2017

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Keep it Classic with Vintage Tiles

The London Tile Co.

Often interior design is about finding the balance between classic and contemporary. Whether it’s fitting a much loved piece of furniture into your minimalist space, or trying to modernise an older property, combining the two is a fine art, which is why we are so in love with the Vintage range. As the name says, these tiles have a vintage look but manage to work in almost any setting.

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Going Above & Beyond: Backsplash Tile That Wows

Architectural Ceramics

Thanksgiving. We all know a lot of effort goes into making a meal that typically features turkey. We all spend a lot of time in the kitchen cooking in front of our backsplash. While subway tile is a popular option and has it’s place, we’re here to challenge the norm. For those of you nonconformists roasting a large chicken instead of a turkey this year, this blog is for you.

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Tile of Spain Announces Winners for the 5th Annual “Passport To Creativity” Contest

Tile of Spain USA

Four lucky winners are heading to Spain thanks to the 5 th annual Tile of Spain “Passport to Creativity” contest. Each year, Tile of Spain , the international brand the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER), asks architects and designers to submit a photo of themselves with Spanish tile in their own imaginative and creative way.

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Nuheat Uncoupling Membrane

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

Nuheat Membrane is a tile underlayment and uncoupling system that is specifically designed to embed and hold the industry-leading Nuheat Cable floor heating system. The low profile Nuheat Membrane reduces the stress caused by differential movement between the tile layer and the substrate which can lead to tile cracking. When integrated with Nuheat Cable, the system provides soothing heat to tile and stone floors that is energy efficient and easy to install.

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Benefits of Cement Tile Floors

Granada Tile

Cement tiles have been popular since the 1860s and this is for a good reason—they are one of the most practical and beautiful types of tiles available. Cement tiles offer a huge range of benefits that make them a good choice for any room in your home. We’ve created a list of the top ten benefits of cement tiles to show you just how flexible and durable cement tile floors really are!

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The Big Move Part III: Demo,Design & The Reason Why

Kitchens for Living

It’s Friday and time for another installment of The Big Move. Thank you so much for all the great feedback on parts I & II You can catch up right here in case you missed them. If you subscribe to the blog that will never happen again. My husband, Joe, and I are transitioning from suburban family living to a cozy condo by the water. As new empty nesters, we’re downsizing, minimalizing and taking a property with potential from sad to fab.

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There’s a Small Bathroom Design Revolution and You’ll Love These Rule-breaking Trends

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. Tired of your small, dark and uninspiring bathroom? Are you ready to finally give it an overhaul? Well, there’s no better time to give your small bathroom a fresh look. Small bathroom design is finally stepping out of the cookie-cutter bathtub, sink cabinet, mirror and toilet combination.

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How to Keep Natural Stone Countertops Beautiful

CUSTOM Insights Blog

The versatility and beauty of marble, limestone, travertine, granite and other natural stone countertops make them extremely popular in kitchens around the country. Kitchen countertops are exposed daily to all types of potential problems, including stains. Grease, wine, coffee, various sauces and other seemingly harmless food and beverages can actually have lasting and costly consequences if the proper precautions aren’t taken to protect and care for your natural stone countertops, which are a s

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Garden State Tile wins North American Distributor Award

Garden State Tile Blog

The 27th edition of the Confindustria Ceramica North American Distributor Award was presented to Garden State Tile during a special VIP event hosted by Ceramic Tiles of Italy at Coverings 2017. This award was created by Confindustria Ceramica (the Italian Association of Ceramics) to recognize an outstanding North American distributor for their achievements in promoting Italian ceramic tiles and increasing their use in the North American marketplace.

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Unique Mosaics Shows ARDEX Pride…#TileTuesday

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

Angie Halford and her WINNING Mosaic Masterpiece! When Global Tile Posse Facebook Group admin Jason McDaniel came up with a contest challenge for members to show their ARDEX pride, Unique Mosaics owner Angie Halford rose to the occasion. The rules were simple: the projects MUST be done by hand, no waterjet or CNC, and they must use tile or stone & incorporate ARDEX in some way.

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Tile Talk: Green vs Green Squared

Giotile

Tile is Naturally Green All ceramic (which includes porcelain) tile is inherently green. It’s basically made of dirt and water, after all. The natural materials have a number of environmental qualities that make tile a great choice for eco-friendly design projects: Ceramic tile is sanitary.

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A Growing Trend: Matte Black Tile is Back

Architectural Ceramics

In the month of November, we’re thankful for Thanksgiving feasts, Black Friday sales, and the ‘Movember’ trend where men grow a mustache to bring awareness to men’s health. In case shopping at midnight or facial hair aren’t your thing, there’s another trend that’s growing attention: matte black tile. At Architectural Ceramics, we’re excited for this sophisticated tile trend.

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Tile Delights at Cevisama 2017

Tile of Spain USA

In the 35th edition of Cevisama in Valencia, Spain, Tile of Spain companies showcased their new collections and innovations to over 78,000 industry professionals visiting from more than 100 different countries. Below is a collection of what we saw at Cevisama 2017: For more updates, be sure to follow Tile of Spain on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram and Pinterest. … Continue Reading.

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Easy Ways to Add Interest to the Kitchen

Conestoga Tile Blog

Photo Credit: Mother Hubbard’s Custom Cabinetry ( [link] ). The kitchen is so much more than just an area where you cook and eat. All too often, the kitchen becomes a small forgotten and isolated space especially in older homes. In fact, many design experts describe the kitchen as the soul of a home. Yes, it’s the space where you’ll congregate with your family and in modern households, it’s also a hub for a lot of activity.

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Cement Tiles Around the World (Infographic)

Granada Tile

Share this Image On Your Site. </p><br /><br /> <p><strong>Please include attribution to www.granadatile.com with this graphic.</strong></p><br /><br /> <p><a href=’[link] src=’[link] alt=’Cement Tiles Around the World’ width=’2000′ border=’0′ /></a></p><br /><br /> <p> Cement tiles can be seen across countless blogs and m

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Pantone’s Color of 2017 at Modwalls Tile

Making Tile Modern

GREENERY. We love all shades of green here at Modwalls , so we’re oh so happy that this bright, fresh shade has been chosen as Pantone’s color of the year for 2017. Greenery works in so many rooms and we have the tile collections in this vibrant hue to make anyone’s day brighter. Here are some of our favorite Greenery colored tile installations using a variety of Modwalls tile collections: Search Our Modwalls Tile Installation Galleries to see all of these rooms and more!

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40 Sublime Swimming Pool Designs for the Ultimate Staycation

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Nothing is more relaxing than lounging by a stunning pool and going for a swim. Many of us have to travel for that luxury but a lucky few have a backyard getaway featuring the latest swimming pool designs to “staycation” in. We’ve rounded up 40 of the most sublime swimming pool designs for you to enjoy. No sunscreen required. Indoor to outdoor swimming pool designs This stunning Laguna Beach, CA, home features a contemporary infinity swimming pool that transitions from indoors

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Cave House is More Than a Name for This One

Trendir Magazine

Cave House in Cordoba, Spain isn’t just a home with a quirky name. Designed by UMMO Estudio , it really is part cave part modern house with an open layout, bright kitchen, and beautiful bathroom. Masterfully built into the foothills of Sierra Morena, the white plaster home has plenty to show and boast. Its naturally uneven front lawn deserves a special note, providing residents with spacious outdoor lounge area.

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Before & After – Trabuco Canyon Home Remodel (40+ pics)

Burgin Construction

Integrating the white and glass kitchen with the homeowner’s warm, traditional style, the Burgin Construction Inc. design-build team worked hand-in-hand with the Wright family, creating a fresh new look with exceptional flow and continuity throughout their home. This Trabuco Canyon kitchen was upgraded with a new wine and beverage center, DeWils cabinets with mixed finishes, natural stone herringbone backsplash, and granite countertops.

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Cement Tile Roundup: Restaurant Design

Cement Style

Feast Your Eyes on This! This post is exactly what you expected, a lovely flight of photos featuring Villa Lagoon Cement Tile in a handful of restaurants. Bon Appétit! “Large Cubes” Cement Tile at Marcus, MGM National Harbor, MD. Solid Troika Cement Tile at Nando’s Oakville, Ontario Location. Custom “Piedmont” Cement Tile at The Watermark Community Cafe. “Mixed Gray Hex” Cement Tile at Terra in Danbury, CT. “Ikat’s A, B, C, D” on the Ta

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WEBINAR: Capillary Passive Drainage for Exterior Tiling Installations

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

Join us on August 22 at 1:00 pm Central Daylight (2:00 pm ET) time for a one-hour educational webinar. Exterior tile and stone installations are becoming more popular and requiring the use of specialized installation materials to handle the tough demands of tiling outside. With these tougher conditions to overcome such as freeze thaw cycles, water management and proper installation techniques, failures can still occur and result in costly repairs.

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Young Architects Should Work in Construction

Life of an Architect

If I have one regret during my education (between the ages of 18 – 24) is that I never worked on a construction site. Once I graduated from college, I went straight to work in an architectural office, drawing up all sorts of stuff that I had literally never seen before in my life. I managed to get along but I was acutely aware of my lack of practical knowledge and I have been trying to make up for it over the last 20+ years.

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Made In the USA: AC Tile Lines Made in America

Architectural Ceramics

Because of the our nation’s Independence Day, the month of July is all about America. We take time off to visit family, take part in parades, and take a moment to reflect on our nation’s history that allows us today’s freedoms. We’re proud to be an American. While we’re hyped up on all things red, white and blue, let’s take a look at a few of Architectural Ceramic’s tile lines that are proudly Made in the USA.

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Tile Trends: GIO Looks at Metal Tiles for Commercial Design

Giotile

Both metal tiles and tiles with metallic finishes have been growing in popularity in the design world the past few seasons, and the available selections just keep getting better. The colors are richer and more varied, and finishes are expanding with choices ranging from shiny to light polish, matte, and brushed.

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10 Design Tips for Small Kitchens

Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

If you’re ready for a kitchen renovation but worried about having limited space to work with, take a deep breath—there are plenty of innovative ideas and stunning features that can make your small kitchen feel like the biggest room in your home. Kitchen renovations aren’t about the size of your space, but rather the way you use your space; square footage doesn’t come into play here.

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7 Home Improvement Tips For Every Homeowner

Kitchen and Residential Design

Big projects or small, home improvement is a challenging, costly, and time-consuming task. Whether you are hiring someone to help you out or doing it yourself, there are many things that have to be considered. Here are seven tips for every homeowner who has caught the home improvement bug. Begin with a realistic plan Perhaps you got excited after watching home improvement shows and suddenly want to change everything.

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New Vetrazzo Recycled Glass Subway Tile at Modwalls

Making Tile Modern

Modwalls |Fresh Tile in Colors You Crave. Modwalls has joined LEED certified Vetrazzo to offer exclusive subway tile in 3 sizes made of Vetrazzo’s American made recycled glass surfaces. Vetrazzo, the famed American made recycled glass composite surfacing, is making subway tile designed and sold exclusively by Modwalls Tile. Now you can cover your interior walls and floors, including wet areas, with any of 4 colors and 3 sizes of modern and earthy subway tile designs.

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The Importance of Contrast in Interior Design (Plus, How to Make It Work for You)

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. Contrast is an essential component of any interior design project. Image: Ann Lowengart Interiors Interior design buffs know how important a room’s first impression can be. There are some spaces that, upon first glance, make your breath catch because its elements are so visually striking, yet still fit together.

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Low Maintenance Backyard Design Concepts

Trendir Magazine

Designing the perfect backyard can take some time as there are hundreds of different concepts that are currently trending. However, one trend that has yet to get out of style is having a low maintenance design concept. Everyone wants a backyard design that will allow them to enjoy the warm weather without having to maintain the space frequently. Here are out current favorite low maintenance backyard design concepts that are currently on trend.

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Best Tile Store!

Garden State Tile Blog

Garden State Tile wins “Best Tile Store” for the 8th consecutive year! The post Best Tile Store! appeared first on Garden State Tile.

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Quick Look: Terrazzo Cement Tile

Cement Style

We have a total design game changer at Villa Lagoon Tile! Now you can add the depth and visual texture of terrazzo to all or part of your favorite cement tile patterns. Terrazzo Cement Tile is suitable for all commercial and residential floors and walls when the appropriate application procedures are followed. 3 Sizes of White Marble Chips Available.

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#FlexBoneFriday – Full ARDEX System at Audi Dealership

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

Les Planchers JB of Blainville, QC, Canada will soon complete an Audi car dealership using a full ARDEX tiling installation system. The 14,000 square foot showroom features ARDEX UI 740™ FLEXBONE® Uncoupling Membrane, ARDEX SK 175™ Waterproofing Membrane and Vapor Retarder for Tile & Stone Installations, ARDEX AF 207™ ​Pre-Mixed, Rapid Set Uncoupling Membrane Bonding Adhesive​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​, ARDEX X 77™ ​MICROTEC® Fiber Reinforced Tile and Stone Mortar​​​​​​ and ARDEX F

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Limestone Learning Deep in the Heart of Texas

Stone Update

Continental Cut Stone and local stonecarvers shed light on architectural design using the native resource.

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Cinco de Mayo: 5 Ways to Use Mexican-Inspired Tile

Architectural Ceramics

Rockville, MD – May 5, 2017 – The Kentucky Derby, Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, and Memorial Day – May is never short on it’s share of holidays and celebrations. Because the percentage of people interested in horse-themed tile is slim and it’s hard to give your mother a bouquet of tile, let’s instead honor Cinco de Mayo with 5 ways to bring Mexican-inspired tile to your next project.

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How to Choose the Right Style Garage Door

Stagetecture

Are you in the process of choosing a new garage door ? Your front door isn’t only the one that needs to look gorgeous. You also have to make sure that your garage door is a design in itself. Bear in mind that your garage door is very obvious, the fact that it’s quite larger than your front door. There are quite a number of options to make your garage door stand out.

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The Big Move Part VII: An Unwelcome Visitor

Kitchens for Living

The Big Move is a video series documenting the experience of downsizing from our family home in the suburbs to a condo by the Intracoastal. If you’d like to binge watch episodes I-VI you can start here. Since I’ve been deluged (only slightly) with inquiries from my adoring fans who are wondering if The Big Move is adrift and floundering in limbo, I present Part VII.

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Looking back …

Life of an Architect

Hindsight is 20/20, or so the phrase goes. It basically means that if you knew then what you know now, you would do things differently and avoid some mistake or misstep. Other than being able to possibly avoid some catastrophic event, the idea that you would look at your current state of affairs and wish that you had done things differently ( like “I should have become a doctor” or “I should have bought Apple stock in January of 2003”) doesn’t actually change anyt

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