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Armina Luxe, the latest venture from the Armina brand, announced the opening of its luxury showroom in the renowned Miami Design District. This premier design destination redefines the experience of designing kitchens, baths and closets with a bespoke approach that blends impeccable Italian craftsmanship and timeless materials with an extensive selection of the world’s most coveted natural stones.

This September, the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) is turning up the energy and hitting the road with 26 hands-on learning events in 19 states. With 19 free workshops and seven in-depth regional trainings, NTCA is giving tile professionals a unique opportunity to sharpen their skills, expand their knowledge and connect with peers and experts across the country.

W. R. Meadows announced the release of third-party verified environmental product declarations (EPDs) for 16 of its most widely used solutions. This marks a significant milestone in the company’s long-term sustainability initiative, designed to increase product transparency and help customers meet their environmental goals.

Mapei, a leading global manufacturer of adhesives, sealants and chemical products for the building industry, is proud to announce that its logo will be featured on two Andretti Global cars during the final race of the 2025 NTT IndyCar Series season. The Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix will take place on August 31, 2025, at the Nashville Superspeedway in Lebanon, TN. 

Fabricator’s Choice, a primary source for stone surface manufacturing equipment and digital integration, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a value-packed event designed to deliver valuable ways to remain profitable and grow through these demanding times. The company wants serious fabricators, both start-up and long-established countertop manufacturers, to have a Fab Choice Experience -- promising fresh ways to win new customers and more profitable jobs. The event will be held on Thursday and Friday, September 11 and 12, 2025, at Fabricator’s Choice’s facility, 9850 Hemingway Ave. S. in Cottage Grove, MN.

Laticrete, a manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, officially announced the launch of two category-redefining products: Hydro Ban® 1, a single-coat, trowel-applied waterproofing and crack isolation solution, and Multimax™ 1, a premium-grade pre-mixed thinset and large and heavy tile (LHT) adhesive mortar. Each product marks an industry first in its respective category, expanding the Laticrete “1” series of ready-to-use solutions engineered to simplify installations, save time and deliver top-tier performance across challenging jobsite conditions.

2025 U.S. Houzz Remodeling and Relationships Report uncovers surprising facts about the trials and tribulations of couples going through a home renovation project.

 The Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, the world's largest annual event for green building professionals, in partnership with the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), announced acclaimed actor, producer and environmental activist Julia Louis-Dreyfus as the Wednesday keynote speaker for its 2025 conference. Louis-Dreyfus will address attendees on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 8 a.m. PT at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, CA.

Epiroc AB, a leading productivity and sustainability partner for the mining and infrastructure industries, recently broke ground on a new production and R&D facility in Nashik, India. The new facility is part of Epiroc’s commitment to support customers in India and globally with top-quality products and solutions that strengthen safety and productivity. 

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) will offer a free webinar, “Key Features and Advantage of Quarry Tile,” on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at 1 p.m. (CDT). The presentation will be given by Clare Thomas, national sales manager at Metropolitan Ceramics, who has been involved in some form of sales for 44 years.