks Ground on New Plant for Ceramic Microelectronic Packages in Japan

Ceramic Industry Magazine

Kyocera Corp. held a groundbreaking ceremony on June 20 for a new ceramic microelectronic packages plant at its Kagoshima Sendai manufacturing complex in Japan.

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Scholarships available for emerging natural stone industry professionals

Floor Covering News

Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute has announced two scholarships available to individuals pursuing careers in the natural stone industry. The deadline to submit applications for the Natural Stone Scholarship and.

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5 Surprising Building Trends for 2018

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

With half of 2018 in the books, it’s becoming clear which trends are making a comeback. And, when it comes to building, you might be surprised at what’s hot. Years of white-on-white design and maximialist furnishings are giving way to a more organic style. Whether you’re building a new home or just doing renovations, looking at the building trends of 2018 can give some much-needed inspiration for your project.

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Casacor Collections

Diary of a Tile Addict

Casacor installation at Itapema Beach Place featuring tiles by Ceramica Elizabeth. Tiles from Cerâmica Elizabeth have been used with great flair to decorate 18 installations for Casacor, currently being staged at Itapema Beach Place, Santa Catarina, Brazil. Casacor installation at Itapema Beach Place featuring tiles by Ceramica Elizabeth. As the official porcelain tile supplier to the show, which runs from 6 th June through to 22 nd July, Elizabeth has 35 different products featured.

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3D Line Confocal Imaging of Glass and Ceramics

Ceramic Industry Magazine

In the late 2000s, researchers at Technical Research Center of Finland (VTT) invented a new optical method to image 3D microtopography of surfaces at sub-micron resolution. This method, called line confocal imaging (LCI), is based on capturing a continuous line of light reflections in visible spectrum from more than 2,000 lateral surface points simultaneously.

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Vitromex USA introduces Surat collection

Floor Covering News

San Antonio—Vitromex USA has launched Surat, a refined yet affordable textile inspired collection which is presented in a ceramic plank format. Surat is inspired by its namesake, a seaport in.

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7 Unexpected Ways to Update Your Kitchen Color Palette

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. After our long-term love of neutral and sparkling-white kitchens, we’re all craving a bit more color. You don’t have to change everything about your beautiful kitchen just to add new colors to your palette. Adding colorful accents can be inexpensive, although you can also choose to have a bigger impact by increasing your budget.

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U.S. Hard-Surface Imports: Uncertain April

Stone Update

Quartz growth curve flattens, granite shipments soft as market swings into spring.

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Wade Ceramics Supports Potters ‘Arf Marathon with Custom Decanters and Coasters

Ceramic Industry Magazine

Bespoke ceramic manufacturer Wade Ceramics supported the recent Hanley Economic Building Society’s Potters ‘Arf Marathon by crafting commemorative items for race participants.

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Proposal week!

JG Kitchens

Dear Gold Notes readers: No new blog post this week as I finalize the first draft of Healthy Living / Healthy Home ‘s book proposal. Look for the first of July’s 10th Anniversary celebration posts starting next Wednesday. You’ll be getting 10 Tips for each week, related to a different delicious home topic. Thanks for understanding, Jamie.

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Lawn Equipment You Need to Make Your Lawn Look Great

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Summer should be the season for enjoying your yard, but for many homeowners, tending to a lawn is as time- and labor-intensive as a part-time job. Granted, it’s important to maintain a lush lawn for several reasons. Curb appeal increases your home’s value, and a grass-gone-wild yard nets death stares from your neighbors. However, these six pieces of lawn equipment can make your lawn look great with less effort, so you can spend more time actually enjoying it.

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Stone Scholarships for Emerging Professionals

Stone Update

Two awards available for 2019 industry events from Natural Stone Institute.

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Subtle Seaside Style: Tile Inspiration & Collections With a Soft Touch

Architectural Ceramics

Summer is here. The beach is calling. This time last year, we featured a beach blog about AC’s Naturals Collection whose soft color palette and names are inspired by nature. Architectural Ceramics is at it again, this time with a focus on sea shells and mother of pearl as inspiration. Just like collecting shells at the shoreline, we’ve picked up a few ideas that will have you feeling cool, calm, and collected.

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Proposal week!

JG Kitchens

Dear Gold Notes readers: No new blog post this week as I finalize the first draft of Healthy Living / Healthy Home ‘s book proposal. Look for the first of July’s 10th Anniversary celebration posts starting next Wednesday. You’ll be getting 10 Tips for each week, related to a different delicious home topic. Thanks for understanding, Jamie.

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How to Move on a Budget and Save Your Hard-Earned Cash

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Let’s face it: Moving can get expensive. However, if you’re willing to get a little creative, there are ways to do it without breaking the bank entirely. We’ve shared some of our best tips on how to move on a budget below. With a little planning and forethought, you should be able to keep costs down to the bare minimum. Decide what level of help you need.

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Brick Trends in 2018

Ceramic Industry Magazine

Fired-clay brick trends this year feature whites, grays, black, deep reds, painted and glazed brick with overall larger sizes.

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The College Years – Episode 0002

Life of an Architect

In this second episode of the Life of an Architect podcast, we turn our attention towards the college years. I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 1992, while Landon received his diploma from Virginia Tech in 2016 … so how has college changed over this time? There are a lot of unknowns when it comes to architecture school: How do I pick which college is right for me?

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Retail Lead Management adds value with platform integrations

Floor Covering News

Columbus, Ohio—Tracking leads through the sales funnel is getting easier for flooring retailers. Retail Lead Management (RLM), a simple software that allows thousands of users to see, manage and close.

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Former Office and Workshop Becomes Contemporary Loft

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

The creative team behind EVA architecten renovated a former office in ‘s Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands, and converted it into a spacious contemporary loft. The 2,153-square-foot (200-square-meter) Loft Sixty-Four is a minimalist crib with noticeable industrial influences. The central metal staircase ascends against a brick wall, setting the stage for a raw and unique look.

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Unifrax Showcases Investments in Tonawanda Manufacturing Facilities

Ceramic Industry Magazine

During a presentation and plant tour attended by local and state government officials, local development agencies, and utility representatives, Unifrax recently showcased investments and upgrades completed at two of its manufacturing facilities in Tonawanda, N.Y.

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Retro Hues That Are Making A Huge Decor Comeback

Trendir Magazine

Every fashion and home décor lover knows trends tend to always come back full circle, which is perfect when you want to add a retro feel or hue to your home. Luckily, if you have been intrigued by retro hues they are coming back on trend in a huge way! Here are those retro hues that are no longer retro instead they are now trendy and perfect to add to your home.

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William M. Bird launches Hearthwood program

Floor Covering News

Charleston, S.C.—William M. Bird brings the Hearthwood flooring line to its customers throughout the Southeast. In support of the launch, William M. Bird will provide merchandising, marketing materials and product.

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Keep It Cool with These 16 Gorgeous Modern Ceiling Fans

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. Though traditionally they’ve been eyesores, a ceiling fan is one of the most energy-efficient ways to keep your room cool. Luckily, things have changed: These 16 gorgeous modern ceiling fans manage to keep it cool and look cool, too.

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Saint-Gobain Conducts Occupant Comfort Study at New North American Headquarters

Ceramic Industry Magazine

Saint-Gobain, in partnership with the University of Oregon’s High Performance Environments Lab (HiPE), recently announced the results of its North American Headquarters Occupant Comfort Study.

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Best Color Combinations To Bring Charm To Your Home For 2018

Trendir Magazine

If you have already mastered classic color combinations such as white and blue and/or neutral pieces paired with daring hues, then you may be ready for the best color combinations of 2018 that will not only brighten the space but bring undeniable charm. The following color pairings are just what your home needs to be updated and trendy for 2018. Turquoise and Marigold Marigold and turquoise are perfect accent hues if you just want that dose of pop of color.

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Popular RV Design Trends

Kitchen and Residential Design

Even if you aren’t in the RV industry, you may keep an eye on RV design trends for any number of reasons. One big reason is for RV owners who want to rent out their vehicle. There’s a huge and continuously growing market for RV rentals around the country, and many owners are finding that it’s a great income source for them. Last year was record-breaking for the RV industries, and particularly the Thor and Winnebago companies.

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Pottery Barn Says Hello to Hello Kitty with a Stylish New Line for Teens at Heart

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. Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Kimora Lee Simmons and Katy Perry are all Hello Kitty fanatics. And they’re not alone. Hello Kitty may be 43 years old, but she’s still a favorite of teens – and teens at heart. And now you can add a modern touch of Hello Kitty to your home through PBteen.

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?i?ecam Completes Acquisition of Sangalli Vetro Manfredonia Flat Glass Facility

Ceramic Industry Magazine

Şişecam Group has completed its acquisition of the Sangalli Vetro Manfredonia facility in Monte Sant’Angelo, Italy.

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15 Kitchen Chandeliers That We’re Swooning For

Trendir Magazine

Whether it’s over the island or near the kitchen table that peeks out from where you prep dinner, a bit of jazzy lighting never hurt anyone. And we’re swooning for these 15 kitchen chandeliers. From farmhouse style to extra modern designs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and add to their own home. Let’s have a look, shall we?

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Quick design tips to personalise your newly-bought home

Kitchen and Residential Design

via Just bought a new home and finally realising your Australian dream? Congratulations! Looking to personalise your new home but aren’t sure how to start or worried about your limited budget? This is the perfect article for you. We’re showing you a couple of design/decoration tips that are bound to add beauty and value to your new home. The kitchen.

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