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Fabricator issues and solutions discussed at Coverings

July 2, 2012
As part of the education sessions at Coverings 2012 in Orlando, FL, fabricators from around the country gathered to exchange ideas on a range of topics — from the current business climate to challenges in the shop


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A study in book-matching

July 2, 2012
For a private residence in Danville, VA, a master suite addition includes a range of innovative book-matched slabwork


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Marrying modern and historic architecture

July 2, 2012
The design of the new Sipprelle Field House at St. Andrew’s School in Middletown, DE, is a contemporary design that features regional stone to blend with existing buildings on campus


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Nearly 30 years of architectural stonework

July 2, 2012
In 1983, Mezger Enterprises, Inc. expanded its limestone production to include custom architectural stonework, and it has completed a range of high-profile projects over the past three decades


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Revisiting an Italian classic

July 2, 2012
In conjunction with the AIA Convention and Expo in Washington, DC, the Marmomacc Stone Academy led a delegation of its “alumni” architects on a tour of the 12-year-old Embassy of Italy, which was meticulously designed with Italian stone


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A showcase of stone and tile at Coverings 2012

June 26, 2012
Coverings 2012 returned to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, in April, and it did not disappoint with its numerous displays of stone and tile introductions.


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A “blast of color”

June 26, 2012
For their Michigan residence, homeowners turned to bright shades of handmade tile to bring a lively atmosphere to their living quarters


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Glass mosaics contribute to luxurious master bath design

June 26, 2012
The master bath of a private residence in Austin, TX, features colorful glass mosaic walls — adding movement and texture to the lavish space


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Replicating historic tile work

June 26, 2012
A major restoration of Chicago’s century-old Monroe Building resulted in Rookwood Pottery Co. recreating the look of the landmark’s original ceramic tile floors and walls


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Handmade tile maintains historic look of vestibule

June 26, 2012
Homeowners seeking a unique time-honored design for the foyer of their historic Philadelphia row house selected custom handmade tile from local artisan Lilywork of Quakertown, PA


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Surfaces 2013 preview

Surfaces 2013 -- to be held in conjunction with StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas -- is slated for January 29 to 31 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. The show, which also includes an extensive educational program that will be held from January 28 to 31, provides a place for thousands of floor covering retailers, distributors, installers, architects, designers and builders from around the world to gather and view the latest products, get vital education, network with other floor covering professionals and conduct business.

More than 600 of the largest manufacturers and suppliers representing products in every major category, including carpet, tile, hardwood, rugs, laminate, resilient and stone, are expected to exhibit at the trade show. Hanley Wood, owner and operator of the exhibition, reports that they have many new exhibiting companies and returning ones who have expanded their booth size. Additionally, Surfaces 2013 will host more than 40 workshops, seminars and mini sessions led by industry experts in the fields of business, sales, marketing, installation and design. Attendees can earn AIA, NKBA, AIBD, IICRC and AIA/CES industry designation. Here is just a small sampling of some of the displays that will be present at Surfaces 2013.

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Stone World's new issue includes a feature on the restoration of St. Joseph Cathedral in Sioux Falls, SD as well as an inside look at the Artisan Group’s annual fabrication event in Austin, TX.

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