Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Week of February 3, 2020. February kicks off Fashion Week for many cities around the world. New York Fashion Week is coming up first – it runs from February 6th to February 13 th. In honor of the relationship between fashion and interior design, we’ve gathered up the Top 5 Design posts dealing with clothing, closets, and everything fashion! 1. A Back-and-Forth. 15 Architectural Set Designs Created for Fashion Month 2019 , dezeen.

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

Designer Carolina Wicker creates a custom look for any business perfectly capturing its individuality, imagery and life. For this Dama Fashion District restaurant, she wanted to enhance its vintage-tropical sensibility, so she chose a custom Copenhagen tile with green, black, red and pink in a very traditional European look that ideally offsets the traditional elegance of the furnishings and woodwork throughout.

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As The Tile Turns

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Contrast is a big deal in modern tile design. The most impactful looks balance elements that seem, at first glance, radically different. This infusion of multiple colors, patterns, or textures can quickly make a statement while also granting your space an undeniable sense of personality. Why stick with the status quo when you can make your mark with a complex, yet visually impactful look?

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Trendir Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Why is it that when we think of decorating the home, there is always the habit of considering one decorating style alone? Though most of us always have a particular decorating style in mind, others do not. For those that don’t this article is specifically designed for you. Created to provide the perfect blend between being chic, charming and modern all wrapped into one.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts – February 10, 2020. Free time in the winter is a bit harder to spend outside, but we wouldn’t miss the sun too much if we got to spend them in these amazingly designed basement and hang out spaces. Check out this week’s Top 5 Design posts focused on where we spend our relaxation time at home. 1. An Out-of-this-World Basement Lair.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

If there’s one trend that’s skyrocketed this decade it’s wood-looks. Undeniable amounts of energy have been deployed throughout the past ten years to produce the most realistic, varied, textured, and creative ceramic interpretations of this building classic – so we’ve decided to take a closer look at how this ingenious creation has gone from strength to strength since 2010.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

How well do you prep substrate for tile? Do you take the time to check it out before you start installing tile? The quality of the tile work that the consumer sees on the surface is only as good as what is underneath. This seems to be a simple statement, but if the appropriate prep work is not completed, the final appearance may not be acceptable, not to mention that it may lead to failure.

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JG Kitchens

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

I love attending the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, and go pretty much every year. What I’ve noticed in the last few shows has been the increasing presence of wellness design products and trends. There are five facets of wellness design: Health and fitness Safety and security Accessibility Functionality Comfort and joy. There were products at KBIS that fit all of these facets — some overlapping.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

If there’s one trend that’s skyrocketed this decade it’s wood-looks. Undeniable amounts of energy have been deployed throughout the past ten years to produce the most realistic, varied, textured, and creative ceramic interpretations of this building classic – so we’ve decided to take a closer look at how this ingenious creation has gone from strength to strength since 2010.

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Rubble Tile

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Some legendary places are so ingrained in our minds that we can imagine how they might look, and become inspired. Rubble Tile is thrilled to announce two new porcelain tile series whose designers were inspired by Atlantis and El Dorado; fabled cities of lore that.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Houston—Swiff-Train Company has appointed Kay Ward to the newly created position of business unit manager, tile division. This role will encompass all aspects of the company’s tile business, including development, sales and strategic placement and marketing across many company channels. Ward has over 10 years of experience in the tile industry, having held positions at EPC America and more recently, Bellavita Tile USA as the director of sales in the Pacific Northwest, Western US, South Central U

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Week of February 3 rd , 2020. New York Fashion Week 2020 runs February 6 th through February 13 th. Models need serious confidence to rock the runway, and we have the perfect playlist to help you feel like your most confident self! Fashion informs interior design, so it’s something to watch closely for evolving trends and styles. Runway Confidence Playlist.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Granby , previously covered by Tile Addict here , have continued their tireless work in ceramics, creating extraordinary tile designs. The newest addition to their range more or less takes the form of their original Granby Rock, a terrazzo-like material created utilising waste bricks, slate, and other similar items sourced from skips. Their Brick & Slate terrazzo similarly replaces the usual marble chip with recycled local by-products.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Did you update your bathroom? Revamp your kitchen? Install new flooring? We would love to share your project, big or small! Send us what you did and our editorial team will consider it for our “My Fresh Home” series, which will be published every Thursday. Check out our submission instructions at the bottom of the page. Today we want to share a story from Freshome reader Patrick’s, who completed a Kitchen Renovation: Over the last few years, I’ve been slowly renovating my small kitchen.

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

I've been practicing architecture for over 20 years and I can say with certainty that I am still surprised by the construction methods chosen by some contractors. This is not meant negatively in any way, so let me show you what I mean. Continue reading Renovation Construction Surprises at Life of an Architect.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

San Rafael, Calif.— Creating Your Space has launched Design Now, its latest retail dealer and builder visualization technology marketing tool. Design Now utilizes artificial intelligence (AI), allowing consumers and salespeople to take a picture of their room and within seconds view the dealer’s flooring products in their space to help finalize the buying decision.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Image by Photographee.eu I’m pretty sure most of us wonder why everything looks so beautiful in the photo from the net. But when you look around - it seems that there’s just a mess. Therefore, I’m going to write about how interior little stuff could affect our evaluation of ‘neat - not neat’. So let’s talk about the mess, its components and how to minimize it at home.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Whether you’re designing a brand new home or giving your existing home a facelift, now is the time to think about your home security. Modern home security solutions have come a long way, offering sleek equipment that blends into the background and seamlessly integrates with smart home technology. . Although not as well known as the industry giants such as ADT, Frontpoint is getting recognition for its streamlined DIY installations, no-contract professional monitoring service, and commitment to c

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

Finding the right sort of person who can help guide you through the various stages of your career can be incredibly valuable and beneficial. Today, Andrew and I are talking about mentorship and what that means, what can make it great, why it doesn’t necessarily work, what you can do so that you might actually benefit from the experience, and what sort of relationship can make a mentor a great fit for you.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

By Reginald Tucker. Piet Dossche, CEO of USFloors and executive vice president of Shaw Hard Surface, is flanked by Scott Humphrey, left, CEO of the WFCA, and Pami Bhullar, director of retail development, Invista, North America, during Dossche’s official induction into the WFCA Hall of Fame at TISE 2020. Las Vegas—With scores of his peers, friends, associates and family members in attendance, Piet Dossche—CEO and founder of USFloors and executive vice president of Shaw Hard Surface—was officially

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

What is Adobe Home Security? Photographicss / Shuttershock. Abode home security came on the scene in 2014. In 2018, it became majority-owned by the Italian tech company, Nice. Nice is an industry leader in home automation, security, and smart technology. Not only are their products designed to protect, but Abode security systems are also made to comply seamlessly with other smart home technology, like smart lights and thermostats.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Image: wavebreakmedia/shuttershock. Fiber internet is a type of broadband internet service. It works by fiber-optic cables converting to light electrical signals , carrying data and sending the light through transparent glass fibers roughly the size of a human hair, according to the North Carolina Department of Information Technology. DSL transmits data over copper telephone lines and cable modems transmit data through coaxial cables.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Selecting a home security system from all the competitors out there can give you a headache. We’re here to provide a breakdown of one of the better-known brands on the market, Brinks Home Security. Whether you’re looking for a whole-house security system, a Brinks Home Security safe, or a Brinks Home Security box, we have you covered. . What is Brinks Home Security?

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Find the best internet in New York City by comparing providers and prices. If you’re looking for the best internet providers in NYC, it’s not as simple as Googling “internet service near me.” Known as the Big Apple, New York City is home to eight major sports teams, including the Yankees, the Giants, and the Jets. It also features hundreds of internationally known landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, and Central Park.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Adjust your computer for maximum comfort. Image: Shutterstock/Artazum. Some internet providers are cheaper than others. Their affordable price may be based on speed and data caps. Some internet plans can be bundled with your phone service and TV service. However, once the promotional or introductory rate has expired, you’ll need to pay for the regular price of the product. .

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

A well-designed patio can become a second living room for your home, so it’s important to make smart design choices. One of the biggest decisions you will need to make is what to use for your patio flooring. With so many patio flooring options, it can be tough to decide which is best. Here’s a detailed guide to your options. What is patio flooring? As the name implies, patio flooring is any flooring option used on an outdoor patio.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Las Vegas—Schönox HPS North America presented Spartan Surfaces—its mid-Atlantic distributor partner—with the 2019 Smooth Performer Award in recognition of the distributor’s high level of support and dedication to the Schönox brand. The award was announced during The International Surface Event on Jan. 29 in Las Vegas. The name Smooth Performer symbolizes the results achieved with the Schönox smoothing, patching and self-leveling products.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Las Vegas—The winners of the sixth annual Worst Subfloor Contest were announced last night at a special Schönox Ön It Hour event here. The judges, including Sim Crisler, Peter Craig, Lewis Migliore and Paul Pleshek, said the competition was fierce, and it was a challenge narrowing down the winners. This year’s projects were bigger and better than ever with over 500 pictures submitted and more than 950,000 square feet in projects represented.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Viken, Sweden—The increased search for more environmentally friendly solutions has resulted in a growing interest for Liteback core technology by Välinge, according to the company. . Liteback technology enables thermoplastic flooring products to be made up to 20% lighter by milling grooves in the core. The material removed in the process can be recycled for production of more flooring, thereby reducing material consumption.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

From left: Laticrete’s Ben Noveck, distributor sales representative; and Peter McKeon, regional sales manager. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete has recognized several employees for exceptional performance, dedication to company values and contributions to their communities. The recipients were chosen throughpeer nominations and excellence in achievement. Every year, Laticrete hosts a North American Team Meeting (NATM) to celebrate Laticrete employees by reflecting back on the successes of the past year

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Mike Bell. Mountville, Pa.—AHF Products has appointed Mike Bell, previously the COO for the company, as CCO. In this position, Bell will be responsible for global sales, product management, marketing, R&D and customer service. In addition, Darrell Keeling, formerly COO of Northwest Hardwoods, will be joining AHF as its new COO. Keeling will be responsible for global manufacturing, safety, procurement, logistics, supply chain management and engineering.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Front row from left to right: Derr’s Jim Mahaffey, Rick Holden and Mike Bivona, and Mirage’s Chris Thompson. Back row from left: Mirage’s Brad Williams and Pierre Thabet, Derr’s Don Lefebvre, Mirage’s Jean-Pierre Thabet, and Derr’s Ray Donachie and Ray Rucier. Saint-Georges, Quebec, Canada—Mirage presented its annual Spirit Award at a special event held during the 2020 International Surfaces Event in Las Vegas, Jan. 28.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Mountville, Pa— AHF Product s is launching the Robbins brand of hardwood flooring exclusively to NFA members and specialty retailers to help differentiate dealers in a crowded marketplace with a unique, high-quality line that is designed to sell. “With our amazing assortment of company-manufactured and always duty-free/tariff-free hardwood, we are driving market expansion through differentiated products between our brands,” said Brian Carson, president and CEO, AHF Products.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Florence, Ala.—Schönox HPS North America continues to augment product availability through the addition of Brandon Company, one of the largest flooring distributors in the mid-south United States. “Brandon Company has a long-standing reputation in the flooring industry, and this distribution partnership is key to satisfying the demand for Schönox products in this crucial market,” said Thomas Trissl, principal, HPS Schönox.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Chicago—The North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) has launched its 2020 programs and member offerings in support of its strategic plan. The NAFCD’s strategic plan includes serving as the conduit for annual member interaction, strengthening educational offerings around key issues, collaborating with related industry organizations to address overarching industry challenges and expanding the NAFCD member base. “We envision 2020 to be a breakout year for NAFCD,

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

From left: Laticrete’s Daniel Perez, senior technical service representative; Ed Metcalf, North America president and COO; and Adrian Rivera, senior technical service representative. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has honored senior technical services representativesAdrian Rivera and Daniel Perez with the President’s Cup Award in recognition of their exemplary sales efforts throughout 2019.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

From left: Rob Smith, Laticrete regional director; Daniel Perez, Laticrete senior technical service representative; and Adrian Rivera, Laticrete senior technical service representative. Laticrete’s Rob Smith, regional director; and Peter McKeon, regional sales manager. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete has honored team members Adrian Rivera, Daniel Perez, Peter McKeon and Jay Owens with the Producer’s Award.

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