March, 2023

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Seeking Ceramics: The 2023 “Passport to Creativity” Tour

Tile of Spain USA

Tile of Spain USA recently hosted an esteemed group of architects, interior designers and journalists in Valencia, Spain for an educational and ceramic-centric experience on the annual “Passport to Creativity” Tour.

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2023 Tile Trends: In & Out

Why Tile

Our countdown to Coverings continues with another 2023 tile trend. This week, we’re highlighting not a tile design, but a new type of tile: 2 cm gauged porcelain tile pavers.

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Let’s talk edges…

ModCraft

One way to finish a visible tile edge is by easing and glazing those edges… our skilled artisan masterfully attends to that exposed area. No detail is to small for your handmade tile. The post Let’s talk edges… appeared first on Mod-Craft Tile

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Geberit is working to protect forests in Tanzania

Ceramics of Italy

Geberit is promoting environmental awareness and working to safeguard resources through sustainable development practices. Ceramic sanitaryware production requires large quantities of resources and energy, while raw materials procurement and finished product transport generate further CO 2 emissions.

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New Textile Pattern Porcelain Collection at Rubble Tile

Rubble Tile

This month, we’re featuring a new collection of textile pattern tiles that offer a modern depth and warmth to any room. Filose, from the tile mavens at AlysEdwards, provides the sophisticated aesthetic benefits of textiles designers love.

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Experts Share Advice On Making Homes Safer And More Comfortable For People With Dementia

JG Kitchens

I’m extremely fortunate that neither of my parents suffered from any forms of dementia, but my sister and I are in our 60s now and not immune. I hope we continue unimpaired – and that you and your loved ones do too.

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How Long Does it Take Concrete to Dry?

Onfloor Technology

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Starcrete: A High-Strength Extraterrestrial Construction Material

The A to Z of Building

Researchers from the University of Manchester have developed a new material called “StarCrete,” which is made of extra-terrestrial dust, potato starch, and a pinch of salt and can be used

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Ep 120: Ask the Show – Spring 2023

Life of an Architect

Deficiencies of the Architectural Profession? Best non-architecture source for creative inspiration? When are you going to retire? We answer questions and more on Ep 120: Ask the Show - Spring 2023 The post Ep 120: Ask the Show – Spring 2023 first appeared on Life of an Architect.

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How To Balance College and Home Life

Kitchen and Residential Design

Are you struggling to figure out how to find a balance between your college life and home life? It can be difficult to juggle both and it's important to find a balance that works for you. In this article, we'll provide some tips on how to balance college and home life. Keep reading to learn more.

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What is ‘Water Stress’ and Why Should You Care About It?

JG Kitchens

It turns out that water stress is a plumbing industry term for the many challenges our drinking and wastewater systems are enduring – and what this can mean for us. It's especially acute if you live in a drought or hurricane zone.

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2023 Tile Trends: Cobbled 

Why Tile

Our celebration of National Tile Day and countdown to Coverings continues with a second 2023 tile trend we’re calling “Cobbled.” This trend represents any tile design that appears to be pieced together.

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Top 2023 Wellness Products And Trends From Design & Construction Week

JG Kitchens

Design & Construction Week is one of my must-go events every year. Combining the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show and International Builder's Show, along with other smaller gatherings for the trade, it's the top expo for seeing the latest and greatest new releases and trends.

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Open Innovation Challenge Calls up Start-Ups in Drive Towards Net Zero Concrete

The A to Z of Building

Start-ups from around the world can play a leading role in helping an essential global industry in its efforts to cut CO2 emissions and help solve the climate challenge. They are being invited to

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WSB and Bentley Systems Offer New Digital Construction Management Service Based on SYNCHRO

The A to Z of Building

Bentley Systems, Incorporated, the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced a collaboration initiative with WSB to lead civil infrastructure owners and contractors to

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The Race for Making the $300bn Concrete Market Greener is Already Underway

The A to Z of Building

If concrete was a country, it would have been the world’s third-largest carbon dioxide emitter behind only China and the US. This is no surprise given that it is the second most used

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SSAB to Showcase Strenx® Performance Steel in Cconstruction and Transportation Equipment at Conexpo-Con/Agg 2023

The A to Z of Building

SSAB, a global leader in high-strength steel production, features Strenx® performance steel and the benefits it brings to construction equipment in Central Hall booth #31215 at CONEXPO-CON/AGG

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Meet the Women in Construction at the Australian War Memorial

The A to Z of Building

This International Women’s Day the Australian War Memorial is highlighting some of the key women working on the Development project. Image Credit: Australian War Memorial Representing a

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SLB Introduces Low-Carbon Alternative for Well Construction Cement

The A to Z of Building

SLB today introduced the EcoShield™ geopolymer cement-free system that minimizes the CO2 footprint of a well’s construction. This innovative technology eliminates up to 85 percent of

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Lorin Highlights Anodized Aluminum Metals Collection

The A to Z of Building

Lorin Industries, Inc., the global industry leader in the innovation and production of coil anodized aluminum, highlights its anodized aluminum metals collection, ideal for exterior and interior

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IBS/KBIS 2023 Show Recap

Life of an Architect

It has been a minute since we traveled to Las Vegas for the International Builders Show and Kitchen Bath Industry Show, otherwise known as IBS/KBIS. Bob and I make this trip in the first part of February. So I m just now getting to recap the event.

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Ep 121: Material Selection

Life of an Architect

When you think of a building – whatever scale or project type, the items that go to create that building are most frequently associated with the materials that are selected that define the appearance of the building.