Contemporary Stone & Tile Design articles from September 2003

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design archives from September 2003

From the editor.(Editorial)
September 22, 2003... Perhaps more than ever, natural stone and ceramic tile are being implemented in applications that reach beyond traditional uses. These materials are serving as mediums to create an actual feeling or atmosphere rather than just a design. And it...

Upcoming events.(Calendar)
September 22, 2003... November 13-15, 2003 International Tile and Stone Show, Las Vegas, NV. Contact by phone in the U.S: (800) 564-5975, outside the U.S. (212) 621-9105; E-mail: info@internationalandstoneshow.com; Web site:...

2003 Tile of Spain Architecture and Interior Design Awards.
September 22, 2003... ASCER, Spain's ceramic tile manufacturer's association has issued a call for entries for the Tile of Spain Architecture and Interior Design Awards. Introduced in 2002, the international awards honor projects that, by virtue of the architectural...

Ceramic Tiles of Italy 11th annual design competition.(Happenings)(Brief Article)
September 22, 2003... 2004 will mark the 11th edition of the Ceramic Tiles of Italy Design Competition. This annual awards program, sponsored by Assopiastrelle, the Association of Italian Ceramic Tile Manufacturer, and the Italian Trade Commission, recognizes...

Clarification.(Correction Notice)
September 22, 2003... In the summer issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, Shiflet & Travis Architects of Austin, TX, was the architect of record for the home located in the Barton Creek section of Austin, which was featured in the article entitled "A Quality...

Trends.
September 22, 2003... The collections of natural stone and ceramic and porcelain tile are continuing to expand with each passing year. Advances in technology along with the innovative ideas of manufacturers have led to an abundant supply of products offered in...

Telling a story with mosaics: the ancient artistry of mosaic design has been reinvented to include bright and textured tiles as well as stone--creating environments full of character and vibrancy.
September 22, 2003... While mosaics have always added elegant decor to residences, commercial uses for mosaics have gained widespread popularity. Because they can add such grace and beauty to almost any area, hotels, restaurants and businesses have increasingly been...

Casual sophistication in stone: today's architects and designers are creating settings with rustic, yet upscale feel through the use of natural stone or other rough-textured materials.
September 22, 2003... With the stress and hassles of everyday life, homeowners look to their residences as a place of refuge, "Relaxing" and "comfortable" are two words that come to mind when describing a living space. To create such a soothing environment,...

Michael P. Johnson.(Interview)(Interview)(Biography)
September 22, 2003... Whether it's his laidback manner or relaxed personality, a sense of ease is immediately felt when speaking with architect Michael P. Johnson of Michael P. Johnson Design Studio in Cave Creek, AZ. But although the architect might speak in a...

Durango ancient[TM] colcha pattern.(Sourcing Guide)
September 22, 2003... Three tile sizes comprise this 12- x 12-inch x 1 -cm mesh-amount 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,...

HMK[R] specification binder.(Sourcing Guide)
September 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.(Sourcing Guide)
September 22, 2003... New from Artsaics, a magnificent line of meticulous hand-painted tumbled marble murals, inserts and borders. Innovative design and interesting textures make our frescos and excellent design alternative. Available in antiqued and vibrant...

Thru-body porcelain tiles.(Sourcing Guide)
September 22, 2003... 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...

Natural beauty.(Sourcing Guide)
September 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 possibility and capability to adapt each product to the formats and special needs of each individual project. Crema...

New Villi Glas tiles.(Sourcing Guide)
September 22, 2003... Now available at all 13 showrooms locations, Arizona Tiles offer this 8-mm-thick glass tile with ultimate application possibilities. The tile is available in 45 impermeable color and easy to clean. No special installation tools or materials are...

The ultimate in architectural stone.(Sourcing Guide)
September 22, 2003... Burlington "the Best of British Stone" is the perfect natural flooring and paving medium. Hard wearing and durable, it is suitable interior and exterior environment such as offices and shopping malls. It comes in five colors and a range of...

Hand painting on stone.(Sourcing Guide)
September 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 manufacturers and distributes...

Slate importer/distributor.(Sourcing Guide)
September 22, 2003... Echeguren Slate Inc. is an importer and Nationwide distributor of slate, sandstone And quartzite for flooring and roofing. Our line over 50 colors come from India, China, Africa, Spain, Brazil and the U.S. In addition to tile, we offer pavers,...

Maestro Mosaics[R] in glass and stone.(Sourcing Guide)
September 22, 2003... Natural stone and glass mosaics. Over 200 selections. Glass in 50 colors. Onyx, Quarts, 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...

Custom Building Products grout color center.(Sourcing Guide)
September 22, 2003... To assist customer and design professionals with grout selections, Custom Building Products has created the grout color center, a unique display concept that offers the preview of the finished installation. This new display contains individual...

Natural stone on CD-Rom.(Sourcing Guide)
September 22, 2003... The results 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.(Sourcing Guide)
September 22, 2003... Gainey Ceramics, known for ceramic pottery since 1950, now offer relief decorative designer wall and countertop tile. With over 100 colors to choose from, we offer endless possibilities to complement any historic look today's latest trends....

Designer sink line.(Sourcing Guide)
September 22, 2003... After receiving the important award by the Italian Trade Commission as the most innovative company in the stone field, The Alfredo Salvatori company continuing it research into the "design world" by presenting the new sink "Eclissi". Featured...

ABC Stone Trading.(Sourcing Guide)
September 22, 2003... The architects' and designers' source for the finest and 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.(Sourcing Guide)
September 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...

Re-establishing a San Francisco treasure: San Francisco's landmark Ferry Building has undergone renovations to transform the old ferry terminal into arcade of specialty food markets and office space.(Classics)
September 22, 2003... As a staple of San Francisco's architectural heritage, the century-old Ferry Building has been renovated to utilize the convenience of its location, accommodating the residents of the city as well as tourists from all over the world. This...