Architectural Ceramics
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
Layers of history, breathtaking landscapes, and robust culture, Scotland is what we are dreaming of at the moment. Inspired by Betty Sullivan’s visit last September, we decided to look at features of the most prominent Scottish interiors and how they translate to our world – the world of tile. Through the centuries, the palaces, castles and everyday structures have seen so much change.
Granada Tile
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
We live in an increasingly green world, and that’s a great thing. Every year, more people are becoming aware of the effect we have on the environment and trying to live more responsible and eco-friendly lives. Granada Tile’s hexagon tiles, Egret, designed by Justina Blakeney. Photo by @justinablakeneyhome. This trend has expanded to home decorators, architects and engineers as well.
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The London Tile Co.
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
Whether you’ve got an expansive garden or a small patio your outdoor space should be a place you wish to escape to, where you can relax and unwind. By styling your outdoor space to reflect and enhance your outdoor tiles, you can make your patio an inviting extension of your home. One easy way to make your outdoor tiles an extension of your home is by using Valverdi Indoor-Out tiles, to seamlessly match your indoor tiles with your outdoor tiles.
JG Kitchens
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
Are you planning on selling your home this year? Or do you sell client or investment properties? If you’re in the residential realm, this first of two articles on real estate trends impacting design and remodeling choices can help you get better results. It will share overall trends and key dos and don’ts on the most important space in the home from a resale perspective: The kitchen!
Architectural Ceramics
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Have you heard of the Highland Games? The traditional Scottish competition is rich with history (and is pretty fun to watch!) The 2019 Highland Games wrap up September 21 st , and they’ve inspired us to take a look at Scottish design. From grand castles to moody cabins on the moors – we’ve found some great interior design inspiration straight from Scotland. 1.
Ceramic Tile Education Foundation
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
If you've spent any time in the tile industry, care deeply about quality tile installation, and embrace installing tile according to industry standards, you will have heard of Scott Carothers , director of certification and training for the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF). And, if you follow the CTEF Blog, you’re surely familiar with the ‘ Ask Scott’ article series.
Diary of a Tile Addict
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
In keeping with the tile world’s take on Pantone’s Colour of the Year – muted and dusty pinks used in place of the bright and lively Living Coral – Original Style ‘s Tile of the Year is a mixture of soft pinks and berry tones. Deco Tayberry was selected for the 2020 honour in a combined effort from Original Style and interior designers 2LG Studio.
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Garden State Tile Blog
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Walker Zanger , the world’s leading luxury tile and stone brand, is now officially available at all 12 Garden State Tile showrooms. Inspired by decorative arts and historic architecture, Walker Zanger’s exceptional catalog of offerings are individually selected by experienced stone masters to deliver some of the finest tile, stone, cement and glass on the market today. .
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Livingston, N.J.—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will lead a seminar on “Understanding and Installing Ceramic Tile” on Sept. 26 at The Tile Shop, here, in conjunction with the North/Central Jersey NARI chapters September meeting. Scott Carothers, director of certification and training for CTEF, will lead the session and focus on tile installation best practices.
Trendir Magazine
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
The bedroom- a homeowner’s person oasis. However, what happens when the room is small? Small bedrooms tend to be a pain to decorate, due to not having the space. Furthermore, there’s the element of not knowing how to decorate it properly. We have done our research and have put together a guide to ensure you get the most out of your small bedroom, while still being charming and even dreamy.
Life of an Architect
SEPTEMBER 8, 2019
I've been in my new job for 3 weeks now and it has been just about every sort of descriptor you can imagine - fun, exciting, frustrating, challenging, etc. etc. and on and on. I have "worked" more hours during this time period than I have in quite a while because I essentially have three jobs at the moment. Continue reading Architectural Transitions at Life of an Architect.
The A to Z of Building
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
By substituting non-renewable construction materials such as steel and concrete with wood-based materials, it is possible to lower carbon dioxide emissions and use natural resources more.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
Cinematic Dallas—Daltile has launched seven new tile assortments—each bringing a variety of designs, sizes, shapes, colors and styles to the market. Known for producing high-quality products and setting the standard in the industry, the latest Daltile launch offers a broad palette of fashion-driven products with exceptional performance features. “The collections we are releasing provide homeowners […].
Trendir Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
All of us have a favorite color or color combination, so why not decorate with it? Though the concept might seem almost too good to be true, it can be exactly what you need. Besides, a room dripping in one color scheme is not only refreshing but its oh so cool. Even though adding variation and contrast is great, sometimes you want a room in your home to be your oasis where your personality shines through.
Kitchen and Residential Design
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Track lights have traditionally been used to highlight art or other noteworthy heirlooms. However, in recent years, they’ve become more integrated into the average American home. When used in conjunction with LED lighting, they offer the consumer a contemporary, energy-efficient choice for lighting newer homes. To save some money on purchasing costs, consult with an LED manufacturer and retailer directly to get deals on larger bulk purchases.
The A to Z of Building
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
Yesterday, European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden, celebrated an important scientific milestone, the official handover of the Long Instrument Hall from construction partner Skanska. Kurt.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
Cartersville, Ga.—Patcraft has launched its newest resilient tile collection, Handloom. Featuring two coordinating styles, Painted Weft and Wooden Warp, this textural collection features colorful accents and neutral colors inspired by textile arts and natural materials to create organic, balanced spaces. Winner of a Best of NeoCon 2019 Gold Award, the Handloom collection provides flexibility in […].
Trendir Magazine
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Can’t you tell we are obsessed with fall this year? A season filled with family gathers, an abundance of food, and all the pumpkins you can get your hands on. Pumpkins are great to decorate with, they are colorful, sleek, charming and fun; however, they also decay extremely quickly, which can be obnoxious and can cause you to have to change your décor frequently.
The Armchair Builder
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
September 12, 2019 It’s really cool to see examples of people who have built their own dream homes. Not only are they able to create the home of their dreams, but they can also make sure it’s built to their exact specifications and budget. The link below is to a recent story of a couple […].
The A to Z of Building
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
How should we be building along the global coast? A framework by UNSW scientists delivers some much-needed answers. UNSW scientists have released a world-first framework for guiding the building and.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
Crossville, Tenn.—Noah Chitty, director of technical services for Crossville, Inc., has been appointed to serve as the chairman of the ISO/TC 189 committee. His term runs from 2019 through 2024. The ISO/TC 189 Committee is the global entity that oversees and sets the standards for the tile industry. As chairman, Chitty is responsible for the […].
Trendir Magazine
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
Since stepping back on the scene wallpaper has become the ultimate home décor lover. It’s bold and daring while still having the ability to be soft and charming. It’s all about what you do with it and how you do it. With that being said, one wallpaper option that is completely taking over is floral. It’s just one of those wallpapers that brings charm and texture right when you need it most while still giving you a bit of classic charm.
Tile of Spain USA
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
The AA House by Carlos Ferrater and Xavier Martí of OAB is one of the most unique single-family homes that has been built in recent times. Located in Sant Cugat, Spain next to a forest bordering a golf course, the house rises from the road as a series of sloping roofs among the trees in the garden that form a magnificent belt of picturesque scenery.
The A to Z of Building
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
North West-based groundworks specialist, M Downes Earthworks, kept the power going for 1,200 campers attending Carfest 2019, despite unseasonably wet weather. M Downes Earthworks, based in.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
Michel Vermette Lancaster, Pa.—Armstrong Flooring announced today that its board of directors has appointed Michel Vermette, president, residential carpet at Mohawk Industries, as president and chief executive officer and a member of the board, effective Sept. 11, 2019. Armstrong Flooring chairman Larry S. McWilliams, who has served as interim president and CEO since May 3, […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
San Rafael, Calif.—Creating Your Space has introduced its latest flooring technology marketing tool, the Tru-Color Matching System. This tool enables consumers to use any color influence they like to choose the perfect flooring to coordinate. This can be a favorite pillow, a painting, any image they find online when looking for home décor ideas or […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
Solon, Ohio—Tarkett will continue its corporate partnership with Habitat for Humanity in North America to support the Home Builders Blitz. In 2019, Tarkett has donated a total of $150,000 of product to the nonprofit housing organization as part of the company’s corporate social responsibility initiative, Tarkett Cares. This week, thousands of volunteers representing professional homebuilders […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
Atlanta—Aquafil has announced that Econyl regenerated nylon contributes to LEED v4 points in four main categories. LEED v4 is the most current version of the LEED green building rating system established by the U.S. Green Building Council. LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is the most widely used green building rating system in the world.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
San Diego—Last month saw Cali Brands mark its 15th year in business. In keeping with tradition, the omni-channel green building products manufacturer celebrated the occasion with a night of fundraising to support a standout San Diego non-profit. Cali team members, their families and community partners enjoyed an evening of music, food, drinks and prizes on Aug. […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
Panama City Beach, Fla.—Tarkett NA’s Jeff Fenwick, president and CEO; and Dominic Coletta, Executive vice president of operations, spent a day on the set of Military Makeover with Montel Williams, to donate their time and lend a helping hand in refurbishing the home of Gold Star Widow Cody Patron. Fenwick and Coletta were motivated to […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
Columbus, Ohio—The Starnet board of directors has approved the John Herbert Company to their partnership. Dedicated to excellence in commercial flooring, all Starnet new members are chosen for their commitment to the highest standards of performance and service excellence along with the shared goal of growing and improving the commercial flooring industry.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
Daltile's Choreo is a warm-toned wood look porcelain with a parquet style option. New York—Continuing to support its new overarching marketing campaign that spotlights the fashion-forward and high-end products under its portfolio, Daltile held a private popup event for its A&D customers and community here last night, Sept. 10. “Daltile has a complete breadth assortment, […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Cartersville, Ga.—The Shaw Create Centre has been awarded top honors in the Workplace category in Fast Company’s 2019 Innovation by Design Awards, the only competition to honor creative work at the intersection of design, business and innovation. With more than 4,300 entries from the industry’s top design brands, this year’s applicant pool was the strongest […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
RigidWood Firm Vista Helm Oak Toronto, Canada—Torlys is expanding the entire RigidWood SPC vinyl line into Flex and Firm collections to simplify and add value to this fast-moving category. The new collections will help position the two types of SPC constructions—single press vs. continuous press—and then expand on the exclusive features added to the TorlysRigidWood […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete has launched Vapor Ban ER, a rapid-curing moisture vapor barrier that dries in three to four hours for use in compressed timeline projects—allowing for single-day installations of coatings systems that address moisture issues. This product can be incorporated as a base coat in any Spartacote resinous flooring systems for decorative and protective applications, […].
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