article thumbnail

Ceramic: State of the Industry 2022

Floor Covering News

Within the multi-family sector, another important market for ceramic, the prospects for continued high levels of development declined significantly in the third quarter, as did the prospects for continued high occupancy rates, according to results from the Multi-family Market Survey (MMS) released by the NAHB.

article thumbnail

Exclusive: MSI sees opportunities amid challenges

Floor Covering News

Raj Shah, MSI co-CEO M S International, more commonly known as MSI, started making headlines about 15 years ago as an affordable source of ceramic tile and stone. Every survey will show you that 80% to 90% of homeowners, given the choice and affordability, would want a hard surface floor—which the first level up is SPC.

Ukraine 98
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

Exclusive! Houzz 2019 Kitchen Trends

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

The report is unique because it captures the opinions of homeowners, whereas most surveys focus on trends from the perspectives of interior designers, architects, etc. On the other hand, 22% want to make the kitchen more open to the outdoors. Kitchen styles are rapidly changing. Image: Hero Images/Getty Images.

Trends 99
article thumbnail

Modern Patio Furniture That Brings the Indoors Outside

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Image: Room & Board Thanks to technology and innovation, patio furniture has evolved dramatically to keep up with the growing trend of outdoor living. Today, the outdoor space is an extension of our home and includes sophisticated appliances and comfortable, modern patio furniture. ″ D x 35.5″ ″ H (sofa), 31.5″

Outdoor 40
article thumbnail

Homebuying Trends in 2016

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

In a recent survey, home buyers believe now is a good time to buy and are trending towards traditional rather than modern designs. The survey, sponsored by Electrolux, was conducted by John Burns Real Estate Consulting, LLC, an Irvine, CA-based firm that provides research and consulting services to the housing industry. million U.S.

Trends 100
article thumbnail

10 Must-Have Items That Luxury Home Buyers Want Most - Freshome

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

In fact, an open floor plan is the number one criteria cited in a 2013 luxury home survey done by Coldwell Banker. Outdoor Kitchens and Pools. Wealthy buyers now crave the creature comforts of a cozy outdoor kitchen and cooking area. Collect this idea. Image Source : Matthew Cartier Interiors. Technology. Collect this idea.

article thumbnail

Kitchen Ideas – The Ultimate Design Resource Guide

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

According to a recent survey, 70% of buyers want an island in their kitchen, and of those, 50% consider it a must-have item. Almost any type of material can work for a backsplash as long as it’s properly sealed from the classic and versatile subway tile to modern stainless steel and solid glass to natural stone.