Tile Talk
JULY 22, 2014
'By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. Since launching our new line of Porcelain Pool Tile earlier this month, we''ve been getting a lot of questions about what makes porcelain tile better than ceramic tile. More commonly, the question is simply, "What is the difference between porcelain and ceramic tile?" It’s a question I gladly welcome and one that is fairly easy to answer.
Kate-Lo Tile & Stone
JULY 22, 2014
'Kate-Lo Tile & Stone wants to show you off! Our customers are awesome. We’d like to applaud our partners great work by featuring your projects. Send us your photos of completed tile projects using Kate-Lo material and if selected for our print newsletter, we will send you a $50 gift card to Target. All projects submitted will be featured on our blog and other social media sites including our monthly digital review.
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The Tile Shop
JULY 23, 2014
'Good morning! I hope everyone is having a great week- I can''t believe it''s Wednesday already! We are busy working on a new showroom in Hoover, AL. This will be our first location in Alabama- so it''s exciting. We have some fantastic customer photos to share with you this morning. Please click on the images to view: This first shower is from Matt B. in our Coon Rapids showroom.
Tile of Spain USA
JULY 21, 2014
'This guest post comes from Vicki Payne, host of the national television show For Your Home. Payne recently used Tile of Spain manufacturer Roca Tile in her own home renovation. It’s a great feeling to know that you’ve made the right choice when it comes to selecting materials for your remodeling project. During the recent renovation of my home I had lots of decisions to make.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 23, 2014
'This white-washed rustic kitchen embodies laid-back country life. Image Source: A Edwards. You’re standing in your cozy rustic kitchen admiring the warm glow that only aged wood cabinets and a natural fireplace can emit, and the smell of pine trees surrounds your senses. You drop into your favorite plaid-covered chair, resting your stocking feet close to the open flame of the wood-burning stove — just close enough to warm your cold toes.
Burgin Construction
JULY 23, 2014
'Maison de Reve Builders LLC. Over the years, Burgin Construction Inc. has seen home designing getting more and more personal as home owners are choosing to remodel their homes to suit their specific lifestyle and needs. Home owners are thinking about the longevity and functionality of their home design and how it relates to their family and making changes to their home to specifically accommodate their lifestyle.
Heath Ceramics
JULY 21, 2014
'We Spy…. Heath x House Industries house numbers spiffying up your streets. ( Psst - did you know we came out with new colors ?) . Tag us on Instagram. #heathceramics. Clockwise from top left: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4.
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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 21, 2014
'Your living room is where the social part of the home life takes place, a space designed to be used as you decide: entertaining, spending time with family, skateboarding, watching TV, or waiting for Santa Claus while enjoying the jolly fireplace entertaining system. The following examples will help you create your own version of the ultimate living room.
KB Culture
JULY 24, 2014
'Some may see a sleek ceramic sculpture, others might perceive a section of intestine. Personally, I''m undecided if the design intent of the WCA toilet is subtle or obvious. I do like it very much, though, for its bold appearance. sanindusa.pt.
Heath Ceramics
JULY 24, 2014
'Summer palette ????. Our candle holders from the top.
JG Kitchens
JULY 23, 2014
'My mother, Sandy D. Trief, was not a professional designer, and neither was I while she was living. (This Sunday would have been her 78th birthday.). What she did have was a wonderful eye for putting a home (and herself) together. I learned so many valuable lessons growing up as her daughter – though I didn’t appreciate them all at the time! Here are six of my favorites: The chairs, table and chandelier I grew up with (Photo Courtesy: Christina Chung/Coldwell Banker).
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 24, 2014
'A room filled with lavish antiques and high-end modern chairs is a perfect mix to create Modern Victorian Style. Image Source: Andrew Flesher. Owning a character-laden Victorian home sounds dreamy until you move in and discover that the ancient antiquity runs throughout the home — including the wiring, roofing and windows. That’s fine, you can just remodel, right?
Life of an Architect
JULY 19, 2014
'A while back I wrote a post titled “ Architectural Interns ” where I stated: Other than slowing things down, interns aren’t very useful in small firms because we run fast and lean. Everybody wears almost every hat and as a result (and despite them generally being the most interesting people in the office) summer interns are generally more work than they are worth.
The Perfect Bath
JULY 23, 2014
'These photos were in the May issue of World of Interiors. I am sure many of you saw and admired this bath. There are so many incredible details that I would be remiss not to share my observations of this space. I am taken with the beautiful figured Arabescato marble and marble moldings that add a finished architectural component to the space, the warmth of unlacquered brass shower fittings naturally patinated with time and use, the seat in the shower, a tub tucked comfortably into an alcove wit
The Armchair Builder
JULY 23, 2014
'One of the benefits of building a new home is that we get to create exactly what we want. An eye catching front elevation that combines unique materials and design to make us smile when we pull into the driveway…check. An open layout that meets the family’s particular needs for socializing and entertaining…check. An engineered [.].
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 25, 2014
'The breathtaking panoramic views from this Desert Mountain property in Scottsdale, Arizona, USA inspired the owners and architect Tor Barstad to take full advantage of indoor-outdoor living. A rustic mix of stone and organic materials seamlessly blend inside and out, inspiring a welcoming feel. Mirrored by the infinity edge pool, the impressive desert mountain retreat comes with a generously-sized outdoor entertainment area, perfectly suited for large gatherings.
Life of an Architect
JULY 23, 2014
'Architectural interns are certainly worthwhile additions to the office, but some are worth more that others. I am continuing this look into the value that architectural interns bring to the office by allowing our other intern – John Charbonneau – to take over the site today and talk about his experience while giving others a peek into how he has ben spending his time this summer.
The Ace of Space
JULY 24, 2014
'Is mercury in retrograde this month? If it’s not then there has to be a reasonable explanation for all the crazy that is happening. If I were to share some of the crazy with you, I think you would agree that it can only be attributed to some seriously maligned stars. From missed flights, to […].
Margaret Almon Mosaics
JULY 23, 2014
'Aurora by Dorothy Hafner(1995), assisted by Lino Tagliapietra. Corning Museum of Glass, Corning, NY. Photo by Wayne Stratz, 2014. See the top of this vase at Stratoz’s blog.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 23, 2014
'A family of four, with a new baby on the way, lives in this colorful apartment recently completed by Camille Hermand Architectures in the chic 7th district of Paris. The owners gather regularly around the dinner table for family meals and informal dinners with friends. With the arrival of a new baby they wanted to maximize space in their busy family kitchen, by fusing the existing kitchen with the adjoining dining room.
KB Culture
JULY 25, 2014
'Life in 1958 was different. I guess if your kitchen had a Cuisine Centré instead of a sink you''d put on your pearls and whip up a strawberry dessert, too. The integral small-appliance hub simplified that process; today you''d have to haul out the blender and the mixer, make room for them on the cluttered the counter, and get to work. The fact that the sink—I mean, the Centré—merited a dedicated peninsula for its placement is proof of the esteem in which it was held [if not by the homeowner, at
Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.
JULY 22, 2014
'The kitchen is one of the last places in your home where you want to feel cluttered. As the place you cook, entertain, help the kids with homework, etc., your kitchen should be as efficient and clutter-free as possible. How do you go about clearing the clutter? Perhaps the space just needs a good cleaning. But, more importantly, are you satisfied with the design?
Margaret Almon Mosaics
JULY 22, 2014
'Orange Lilies and the Lone Yellow. Photo by Ruth Dupuit. My friend Ruth sent me this photo from her garden. She said it made her think of me(orange) and Stratoz(flowers). The yellow emerging from the front makes the point that orange contains yellow! I met Ruth when I was 12. Our fathers had adjacent offices at University, and Ruth’s father told Ruth to look for me on the first day at my new school.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 22, 2014
'Farinelli Construction ‘s custom residential project Street of Dreams 201 4 is one of the most welcoming contemporary cribs we’ve seen lately. Its classic exterior and timeless finishes act as an open invite to exploring the property further. The five-bedroom home was created with an Eco-Friendly, Holistic mindset. The brick throughout the house is reclaimed antique cobble stone cut for interior walls, floors and ceiling details while the remaining core was used for the exterior wal
KB Culture
JULY 23, 2014
'At its essence, the shower experience comes down to a narrow routine: Enter booth, be drenched, exit booth. This floorplan escapes that monotony by creating a pathway rather than a cul-de-sac for the shower. Add to that its almost-outdoors ambiance, and I think we have a winner. lakeflato.com.
INOKI
JULY 24, 2014
'There are many different styles of outdoor kitchen design which you can select one the best as yours. Though you had decided to choose the best styles for your outdoor kitchen, then to make comfortable space for your cooking activities and your outdoor party, you need to choose the right outdoor kitchen equipment. Selecting the right ones for yours will need a lot of information to guide you to search the prices of them.
Stagetecture
JULY 23, 2014
'“A Macaron, my dear if you please…” Now macarons have been on the scene for quite some time. These pristine cookies have the color and subtle charm to allure to anyone who gives them a try. Even though they can take a bit of work to get just right but once the shape and form of the cookie have been made then you won’t be disappointed. And the best thing about these summer deserts is that they can pretty much come in whatever flavor of your choosing.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 21, 2014
'Juraj Vanca of Brno based DESIGN ATAK sent us 3D renderings of a modern country house the studio envisioned for a young family in Moravia, the Czech Republic. The brief of the project requested a modern and fresh interior approach, in accordance with the rural surroundings. According to the project developers, the main material employed this house is oak, which is a traditional furniture material used in the area: “We tried to keep the interior simple and bright by using natural shade of
KB Culture
JULY 22, 2014
'Observing fish drifting in a pond is a fine way to pass a lazy summer day. Barring an actual opportunity to do so [city life has a way of diluting such pastoral scenarios into virtual and/or vicarious experiences], contemplating these wall-bound koi will have to suffice. Using open-backed shelving lets the pattern—''Derwent'', named after a doubtlessly bucolic location in west Cumbria—show through.
INOKI
JULY 24, 2014
'It’s time to be creative! When you have great ideas to educate your children to be aware with their surroundings, the nature, and the reality around them, it is good to use materials in your home. Compost bin for kitchen can help realizing your project to educate your children and also to support Eco-friendly kitchen. Compost bin for kitchen can be useful to protect your kitchen from the bad smell and mess because of the garbage from your cooking activities.
Stagetecture
JULY 22, 2014
'Sometimes when designing or re-doing your home, one can overlook all of the possibilities that home already has. We can get so caught up in having the new and improved that we may overlook the great possibilities that are already there. Re-purposed materials are beautiful solutions to adding personality, history and creativity to your space. By taking things and recycling them into different uses for your home will not only create an Eco-friendly perspective but a custom design for all to enjoy
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 22, 2014
'Native Trails ’ new concrete sinks , made of a groundbreaking cement and jute fiber mixture called NativeStone™, are poised to spur the concrete trend in home design and energize the kitchen and bath industry. By adding jute—a natural, renewable vegetable fiber—to the proprietary concrete blend, Native Trails has reinvented concrete as we know it. These new concrete sinks are 40 percent lighter, much stronger, and far more sustainable than traditional cement sinks since they make use of natural
KB Culture
JULY 21, 2014
'As I see it, this kitchen strikes just the right balance between light and dark. I don''t mean the contrast between the cherry-wood cabinets and the white walls; it''s the level of illumination that impresses me. I can imagine this Williamsburg kitchen being as evenly lit in the deep of winter as it is on this sunny July afternoon. plainenglishdesign.co.uk.
INOKI
JULY 24, 2014
'Storage is very important to keep the things in the right places beside to help protecting them from the dust, and the flies. To fulfill this need, the way to improve kitchen cabinet storage can be done by creating pull out drawers for kitchen cabinets. As we often see, there are many kitchen cabinets consisting of base kitchen cabinets, upper kitchen cabinets, and the free spaces among them.
Stagetecture
JULY 22, 2014
'Brunch, for some is the most important meal of the day, since the breakfast has been skipped and lunch will be! Hence it becomes all the more important that it has a good nutrition value. Of course the flavors cannot be missed too. The Pan Seared Chicken Breast With Herbs & Potato Hash recipe, ensures a healthy meal with a punch of mouth watering flavors.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 24, 2014
'Rising north-west of Ljubljana, in Škofja Loka, this single family house exemplifies creativity under pressure. Three stories high, the modern single-family house showcases a smart floor-plan spreading over a compact 33 square meters footprint on a sloped site and reaching up to find more space. Imagined by 3biro Architects for a young family with small children, the cozy home has a large open double-height living area downstairs and a connected kitchen.
Heath Ceramics
JULY 21, 2014
'1st day of summer vacation, and it’s a good one.
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