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Decorative Tile in Commercial Design

Tile Talk

While I prefer the quiet residential neighborhoods for my morning walks in Los Angeles, crossing commercial swaths and busy streets can''t be avoided in California''s most populous city with a population of 3.8 in Los Angeles. See More Hand Painted Spanish Tile Design Ideas. By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile.

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Cement Tile Manufacturer Shares Restaurant Designs to Recreate in Your Home

Granada Tile

They can be had in a wide variety of colors and patterns, and these will not fade, as they are baked into the tile instead of painted on. The DAMA Fashion District Restaurant & Bar in Los Angeles offers Latin-inspired continental cuisine with a design that’s touted as “tropical deco.”

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Adamson House Tile Tour

Tile Talk

The factory produced tiles that are still coveted today and can be be found in some of Los Angeles' architectural treasures like the Mayan Theater and City Hall. Glazed terracotta planters with ornate designs are clues to what await. Today, we'll explore only the outside grounds. We think you'll find lots of inspiration!

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Avente Tile Talk: Tiles of the American Riviera - Santa Barbara, CA

Tile Talk

Located 83 miles north of Los Angeles, CA, is a gem of a city nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains. Everywhere you go within this elegant city, you’ll notice hand-painted terracotta and ceramic tiles gracing every niche, fountain, building façade, restaurant, and more. hand painted tile.

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Avente Tile Talk: Relief Cement Tile

Tile Talk

Relief Cement Tiles Simulate Terracotta Is it cement or is it clay? Here two colors were used for the "terracotta body" and the black grout line is in relief. If you are thinking of using Spanish-style pavers or terracotta for your floor, consider what you can do with cement! hand painted tile. backsplash designs.

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Avente Tile Talk: Favorite Portuguese Tile Installations

Tile Talk

In last weeks post , Arpi Nalbandian started the month-long celebration by introducing the rich history and culture of Portugal, and the important role hand-painted ceramic tile has played. Aventes Portuguese tiled are hand-painted by an artisan tile maker and fired twice. hand painted tile. The first firing sets the glaze.

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Avente Tile Talk: Spanish Tiles Make Magic

Tile Talk

We discussed the different hand painted Spanish Tiles lines. A few days later she placed a sample order that included several popular hand painted Spanish decorative tiles and our Yucatan field tiles. A Hand Painted Sink Adds a Special Touch. Spanish Tile and Hand Painted Trim. Ines and I found each other through Houzz.

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