Contemporary Stone & Tile Design articles from September 2002

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design archives from September 2002

From the editor.(Editorial)
September 22, 2002... Through the years, our "Classics" feature in Contemporary Stone & Tile Design has detailed the historic stone architecture and preservation of well-known landmarks such as Chicago's Tribune Tower and Grant's Tomb in New York as well as lesser...

Ritz-Carlton. (On the Boards).(to open new facility, Las Vegas, Nevada)(Brief Article)
September 22, 2002... Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa, Las Vegas, NV Scheduled to open in November 2002, the 350-room Ritz-Canton, Lake Las Vegas is the centerpiece of Lake Las Vegas Resort's newest community, MonteLago Village, a 1,370-acre, $500...

Dream Mall. (On the Boards).(part of redevelopment project, Kaohsiung, Taiwan)(Brief Article)
September 22, 2002... Dream Mall Kaohsiung, Taiwan Dream Mall in Kaohsiung Taiwan. the first phase of a 7.4 million-square-foot mixed-use development masterplanned by RKTL, began construction in Spring 2002 with development by the Tung Li Development Co., a...

Trends.
September 22, 2002... Each year, the product lines of natural stone and ceramic tile continue to evolve and become more extensive. Manufacturers and suppliers in these industries are continually introducing new shades, textures and sizes. As a way to entice...

The modern artistry of mosaics: the combination of different materials, such as natural stone, ceramic and porcelain tile, has made mosaic design an artistic addition to public and private capacities.(case studies of mosaic design, U.S.)
September 22, 2002... Mosaics have been an important part of decorative design for centuries. When they were first made, the designs were often a depiction of an animal or event Though they were not simple designs, they were typically done with one or two different...

Tile evokes a clean industrial feel: in designing the Northwest WorldGateway at the Detroit Metropolitian Airport, various types of ceramic tile were selected for their durability as well as aesthetic value. (Case Study: Detroit Metropolitan Airport).(Detroit, Michigan)
September 22, 2002... When envisioning the new Northwest WorldGateway at Wayne County's Detroit Metropolitan Airport, the design team from Northwest Airlines and the architectural firm SmithGroup tried to capture the spirit of their city. To represent Detroit as...

Resourceful installation approach provides design opportunity. (Case Study: Hotel Vierjahreszeiten).(use of tile flooring in German hotel)
September 22, 2002... The use of a modular screed installation system and integrated heating system allowed the design of the Hotel Vierjahreszeiten (Four Seasons Hotel) in Iserlohn, Germany, to feature 64,000 square feet of ceramic tile flooring with maximum...

Olle Lundberg. (Interview).(architect, San Francisco, California)(Interview)
September 22, 2002... While the offices of most architectural firms are merely equipped with a stone library, Olle Lundberg's facility in San Francisco, CA, features an entire workshop, where he and his staff can experiment with materials before implementing them on...

Durango Ancient[TM] colcha pattern. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... Three tile sizes comprise this 12- x 12-inch x I-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...

Stone adhesives. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... Learn more about the high-strength bond of LATAPOXY[R] 310 Stone Adhesives from Laticrete, where you can "Set it and Forget it!" These two-part epoxies are applied using the fast and economical European "spot bonding" style of installation....

The ultimate in architectural stone. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... Share in the intrinsic aesthetic and technical qualities of Burlington natural stone. This versatile material can transform any interior environment whether specified as flooring, cladding, step treads and risers, reception desks or decorative...

Thru-body porcelain tiles. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... Essenza porcelain tiles are created with the best raw 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...

New villi glas tiles. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... Now available at all 13 showroom locations, Arizona Tile offers this 8-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...

Alcalagres. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... The 4 new models in Alcalagres' Sierra Series are a result of the Integral process, which imitates the natural beauty of stone creating a highly resistant product for commercial and residential applications, is available in a 16x16 format. A...

Slate importer/distributor. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... 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...

Custom Building Products grout color center. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... To assist customers and design professionals with grout selections, Custom Building Products has created the grout color center, a unique display concept that offers a preview of the finished installation. This new display contains individual...

ABC stone trading. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... The architects and desginers' 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...

Botanical motifs. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... Creative designs and bright splashes of color define our mosaics. Subtle shapes and interesting textures combined with innovative execution make Artsaics Studios a design alternative. Please contact us for a free catalogue featuring floral and...

New mosaic patterns. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... Custom design to installation, our mosaics made out of a variety of materials, including slate, marble, limestone, glass and metals are becoming mosaic masterpieces. Shown above: Basket weave with glass, metal, limestone and slates. ...

A leader in Spain. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... In the sales category for manufacturers of natural stone products, Esteve & Manez Marmoles, S.A. 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...

Lost Arts Series. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... Old-world artistry makes modern luxury possible with the Lost Arts Series of mosaic borders, all made from selected natural stones. Made at our studio in Turkey under scrutiny of one of the top mosaic artists in the world, these borders offer...

Maison portfolio. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... French country charm emanates from this total tile package, which was specially created to mix and match in traditional sizes and decorated accents. Three shaded field colors in a semi-matte, "wom-look" surface for floor and wall match up with...

Resurrecting Wright's vision: as a result of those who keep the works of Frank Lloyd Wright alive, the original 1920s design of the Nakoma Country Club in Madison, WI, came to fruition in the Sierra Nevadas of Northern California.(new Frank Lloyd Wright design building constructed)
September 22, 2002... ALMOST 80 years after Frank Lloyd Wright designed a clubhouse for the Nakoma Country Club in Madison, WI, his vision became a reality. With the efforts of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation and Gold Mountain Development, the facility, which...

Natural stone on CD-Rom. (Sourcing Guide).(new software, U.S.)(Brief Article)
September 22, 2002... The result of intense end 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...

HMK[R], specification binder. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... The industries 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...

Stone and tile exposition. (Sourcing Guide).
September 22, 2002... Coverings is the most important exposition in the world for ceramic tile and natural stone. Visit our Web site for extensive information on over 1,100 exhibiting companies, complete show and conference information, free registration, discount...