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Coverings 2023 energizes the masses

Floor Covering News

Suzi Portugal, vice president of design and sourcing, Mosaic Companies, parent company of Anthology, noted the public’s need for newness, which is helping to drive this trend. “I Everybody wants to have the grand look—larger and larger scales and grand patterns,” Portugal explained. I think people are really looking for unique.

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Tile’s eco-attributes entice younger generations

Floor Covering News

As individuals have become more connected to the outdoors with biophilic design, they are recognizing the overall importance of nature as well as the benefits of bringing these elements into a space. “Social isolation brought about from the quarantine has helped many become more committed to changing their own behavior.

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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. Portugal is a great place for ceramic tile lovers like me – it’s used everywhere. design standards. backsplash designs.

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Avente Tile Talk: Spring into Summer with our Cement Tile Ideas

Tile Talk

Because of their natural slip-resistant qualities and versatility, cement tiles are perfect for flooring a bathroom, kitchen, dining room or outdoor patio. Cement tiles are used all over the world in countries such as Cuba, France, Spain, Portugal and more. design standards. Our Pinterest board featuring Cement Tile: Rugs.

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Ceramic: Category reaps benefits of booming housing market

Floor Covering News

are at record highs,” said Suzi Portugal, vice president of design and sourcing, Anthology. “I R11 anti-slip tile, pavers, pool tile and ledgers also grow in importance as outdoor projects and budgets increase as a result of the pandemic.”. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.

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15 Well Designed Shipping Container Homes for Life Inside the Box

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Shipping Container Home Plans The standard container sizes measure 8’ wide and 8’6” high and come in two lengths of 20’ or 40’. Studio Arte Nomad Living, Portugal Studio Arte creates small container homes as perfect weekend getaways or guests houses. Plenty of windows and sliders are incorporated to expand the space to the outdoors.

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45 Modern Shipping Container Homes for Every Budget

Trendir Magazine

The coolest part about it is that it allows for an indoor-outdoor living style with a wonderful deck. The ground level is almost fully glazed offering the indoor/outdoor atmosphere. Using five 40′ standard containers and six 20′ containers the architect created a house that cantilevers over the site.

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