JG Kitchens

APRIL 22, 2014

Next week, I’ll be attending Coverings, North America’s top tile and stone trade show, for the first time in almost a decade. I was fortunate enough to be able to attend Cevisama in 2012 and Cersaie last fall, Spain’s and Italy’s respective tile shows. There will be a trip report post when I return, of course!

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Granada Tile

JANUARY 27, 2014

For his place in Redondo Beach, just south of Los Angeles, “I wanted to keep a Spanish flair in the kitchen and decided to an accent wall behind the stove,” he reports. Coming across our tile, he was smitten—”the design and sheen drew me toward it,” he says. Tile photo courtesy John Hixson.

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The London Tile Co.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Grey has been seen splashed across all of the interior design magazines and blogs this summer, and it looks like it’s set to last with several shades of grey featuring with Pantones Spring 2015 Colour Report. Craqueles Liso Gris Ceramic Tiles. We think these would look great with a bright red tile. Grey Mosaics.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 20, 2018

If you’re considering a full-on kitchen remodel or even just a small update, the March 2018 issue of Money lays out the 6 hottest kitchen trends for 2018 and breaks down the cost of each one. It looks like the fashion in kitchens is leaning us towards something warmer and more welcoming. The easiest way to do that?

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JG Kitchens

JANUARY 18, 2017

This is my latest Trend Spotting report for Kitchen & Bath Design News , showing you what the experts are predicting for 2017. It covers economic, style and technology trends in the kitchen and bath sphere. Photo Courtesy: Hastings Tile & Bath ). I hope you find it informative.

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

Cement and concrete tiles are popular with interior designers and DIY home renovators alike because they hold a wealth of advantages over other types of tile. For example, the color on a concrete tile won’t chip or wear off because it’s hydraulically pressed into the tile. How to Choose a Concrete Tile.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

I’ve had the pleasure of visiting the major Spanish tile show, Cevisama , in a hosted press tour, in 2012, and seeing Tile of Spain ‘s exhibits at Coverings at several shows. Here’s the trade group’s take on what’s hot for ceramic tile in 2018: Monochromatic. Gauged or Thin Tile.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

One of the best parts about our job is when we get to see Granada Tile ‘s fabulous cement tiles installed in projects. Not only that, but we get to hear the hows and whys behind the process—from what drew our clients to our concrete tiles in the first place to the process they went through deciding on designs and palettes.

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Granada Tile

JUNE 18, 2015

We’re big fans of Portland, Oregon-based designer Jessica Helgerson of JH Interior Design and we’re happy to report that the feeling is mutual. Many of her beautiful, livable and comfortable spaces have included our cement tile designs. Here are just a few examples of her work that include our encaustic tile designs.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

I’ve had the pleasure of visiting the major Spanish tile show, Cevisama , in a hosted press tour, in 2012, and seeing Tile of Spain ‘s exhibits at Coverings at several shows. Here’s the trade group’s take on what’s hot for ceramic tile in 2018: Monochromatic. Gauged or Thin Tile.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 28, 2019

In terms of functionality, the sink is a vitally important part of your kitchen. It’s an important consideration in the design of your kitchen, and is essential in the hallowed kitchen work triangle. How can you determine which type of kitchen sink is best for your needs? The aesthetic appeal of the kitchen sink.

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JG Kitchens

APRIL 29, 2015

I just finished writing my extensive Trend Report for Kitchen & Bath Design News. Worn edges and burnt finishes add authenticity to wood-look tiles (Photo Courtesy: Ceramics of Italy/Sant’Agostino). Porcelain tile creates affordable terrazzo style (Photo Courtesy: Interceramic). Reclaimed wood looks.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Cement Tiles Trend Toward Bold Patterns & Colors. Earlier this year I did a guest post for the Gold Notes blog called, Tile Trends from Coverings 2012. I reported that I was seeing a trend to use texture, color, and geometric patterns in tile. Melilla Cement Tile. Montecristi Cement Tile. Geo 8 Cement Tile.

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Kitchens for Living

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Last week Artful Kitchens hit the road again for a mini-trip to my hometown, Miami. I was excited to re-connect with some of the great people I met earlier this year on my visit to the Cevisama tradeshow (if you missed that, you can read about it here ) with Tile of Spain. I was not disappointed! Her name is Venus of Dolní Věstonice.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

JANUARY 13, 2022

Do you walk into your kitchen, and your first thought is how drab and dull it looks? If so, it may be time to consider remodeling your kitchen. If you live in Boston, a mid-range kitchen upgrade can increase the value of your home, and you can expect an ROI of around 57% of your cost. Below you’ll find the most critical areas.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 27, 2017

Cement tiles are the latest must-haves in home and commercial décor and are influencing a design shift that embraces color and pattern versus solid neutrals (think plain subway tile). While still trending from 2016, cement tiles are traditional building materials that have been popular for centuries. Keep reading!

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Granada Tile

MARCH 18, 2014

With the promise of warmer and drier days on the horizon, we thought it would be the perfect time to share the latest editorial coverage featuring Granada Tile ‘s sensational cement tile—and give you a little sunny inspiration to boot. This time around, Coastal Living featured our Europa cement tile in yellow and white.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Cement Tile Design Trends & Tips. I love the color in this cement tile floor. Notice how the cement tile pattern blends similar colors to create a simpler pattern? If youre having trouble finding the right color, design or pattern, then these cement tile design trends may provide the answer you were looking for.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 7, 2014

13 Top Selling Tiles from 2013. I also like to review the years top selling tiles. This informal review provides some insight as to whats trending in tile. Last year, I reported that for the "first time in three years, a white tile was not our top seller!" Classic LaRochelle - A 8" x 8" Handmade Cement Tile.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Cement tiles aren’t just popular because of the stunning designs available, they’re also one of the most durable types of tile on the market. In fact, there are many examples of 100-year-old cement tile installations that still look great today. So what is it that makes cement tiles so hardwearing?

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Floor Covering News

MAY 21, 2021

Ceramic tile, which has been faced with ongoing challenges for several years now, was no exception. Continuing its downward trajectory, ceramic tile sales in 2020 experienced a low, single-digit decline in terms of overall dollar sales and similar declines in terms of volume. Ceramic tile sales in 2020 declined roughly 5%.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 25, 2021

—Radiant heating sales hit growth levels in the first quarter that haven’t been seen in over a decade, according to the “Q1 2021 Industry Report” by WarmlyYours —a manufacturer specializing in electric floor heating. One of the primary conclusions drawn in the report was that floor heating sales were up 31.1%

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Granada Tile

MAY 23, 2013

Three new tile designs from Granada Tile appear in the June 2013 issue of House Beautiful. Our big year here at Granada Tile continues! We’ve been thrilled to receive lots of press coverage for our stunning cement tile designs. Boulder, Chicago, and Miami are three new tile designs from the Stripes range.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

ELLE collection Wow Design – Tile of Spain. Coverings , the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, announced the fourth annual National Tile Day celebration scheduled for Feb. Other ways to engage include viewing Interior Design’s Facebook Live Tile Trends interview with CapraFeb.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

Daltile’s Defend tile line features Microban technology to attract consumers looking for healthy, clean floor products. By Megan Salzano Ceramic tile is one of only two truly aspirational product categories available in flooring today—hardwood being the other. Know your tile products and sell them. That’s compared to the 17.8%

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Tile Talk

MAY 19, 2015

By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. Last month, I reported some of my favorite tile trends and finds from Coverings in the my blog post Tile Trends 2015: Variety is the Spice of Tile. One of the most unique new tile designs I spotted at the show is a relief cement wall tile line from Aguayo Tiles called Elevations.

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 28, 2013

Our Atlanta tile design makes an appearance in the October issue of Atlanta Home Improvement. The last six months or so have been pretty exciting: Editors all over the United States have featured Granada Tile ‘s delightful new Stripes range (from our Echo Collection ) in their publications. Floor tiles in an entry?

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Daltile’s new Outlander features the company’s StepWise technology that provides 2x more slip-resistance than regular tile, for a seamless indoor/outdoor space. S everal issues that shook out in 2023 have contributed to a less-than-stellar year for ceramic tile. Seen here is MSI’s Soreno Grigio porcelain tile and pavers.

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JG Kitchens

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

One of the booths I enjoyed visiting in my last (free) day at Cersaie , Italy’s annual bathware and tile show, was Villeroy & Boch. Colorful fixtures and cabinetry are a 2017 trend, as the Trend Spotting report I just turned to my Kitchen & Bath Design editor just showed.).

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 12, 2019

A new report by Houzz reveals that kitchen renovations are still the most popular remodel – and also the most expensive. In 2018, the kitchen was the top interior room renovation among homeowners who renovated last year. The report also notes that costs are rising. Homeowners are recreating designer kitchens.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 2, 2013

The tile industry has been through a lot the past five years. But tile manufacturers, distributors and dealers that survived the tough times are now well positioned to benefit from the improving economic climate heralded by many observers. According to Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants Inc.‘s By Jeffrey Steele. in square feet.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2022

We’ve had great traffic at the show,” said Micah Hand, director of market- ing and product management, Florida Tile. “I During the show, Eric Astrachan, executive director, Tile Council of North America (TCNA), gave a full report on the U.S. ceramic tile market. According to the report, U.S. There was 2.23

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Kitchen and Residential Design

MAY 19, 2012

Kitchen and Residential Design. Its island time again, kitchen island that is. Tomorrow morning at 9:30 EST, CBS Sunday Morning will dedicate its 90-minute broadcast to an exploration of kitchen islands. Tomorrow morning at 9:30 EST, CBS Sunday Morning will dedicate its 90-minute broadcast to an exploration of kitchen islands.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

Like many industries, tile has been through a lot the past five years. But those tile manufacturers, distributors and dealers that survived the tough times are now well positioned to benefit from the improving economic climate heralded by many observers. According to Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants Inc.‘s By Jeffrey Steele.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Many years ago, when I was starting out as a kitchen and bath designer, stainless steel kitchen appliances had hit the mainstream in a very big way. I was interning under a kitchen designer in the '90s and we spent a lot of time talking to clients and potential clients about caring for stainless steel.

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Life of an Architect

MAY 26, 2014

Home / Kitchen / Talking Kitchen Trends with Matthew Quinn Talking Kitchen Trends with Matthew Quinn Bob Borson — May 27, 2014 — 12 Comments The latest stop on my great kitchen adventure was in Atlanta, Georgia – where I was able to go hear kitchen design expert Matthew Quinn give a lecture on regional design trends.

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Discerning Design

APRIL 12, 2012

Kitchen Designers and Trade Shows. Why should new home builders and potential remodelers care if their kitchen and bathroom designers attend trade shows. Why should new home builders and potential remodelers care if their kitchen and bathroom designers attend trade shows. Coverings - The Ultimate Tile + Stone Experience.

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