2021

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The Year of Color: Chromatic Trends of 2022

Tile of Spain USA

Ceramic tiles offer a number of technical properties that make it the ideal cladding material for virtually any surface in both architectural and interior design projects. As Tile of Spain manufactures work swiftly to evolve their production techniques, new collections are equipped with enhanced features to strengthen the durability, ease of installation, resistance to abrasion and hygienic capabilities of each piece.

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5 Key Elements of Hygge Design

As The Tile Turns

When you picture the perfect evening, do you imagine an exciting night out on the town, complete with stylish outfits and elaborate activities? Or would you rather curl up with a good book while wearing your favorite pair of PJs? If you identify with the latter, you’ll have no trouble understanding the appeal of a concept that has recently gained traction all around the world: hygge.

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3×8 Zellige Handmade Subway Tile Backsplash Lutz, Florida

CeramicTec

I had a customer contact me about a ?farmhouse kitchen remodel in Lutz, FL she was doing. She found me through referrals for tile contractors in the Tampa, ?Florida area. We set an appointment to meet to go over her kitchen design and to see her tile selection. She selected a handmade 3×8 Zellige tile […].

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Using Porcelain and Ceramic Tile in Outdoor Kitchens

Why Tile

Outdoor kitchens are rising in popularity as a way to create more living space outdoors and to better enjoy the beauty of nature. Nature’s not the only beautiful thing to look at in an outdoor kitchen — with stunning porcelain and ceramic tile options, you can create an outdoor kitchen that will rival any area… The post Using Porcelain and Ceramic Tile in Outdoor Kitchens appeared first on Why Tile.

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Curated Maximalism Inspired from Around The Globe

Garden State Tile Blog

There are few things more exciting than jumping on a plane and traveling to a new destination. The new sights, smells, people, and cultures all make for an exciting journey that will leave you inspired for years to come. Vivian and Joe, Principal Designers of Global Home Interiors took their expeditions to the next level by incorporating their travels into interior designs concepts for their clients.

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Ceramics of Italy Tile Trends Spring/Summer 2021

Diary of a Tile Addict

We’re still stuck at home, not visiting any tile shows and not getting our fix from Coverings , Revesti r , Cevisama , or Cersaie. But Ceramics of Italy have come through with a trends report so at least we can share that! Organic. Staying in makes the need for a relaxing home environment even stronger. And there is little more relaxing than nature.

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Coverings conference sessions announced

Floor Covering News

Arlington, Va.— Coverings , the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has released a lineup of featured conference sessions for Coverings 2022. All educational sessions are designed to provide show-goers with the informative content they need to excel in today’s highly competitive tile and stone marketplace, according to Coverings.

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45 Two-Tone Kitchen Cabinets – Kitchen Ideas for the Next Remodel

Trendir Magazine

Whether you’re remodeling your kitchen or just want to grab some inspiration for the home you hope to move into one day, we’ve got some unique ideas to grab from today. The ultimate result will depend on your preferences, how the rest of your house looks, and, of course, the budget. Nonetheless, whether you like the classics or a bold splash of color, we have it all.

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GIO’s Greatest Product Picks of the Year

Giotile

It’s hard to believe we’re reaching the end of another year amidst a pandemic. Following a tumultuous 2020, as the world began to slowly adapt to and emerge from the pandemic, health and wellness became top priorities across the design industry, sustainability has become a bottom-line concern, and virtual technologies have become a more mainstream … The post GIO’s Greatest Product Picks of the Year appeared first on Gio Tile.

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Designing Guest Suites for Holiday Company

JG Kitchens

Who helps you make your guest accommodations better, healthier, safer, more comfortable and enjoyable? The tips I share from my own experience and three pros -- one designer, one chef and one burnout coach -- can be that extra help you need this season. The post Designing Guest Suites for Holiday Company comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Improving and Enhancing Living Spaces with Ceramic Tiles

Tile of Spain USA

A year ago, our lives underwent a drastic change due to the Covid-19 virus. One of the pandemic’s main consequences experienced nearly all-over the world was a mandatory retirement to our homes. During this time, most experienced for the first time, the tricky task of learning how to balance work, family life, education, leisure, sport and other activates typically performed outside of the home.

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Ep 066: Architects and Sketching

Life of an Architect

There is a nostalgia associated with architects and sketching but is it still an integral part of the design process anymore? The post Ep 066: Architects and Sketching first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 066: Architects and Sketching at Life of an Architect. There is a nostalgia associated with architects and sketching but is it still an integral part of the design process anymore?

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New Method for Using Sand to Produce Concrete Without Cement

The A to Z of Building

Scientists from the Institute of Industrial Science, which is a part of The University of Tokyo, have designed a new technique for synthesizing concrete without cement. Image Credit: Institute of.

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Using Ceramic Tile in Your Home Office

Why Tile

Whether you’re new to remote work or need to give your home office some new energy, ceramic tile is the workhorse you need for efficient and comfortable workspaces. The Rising Need for Home Offices One-third of U.S. workers are working remotely full-time in an attempt to reduce the spread of COVID-19. About two-thirds of these… The post Using Ceramic Tile in Your Home Office appeared first on Why Tile.

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HONEYCOMB HEAVEN: THE HEXAGON TILE TREND

Garden State Tile Blog

Bring the natural character of honeycomb into your home with hexagon tiles ! The six-sided shape has been surging throughout the interior design world, adding a fresh geometric take to floors, walls, backsplashes, and more. Read on as Garden State Tile lists the top hexagon tile styles seen today, and how to incorporate this timeless trend into your own design projects. 1.

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Home Staging Tips and Tricks That Really Work

Kitchen and Residential Design

With the decision to put your house on the real estate market comes a lot of anxiety. While there are many reasons for emotional turmoil during the home sale process, many owners have a concern that the potential buyers won't find their property attractive enough. According to ISoldMyHouse.com , one of the best ways to make sure that doesn't happen is by making your residence look fantastic.

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Ceramic: Category reaps benefits of booming housing market

Floor Covering News

Daltile’s new Defend is a distinct product line of high-performance ceramic tile featuring Microban technology, which will not wash off or wear away. By Megan Salzano-Birch—After two years of slow decline, the tile category is back on top. U.S. suppliers are touting record-high sales in 2021 and expected ongoing growth as a result of changing consumer habits and a booming housing market —both spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The Wonderous Diagonal Mar Park

Tile of Spain USA

If adventure and excitement are what you seek, then a trip to Barcelona, Spain should be added to the top of your travel list. While visiting the Catalan capital, be sure to add a stop at Diagonal Mar Park to your sightseeing to-do list. Built by Miralles Tagliabue EMBT, Diagonal Mark Park is Barcelona’s second-largest leisurely space, stretching across 1400 acres of land.

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Experimenting with Ceramic Formats

Tile of Spain USA

The idea that square tiles are the only option for floors and walls has become a thing of the past. Tile of Spain manufacturers offer collections in planks, geometrics, high-reliefs and many other formats that allow design ideas to be carried out in an entirely new way. Below is a glimpse of ways that experimenting with formats can transform a design. .

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La Roca Camper, a CID Award Winning Project

Tile of Spain USA

During this year’s annual Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards special recognition in the International category was awarded to Tomás Alonso Studio for La Roca Camper. Located in La Roca Village, an outlet shopping center in Barcelona, Spain, the Camper store is an enticing footwear boutique that offers guests an exciting shopping experience while simultaneously propelling them into the world of Spanish ceramics.

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Ceramic Tile’s Benefits for Allergy Sufferers

Why Tile

Anyone who suffers from allergies knows the perils of allergy season, but while we tend to think of the culprits as living outside, many allergens can be found right inside your home. Your home’s flooring, specifically, can contribute to allergies, with certain flooring types harboring dust mites and other allergens, creating an environment conducive to… The post Ceramic Tile’s Benefits for Allergy Sufferers appeared first on Why Tile.

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Your Guide to Laundry Room Tile

Why Tile

It’s time to get excited about doing laundry and design the laundry room of your dreams! Ceramic tile is a natural choice for laundry rooms with its low-maintenance benefits, waterproof installation system, versatile applications, and impressive design options. Why Ceramic Tile Is Ideal for Laundry Rooms Ceramic tile features an impressive “laundry list” of benefits:… The post Your Guide to Laundry Room Tile appeared first on Why Tile.

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How to Make Square Tile Unique

Why Tile

Square tile doesn’t mean your creativity is boxed in. In fact, these square tile ideas certainly qualify for thinking “outside the box,” for unique ceramic tile ideas. If you thought square tile was simple or tame, take note — square tile is making a design impact, largely thanks to new manufacturing techniques and installation patterns… The post How to Make Square Tile Unique appeared first on Why Tile.

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Porcelain Tile: Your Complete Guide

Why Tile

Designing and remodeling your home can be an exciting and rewarding creative pursuit. With all the decisions required about specific products, we are grateful for the family of ceramic tile options with benefits that far exceed nonceramic materials. Different types of ceramic tile collectively make up what is commonly known as the “ceramic tile family”—… The post Porcelain Tile: Your Complete Guide appeared first on Why Tile.

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Coverings outlines final Coverings Connected schedule

Floor Covering News

Arlington, Va.—Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has outlined the registration details and webinar schedule for the fifth and final edition of Coverings Connected for 2021. The digital experience will feature three learning sessions and is scheduled to take place Nov. 17, 2021, hosted on Coverings’ website.

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Ceramics of Italy highlights Cersaie trends

Floor Covering News

New York, N.Y.—This year’s edition of Cersaie featured exuberant colors, intricate patterns and tactile surfaces, collaborations with designers like Paola Navone, Elena Salmistraro and Ferrucio Laviani and ceramic experimentation was at an all-time high, according to Ceramics of Italy. Following is the 2021 Fall-Winter tile trend report from Ceramics of Italy.

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Tile of Spain showcases Cersaie tile trends

Floor Covering News

Miami, Fla.—Spanish companies traveled to Italy last month to showcase their latest collections at Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings. The annual event brings together architects, interior designers and tile producers to explore the latest innovations and trends in the ceramic tile sector. This year according to show organizers, 81 Spanish companies presented their latest ceramic offerings during the week-long fair.

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Tile’s eco-attributes entice younger generations

Floor Covering News

By Megan Salzano—While resilient flooring— rigid core SPC in particular —has taken the industry by storm, ceramic tile is poised for a resurgence. Not only is the category one of the most design-forward and technologically advanced options on the market, proponents say, but its eco-friendly attributes are a growing draw for consumers. Daltile’s Perpetuo collection comes in several formats, including a wave structure/texture wall tile that exemplifies the sensory component of biophilic desi

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Curated Maximalism Inspired from Around The Globe

Garden State Tile Blog

There are few things more exciting than jumping on a plane and traveling to a new destination. The new sights, smells, people, and cultures all make for an exciting journey that will leave you inspired for years to come. Vivian and Joe, Principal Designers of Global Home Interiors took their expeditions to the next level by incorporating their travels into interior designs concepts for their clients.

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FCEF focused on taking its message to the streets

Floor Covering News

I f the Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) wasn’t on your radar before, it should certainly be top of mind now. The group, whose primary mission is to bring together representatives from all aspects of the flooring industry to tackle the installation crisis, has been making the rounds at virtually all the major flooring industry conferences and trade shows to drum up awareness and support for its cause.

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AHF expands collections, broadens distribution

Floor Covering News

Mountville, Pa.—AHF Products partnered with key distributors across the country to represent the company’s newly expanded and comprehensive commercial flooring portfolio. These relationships expand AHF’s ability to effectively respond to the needs of commercial customers in key geographies, according to the company. The AHF Contract Portfolio includes homogeneous sheet, heterogeneous sheet, inlaid heterogeneous sheet, LVT, commercial hardwood and new Vinyl Based Tile (VBT).

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Emser launches Designer Grout collection

Floor Covering News

Los Angeles, Ca.—Emser Tile launched its Designer Grout collection, a specially curated collection of grout colors that has been designed in partnership with Laticrete. According to Esmer, it now offers customers even more unique design driven products to complete any of their tile and stone projects—all from one resource. “Emser Tile aims to be the source for the world’s most beautiful tile and stone product offerings, delivering solutions necessary for projects, start to finish,” said Mara Vil

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NTCA launches tile art coloring book fundraiser

Floor Covering News

Flowood, Miss.—Starting this month, the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) is initiating a fundraiser to support Tile Heritage Foundation (THF) and the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) in a unique format: a coloring book. The Tile Artistry coloring book features art tile designs and mosaic creations from members of the THF, Tile Council of North America (TCNA) and other members of the tile industry.

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Ceramics of Italy competition now open to submissions

Floor Covering News

Rockwell Group’s multi-family residential winning project from the 2021 Tile Competition. New York, N.Y.—As of Nov. 30, Confindustria Ceramica & the Italian Trade Agency opened submissions for the 2022 Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition. The longest-running awards program of its kind, according to show organizers, honors North American architects and designers for their innovative and creative application of Italian tile with past winners including prestigious firms like Rockwell Group

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FCIF raises $250,000 at 40th Anniversary Gala

Floor Covering News

New York—More than 200 leaders in the flooring industry gathered here recently to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) at the Rainbow Room atop the famed Rockefeller Plaza. The foundation raised over $250,000 to support flooring industry workers battling catastrophic illnesses during the event. “The 40th Anniversary Gala, along with our annual donations, is a true testament to the caring power of the floor covering industry,” said Andrea Blackbourn, exe

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Bradford Denny named CTEF executive director

Floor Covering News

Orlando, Fla.—Bradford Denny has joined the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) as executive director, effective Nov. 1, 2021. Most recently, Denny was vice president of Nichols Tile and Terrazzo, a family-owned tile contractor business in Nashville, Tenn. He has a proven track record of success as a contractor and leader in the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), having served as a board member of NTCA.

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Latest Daltile studio celebrates the allure of Austin

Floor Covering News

By Ken Ryan— Austin, Texas— Daltile held a grand opening for its 20th design studio here in Austin, a city known for food, great live music venues and general weirdness. With a nod to that uniqueness, Daltile’s new studio aimed to blend colorful and intricate designs with bold statements meant to stand out to the denizens of the culture-rich city, a mark it hit.

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