Contemporary Stone & Tile Design articles from June 2003

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design archives from June 2003

From the editor.(Editorial)
June 22, 2003... When talking to designers about their clients' requests for residential spaces, there seems to be a familiar response. Homeowners desire materials that will provide a warm, comfortable feel, while still achieving" an upscale look More often...

A broad product range at Coverings 2003.
June 22, 2003... Filled with endless displays of natural stone, ceramic tiles and decorative pieces as well as installation and maintenance products, this year's exhibition introduced visitors to many new design possibilities Once again, leaders among the...

A quality resource: limestone continues to be a mainstay in today's designs due to its warm textured beauty.
June 22, 2003... When it comes to selecting material for her projects, Jackie Depew, ASID, takes full advantage of her nearby surroundings. The designer's firm, Depew Design Interiors, is based in Austin, TX, which is part of a region plentiful in resources,...

Expressing artistry through decorative tile: decorative tile has become a unique form of expression in both residential and commercial applications, while remaining a durable and practical design option.
June 22, 2003... Decorative tile has become a popular option tar designers due to its versatility in design as well as its practicality. This style of ceramic tile, which is painted or imprinted with a design or pattern, has the ability to communicate an...

New image for Cevisama 2003.
June 22, 2003... With hundreds of displays and new facilities, Cevisama 2003, which took place from March 4 to 8 in Valencia, Spain, held significant value for both exhibitors and visitors Cevisama 2003 proved to be another successful exhibition, with 157...

Stanton Eckstut, FAIA. .(Interview)
June 22, 2003... If Stanton Eckstut had listened to the Penn State architecture faculty after his first year as an undergraduate student, he might have never entered into the profession. Fortunately, he proved his early detractors wrong, and he has since gone...

Durango ancient[TM] colcisa pattern.(Circle No. 114.)(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... Three tile sizes comprise this 12- x 12-inch x 1-cm mesh-mount pattern. Each of the four sides has a 3- x 6-inch piece. Each corner is comprised of 3- x 3-inch pieces centered by a 6- x 6-inch tile. Excellent in bathroom walls, showers, floors...

HMK[R] specification binder. .(Circle No. 112.)(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... The industry's most comprehensive guide to Stone Care. Features company brochures, specific Care Directions and individual Product Data to help you select the proper care system for virtually every type of installation. Contact HMK today to...

Hand painted frescos. .(Circle No. 103. )(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... New from Artasics, a magnificent line of meticulous hand-painted tumbled marble murals, inserts and borders. Innovative design and interesting textures make our frescos an excellent design alternative. Available in antiqued and vibrant...

Thru-body porcelain tiles. .(Circle No. 108. )(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... Essenza porcelain tiles are created with the best rew materials available in the world. The utilization of advance technology gives Essenza porcelain tiles the inherent beauty of natural stone with the durability of porcelain tiles. Essenza...

Natural beauty. .(Circle No. 115. )(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... At Bermarmol SA, every need in natural stone is answered with a wide range of products in standard sizes while also offering the postibility and capability to adapt each product to the formats and special needs of each individual project. Crema...

New villi glas tiles. .(Circle No. 102. )(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... Now available at all 13 showroom locations, Arizona Tile offers this B-mm-thick glass tile with unlimited application possibilities. The tile is available in 45 impermeable colors and is easy to clean. No special installation tools or materials...

The ultimate in architectural stone.(Circle No. 106.)(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... Burlington "the Best of British Stone" is the perfect natural flooring and paving medium. Hard wearing and durable, it is suitable for interior and exterior environments such as offices and shopping malls. It comes in five colours and a range...

Hand painting on stone. .(Circle No. 113. )(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... Pour La Maison has mastered the fine art of hand painting on stone. Our exclusive artist can hand paint your original ideas or reproduce any of the works that appear in our ever expanding collection. Pour La Maison manufactures and distributes...

Slate importer/distributor.(Circle No. 107. )(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... Echeguren Slate, Inc. is an importer and nationwide distributor of state, 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...

Maestro mosaics[R] in class and stone. .(Circle No. III. )(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... Natural stone and glass mosaics. Over 200 selections. Glass in 50 colors. Onyx, Quartz, Marble, Slate, Travertine in subway tile. Vessel sinks, 1 1/4" ogee-base, and 1 1/4" CAP to match. Mosaic carpets & borders. Custom orders accepted. New...

Bermarmol warehouses.(Circle No. 185 )(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... The Spanish company, Bermarmol, a leader in the natural stone industry, has opened a new warehouse in Germany. Known as Bekker-Marmor, the location s in Bergkamen, Germany, and it can be reached by email at bekker@cityweb.de The warehouse...

Natural stone on CD-Rom. .(Business News Publishing Paramus, NJ 20l-29l-9001 Fax: 201-291-9002 )(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... 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...

Gainey Ceramics. .(Circle 110.)(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... Gainey Ceramics, known for ceramic pottery since 1950, now offers relief decorative designer wall and countertop tile. With over 100 colors to choose from, we offer endless possibilities to complement any historic look to today's latest trends....

A leader in Spain. .(Circle 109.)(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... In the sales category for manufacturers of natural stone products, Esteve & Manez Marmoles, SA was recently ranked as the top company in the Valencia Region and the number two company in all of Spain, with a sales volume of $50 million as...

ABC stone trading. .(Circle 100.)(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... 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...

Pacifique. .(Circle No. 101. )(Brief Article)
June 22, 2003... AKDO proudly announces the "Pacifique" line of dimensional stone and mosaics. Designed and manufactured by AKDO, this line was inspired by the French Colonial days in Asia when natural materials were used in architecture to create environments...

Dubious Beijing landmark wears a new face. .
June 22, 2003... The stonework at Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China, received a significant upgrade several years ago, but it is still internationally known as the site of a deadly clash between young students and the Chinese militia. Before Tiananmen...