Category: TILE Magazine

 Volume: 14 |  Issue: 6 |  Download

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Featured on the Gold Book cover is Kora by Unica of the Target Group. The luxurious collection draws inspiration from informal art and abstraction. Pure and sumptuous decoration that manifests itself through the overlapping of glass and enamels that give depth to the surface. The use of gold exaggerates the small square elements that form the mosaic macro mounted on a net with 7 cm tiles. Applicable only on walls, Kora is available in three colors: Cream, Pitch and Ocean

 Volume: 14 |  Issue: 5 |  Download

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Mediterranea's design team has reimagined the intersection of wood and cement graphics in a new porcelain tile series, Provincial. Offered in a 12- x 48-inch size the Provincial series utilizes the latest inkjet design technology to make the "Old World" come to life again. The fusion of wood and cement perfectly emulates historic bridges, side streets and alleyways in the charming villages that dot Europe. To view more new tile collections, turn to the Product Showcase beginning on page 12.

 Volume: 14 |  Issue: 4 |  Download

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Tile trends are constantly evolving. Beginning on page 30 of this issue, a feature on tile trends details what is currently occurring in the industry and what professionals expect to see in the future. Neutral designs, which generally incorporate classic black-and-white combinations, have always dominated tile use, according to Rita Carson Guest, president and director of design at Carson Guest in Atlanta, GA. Learn more about other trends and what to expect in the upcoming years from various professionals in this issue’s trend report. Photo courtesy of Rita Carson Guest.

 Volume: 14 |  Issue: 3 |  Download

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The Artisan Glass collection by Hastings Tile & Bath is just one of many new product introductions featured in the Product Showcase beginning on page 16 of this issue of TILE. Crafted entirely of glass, the product line is comprised of countertops, framed mirrors, towel warmers, wall and shower panels, basins, floor tile and mosaics. Learn more about the collection, as well as other new tile or tile-related innovations, in the product roundup.

 Volume: 14 |  Issue: 2 |  Download

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Decorative tiles from the Bondi collection by Aparici inspire creativity and bring a fresh light vibe to any design. Learn more about other tile collections that were on display during Cevisama 2017 in the Product Gallery beginning on page 50.

 Volume: 14 |  Issue: 1 |  Download

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For Cedit, artist Franco Guerzoni designed an expressive collection of porcelain tile based on the historic evolution of colors and materials, known as Archeologie. Using the surface of the tile as a starting point, Guerzoni relied on modern technology to design a visually complex collection of large-format wall tiles that act like a canvas for materials, creating a collage of overlapping textures and colors. More innovative tile products can be found in the Product Showcase, beginning on page 14.

 Volume: 13 |  Issue: 6 |  Download

On the cover: Featured on the Gold Book cover is Eden, a new white body tile collection by Ava Ceramica. The double-fired tiles, which are 11 1/2-mm-thick, are available in one standard format — 32.1 x 96.2 cm. The collection is offered in three different colors and four different graphics. The graphics — Neutral Colour, Isper, Plissè and Fleur — are complemented by three different colors — Fandango, Vaniglia and Bianco — which embrace a shiny finish that makes the collection particularly elegant. Eden is accompanied by a porcelain floor tile, which is offered in one standard size and available in all colors, as well as the neutral graphic.

 Volume: 13 |  Issue: 5 |  Download

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Bluewave, a lively cocktail bar at OneOcean Club in Barcelona, Spain, features decorative handmade tiles from Ceramica Cumella. The colorful tiles emulate the look of scales on a Koi fish and were custom-made for this project. Design by El Equipo Creativo in Barcelona, Spain. Photo courtesy of (c)Adria Goula. Story begins on page 20.

 Volume: 13 |  Issue: 4 |  Download

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Each year, tile collections continue to evolve. Advances in technology allow for a diverse range of textures, sizes and shapes. The Product Showcase on page 14 of this issue of TILE offers a glimpse at the many new introductions to the marketplace. Featured on the cover is Nemo Tile’s latest porcelain series, Chalk — a unique line with art deco patterns and solid-colored tiles that can be mixed and matched with ease.

 Volume: 13 |  Issue: 3 |  Download

On the cover: For a remodel of a master bath in
a home in Davie, FL, a mix of glass mosaics and porcelain tile created a chic contemporary feel. The design included 12- x 24-inch porcelain oor and wall tiles accented by 2- x 2-inch Santa Vincent Brick Glass & Metal Mosaic tiles, which shine as
a distinct accent on the vanity backsplashes, mini shelves around the tub, shower wall and shower niche. The small, yet luminescent tiles incorporate shades of orange, brown and gray, and have unique striations running through each individual square. To read more about the master bath transformation, turn to the story beginning on page 20. Design by Alena Capra Designs, LLC of Fort Lauderdale, FL.

 Volume: 13 |  Issue: 2 |  Download

On the cover: Tile manufacturers have ramped it up, and as a result, tile collections resembling natural material are looking more authentic than ever. Thin porcelain tile has also hit the top of the popularity scale. The Stile thin porcelain tile series from M S International is an example of how porcelain tile can replicate the aesthetic of marble so well. With its minimal thickness, the product line is ideal for oor and wall applications. To view more new product introductions, turn to the TISE West 2016 product offerings beginning on page 48 of this issue.

 Volume: 13 |  Issue: 1 |  Download

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Distressed tile nishes continue to grow in popularity. Whether the preference is for a wood, stone or cement look, there is a product to satisfy every design request.
M S International, Inc.'s Salvage collection, which authentically reproduces the grain, texture and color of reclaimed wood, is only one example of the numerous collections available today. The 6- x 40-inch non-recti ed porcelain tiles mirror the length of traditional wood planks, providing countless installation options. Learn more about the latest distressed nishes in the Trend Report, beginning on page 28 in this issue of TILE.