Contemporary Stone & Tile Design: Vol. 22, № 1 (Winter 2015)


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For the third floor terrace at the AKA Beverly Hills Hotel, a tranquil and elegant atmosphere was achieved with natural stone. A focal point of the outdoor space is a fountain built of Bluestone — supplied by Sepulveda Building Materials. The stone is characterized by shades of blues and browns, and the size of each piece ranges from 2 to 5 inches. Story begins on page 32.

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design: Vol. 20, № 4 (Fall 2014)


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A private residence in Hancock Park, a historic and affluent neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA, incorporates Asian-influenced decor and an Italian vibe that encompasses the Southern California lifestyle with a palette of Italian tile. In the master bathroom, 10- x 60-inch and 30- x 60-inch tiles from the Design Industry collection in "Raw Light" were used on the walls, 30- x 60-inch tiles from the Design Industry collection in "Raw Light" were used on the floors and 10- x 60-inch tiles from the Larix collection in "Natural" were used on the shower wall and floor. Co-design by D.I Group, Inc. and Adeet Madan Home Design, both of Beverly Hills, CA. Story begins on page 24.

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design: Vol. 20, № 3 (Summer 2014)


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The Stoneway Collection from Naxos offers the aesthetic of natural stone with the durability of porcelain. The large-format tile can be used for both floor and wall applications. Stoneway is just one of the many tile and stone product lines that were on display at Coverings 2014, which took place this past spring in Las Vegas, NV. Other new product introductions can be found in the Coverings Product Review, beginning on page 10 of this issue.

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design: Vol. 20, № 2 (Spring 2014)


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Anna Marie Fanelli of Floor & Decor in Tenafly, NJ, recently completed work on three bathrooms for a home in northern New Jersey, which is featured in the DIY Network series "Rev. Run's Renovation." In the bathroom of oldest son, Diggy, 12- x 24-inch Serenissisma Silver Travertini polished porcelain floor tile is paired with Design Positive 8- x 20-inch Blanc Blanc Brilliant porcelain wall tile. An accent is added with 1/2- x 12-inch Mugwort gray stone pencil trim pieces, which encase Starry Night stone and glass mosaics. The vanity top is made of white Carr- ara marble. Stone and tile supplied by Floor & Decor, Tenafly, NJ. Photo by Marisa Pellegrini Photography. Story begins on page 24.

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design: Vol. 20, № 1 (Winter 2014)


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Held this past fall in Bologna, Italy, Cersaie, the Italian tile exhibition, once again offered an array of high-quality tile products. Wood-look porcelain tile continues to grow in popularity, and tile manufacturers are taking it up a notch with grains, textures and colors that look remarkably authentic. Pictured is the Seawood Collection by Tile of Spain- branded manufacturer Peronda. Story begins on page 10.

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design: Vol. 19, № 4 (Fall 2013)


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For the kitchen of a private residence in Alpine, NJ, 12- x 24-inch porcelain floor tile from Casa Dolce Casa's Velvet Collection in the color "Oyster" is complemented by granite countertops with a double-bullnose edge. Further bringing elegance to the kitchen design is an intricately detailed custom tile backsplash. Design by Anna Marie Fanelli of Floor & Decor in Tenafly, NJ. Photo by Marisa Pellegrini Photography. Story begins on page 32.

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design: Vol. 19, № 2 (Spring 2013)


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For a master bath renovation in a home in Austin, TX, 5- x 24-inch wood-look porcelain floor tiles from the Atlantic Collection by EGE Seramik was paired with Gold Green quartzite wall tiles to create an Asian-inspired design. Design by CG&S Design/Build, Austin, TX. Photo © Paul Finkel. To read more about this bathroom remodel as well as other innovative uses of stone and tile in kitchen and bath design, turn to page 20.

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design: Vol. 19, № 1 (Winter 2013)


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A floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace feature wall is the showcase of the sunken living room that was created in the lobby of the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis in Minneapolis, MN. The fireplace is comprised of Virginia Mist granite slabs, and the same material was used as flooring throughout the public spaces of the hotel, which was recently renovated. Design by Stonehill & Taylor, New York, NY. Photo by Peter Peirce. Story begins on page 14.

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design: Vol. 17, № 4 (Fall 2011)


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A fresh look was created for the remodel of a guest bath in a home in Pinecrest, FL with a feature wall clad in aqua-colored glass mosaic tiles, which resemble the shades of the ocean. The tiny rectangular-shaped tiles are a contrast to the light- colored St. Croix stone floor tiles. Design by DEN Architecture of Miami, FL. Stone supplied by Opus Stone of Miami, FL. This project is one of several in this issue that showcase the use of mosaics in design. Story begins on page 14.

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design: Vol. 18, № 4 (Fall 2012)


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A crisp elegant look is achieved in this kitchen design with Calacatta marble countertops accompanied by a backsplash made of the same material in a subway tile format. To balance the polished marble countertops, porcelain floor tiles with a weathered wood look bring a hint of rustic charm to the space. A subtle floor design was created by laying the planks in a herringbone pattern. Design by Christopher Grubb of Arch-Interiors design group, inc. For an extensive look at Grubb's portfolio, turn to the one-on-one designer interview beginning on page 32.

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design: Vol. 18, № 3 (Summer 2012)


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A total of 375 square feet of custom handmade tile was employed throughout a private residence in Decatur, MI. The homeowner was seeking a "blast of color" for the floor design in the home's foyer and hallway, and ultimately, a vivid and unique pattern was achieved with varying tile shapes and sizes. Design by Colleen Crawley. Tiles manufactured
by Motawi Tileworks of Ann Arbor, MI. Story begins on page 14.