Contemporary Stone & Tile Design articles from January 2007

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design archives from January 2007

From the editor.(Editorial)
January 1, 2007... As we have discussed in past issues of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, consumers have become quite savvy in their tastes. Homeowners are selecting granite for their kitchen countertops and high-end products such as glass tile mosaics,...

Upcoming events.(Calendar)
January 1, 2007... 2007 February 6-10 Cevisama, International Trade Show for Ceramic Tiles, Surface Coverings, Fittings and Bathroom Furnishings, Valencia, Spain. Contact: Feria Valencia, 34-96 386-11 00; E-mail: feriavalencia@feriavalencia.com; Web...

Cersaie 2006 review.(Ceramic tiles show)
January 1, 2007... Cersaie 2006, which occupied 156,000 square meters of the Bolongna Exhibition Center, hosted 1,060 companies from 32 countries, including 531 ceramic tile producers--369 from Italy and 162 from abroad. The show set new records in terms of total...

Innovative options in stone & tile: with the ever-expanding number of stone and tile collections available today, the creativity in residential and commercial design has reached new peaks.
January 1, 2007... Judging by today's designs, it is apparent that designers and homeowners alike are still craving stone and tile products with high-end finishes. They desire materials that dazzle, shine and create texture. But rather than just being used to...

Designing with the guest in mind: taking maintenance issues, durability and style into consideration, architects and designers deem stone and tile a natural fit for today's commercial spaces.
January 1, 2007... Whether the venue is a restaurant, hotel or an office building, material selection can play an important role in establishing a certain feeling for an individual setting. Keeping the guest in mind, both stone and tile seem natural choices for...

Charles M. Rabinovitch.(dialogue with Charles M. Rabinovitch)(Interview)
January 1, 2007... For almost as long as he can remember, Charles Rabinovitch of C.M. Rabinovitch/Architects in New York wanted to be an architect when he grew up. He was first inspired at the age of nine when he visited an exhibit on the work of renowned French...

Durango Travertino[TM].(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... Durango Travertino[TM] is the classic tone-on-tone crisp ivory beige with hints of pewter and golden cream. The tiles are filled and Old World Honed[TM] in a variety of sizes that can be installed in several patterned designs for a creative and...

Colors added to the Venezian[R] line of granites.(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... Adding to the already alluring color palette, the makers of Venezian[R] Granite have added four new colors to the line: Canale[TM], a rich grey; Gondola[TM], a golden peach with red accents; Laguna[TM], a creamy white with golden reflections;...

Stone Pro V.O.C. compliant sealers.(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... Stone Pro offers a complete line of V.O.C. Compliant sealing products that outperform the competition and meet all government safety standards. This complete line contains the right product for every type of natural stone. Stone Pro...

Stone Style.(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... A stunning new book by the editors of Stone World, Michael Reis and Jennifer Adams, showcasing the magnificent possibilities of stone--indoors and out, rustic and elegant, trendy and timeless. Available now from your favorite bookseller or...

The semi-precious collection.(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... Amazing Stone, Ltd., the founding and leading manufacture of solid semi-precious stone surfaces, proudly introduces The Semi-Precious Tile Collection. The collection is available in an array of stunning semi-precious gemstones from translucent...

New product line.(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... American Slate Company now carries a range of Ledger Stone Panels aimed at the rapidly expanding wall treatment sector of new home construction. Available in a standard 24" x 6" format, these panels will add dimension and texture to any...

Carmel Stone Imports.(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... Carmel Stone Imports is the largest stocking tile and slab importer of Jerusalem Stone in the Western United States with select distributors and high-end dealers nationwide. We also proudly feature our beautiful and unique exclusive lines of...

ABC stone trading.(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... The architects' and designers' source for the finest natural stone, ABC's global collection includes granite, marble, travertine, onyx, slate and quartzite. Slabs, tiles, cut-to-size pieces and special projects are available for the...

Glass tile offers unparallel depth and beauty.(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... Frosted Dimensions Series is a modern collection of durable, long-lasting 8mm etched glass tiles. 1" x 1" and 1" x 2" are available in eight solids and four stylish 1" x 1" color mixes. Each square foot is mesh-mounted for easy application to...

Slate importer/distributor.(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... Echeguren Slate, Inc. is an importer and nationwide distributor of slate, sandstone and quartzite for flooring and roofing. Our line of over 50 colors comes from India, China, Africa, Spain, Brazil and the U.S. In addition to tile, we offer...

Tile for a cause.(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... Legacy[TM] has been welcomed into the tile community not only for its beauty, elegance and grace, but for the contribution it will make to the global community. Call Gainey Ceramics for more information on how you can make a difference by using...

Pokarna storms!!!(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... Pokarna Limited strikes again. This time with an all new beautiful and exotic color from India, "Apollo Storm". This material showcases a rare combination of the beauty of the Greek God and the wildness of a storm. No wonder the result is as...

Natural stone on CD-Rom.(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... The result of intense and thorough research into the current needs and trends of the building stone market, this specially designed software package will enable you to accurately and conveniently display the images and technical data of over...

StoneSpecific sealers formulated for different stones.(SOURCING GUIDE)
January 1, 2007... Different stones, with different densities and porosities, need different sealers. StoneSpecific[TM], a new line of premium products from Custom[R] Building Products, is formulated for the most popular specific stone types and finishes. ...

Woven by classic stonework: located about 40 miles from Florence, Italy, in the Tuscan countryside, the medieval city of Lucignano offers an unspoiled glimpse into the classic stone architecture of the period.(CLASSICS)(City overview)
January 1, 2007... Driving through the Tuscan hills of Italy, most tourists are driven to the cultural center of Florence, as well as the abundant wineries throughout the region. However, about 40 miles outside of Florence, the fortified town of Lucignano in...