https://www.stoneworld.com/rss/2244-architect-designer-interviews en-us richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) A New Jersey designer took time to discuss her preferences for designing with stone and tile in both residential and commercial applications.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93362 Fri, 12 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/93362-experienced-designer-shares-stories-of-working-with-tile-and-stone TILE 0523 Website Feature Mannarino 07 Mannarino’s elegant tiered outdoor living space that was the result of building a rooftap deck on top of a new third garage was the only winner in the Outdoor Living Spaces category of the ASID NJ Design Excellence Awards. TILE 0523 Website Feature Mannarino 01 For the Trú Birth Center in Lakewood, NJ, designer Anna Maria Mannarino selected peony marble mosaic tile from Artistic Tile to be installed under and around the tubs, which was cut into the vinyl flooring to look like a blanket of flowers. TILE 0523 Website Feature Mannarino 03 White marble-look porcelain tile provides a look of elegance, as well as the durability, necessary for a bathroom of the birth center. TILE 0523 Website Feature Anna Marie Mannarino headshot Anna Maria Mannarino of Mannarino Designs, Inc. TILE 0523 Website Feature Mannarino 04 For the kitchen of this New Jersey residence, backlit precious stone – agate – from Artistic Marble & Granite of Hawthorne, NJ, creates a stunning visual. TILE 0523 Website Feature Mannarino 06 Among Mannarino’s favorite designs is a wine room featuring three different tiles from Artistic Tile -- large-scale carved limestone, a metallic porcelain and a mixed mosaic of stone and glass. TILE 0523 Website Feature Mannarino 08 The outdoor design of the residence also involved the redesign of a paved driveway and walkway complete with a snowmelt system.  TILE 0523 Website Feature Mannarino 05 “Stone and tile are my preference on the aesthetic side because of their versatility, endless design options and variations, and on the practical side because of their durability, sustainability and generally easy maintenance and ease of use,” said Mannarino. TILE 0523 Website Feature Mannarino 02 Mannarino’s design of the Trú Birth Center was honored with three awards, two of them national. richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) Christopher Grubb, president/founder of Arch-Interiors Design Group, embarked on a complete interior remodel of a 6,500-square-foot residence on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. Recently, he took time to share with Contemporary Stone & Tile Design details about the high-end kitchen remodel.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92209 Thu, 03 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92209-premium-materials-for-kitchen-remodel CSTD Winter 2022 Christopher Grubb 01 Among the homeowner’s requirements for the new kitchen in their Beverly Hills’ home was to expand the space and have a large island for function, as well as to entertain. Photo @imagineimagery on IG CSTD Winter 2022 Christopher Grubb 02 The updated kitchen is brighter and more open than the former space, and includes two of most appliances, prep areas and sinks since it is kosher kitchen. Photo @imagineimagery on IG CSTD Winter 2022 Christopher Grubb 03 The countertops are from Stone Mart in North Hollywood, CA. “The client liked green, and this was a stunning special material,” said designer Christopher Grubb. Photo @imagineimagery on IG CSTD Winter 2022 Christopher Grubb 04 “I love natural stone because it adds a sense of luxury no matter the price point,” explained Grubb. “Each slab is one-of-a-kind, which feels special.” Photo @imagineimagery on IG CSTD Winter 2022 Christopher Grubb 05 Complementing the stone countertops are porcelain floor tiles, which provide the durability necessary for household traffic. Photo @imagineimagery on IG CSTD Winter 2022 Christopher Grubb 06 “We liked the touch of whimsy of the harlequin looking backsplash that accented the formalness of the kitchen in a fun way,” said the designer. “The applique above the stove was mostly handmade and colored to complement the countertops.” Photo @imagineimagery on IG Jason Kamery interivews sculptor, Darrell Petit and talks about his career and his pasion for stone and sustainability of natural stone.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92024 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92024-sculptor-darrell-petit-discusses-stone-carving-and-sustainable-building CSTD 2021 Fall Podcast with Darrell Petit CSTD 2021 Fall Podcast with Darrell Petit installation 1 CSTD 2021 Fall Podcast with Darrell Petit installation 2 CSTD 2021 Fall Podcast with Darrell Petit installation 3 CSTD 2021 Fall Podcast with Darrell Petit cropped closeup richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) Contemporary Stone & Tile Design caught up with designer Alena Capra of Alena Capra Designs in Fort Lauderdale, FL, at Coverings 2021 to gain insight into what is trending in tile designs these days. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92023 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/92023-tile-trends-with-alena-capra CSTD 2021 Fall Alena Capra Alena Capra, owner of Alena Capra Designs in Fort Lauderdale, FL CSTD 2021 Fall Alena Capra Floral patterns 1a Floral tile patterns are rising in popularity for interior applications such as accent walls. Tile Manufacturer: ABK; Collection: Wide&Style Mini CSTD 2021 Fall Alena Capra Floral patterns 1b Floral tile patterns are rising in popularity for interior applications such as accent walls. Tile Manufacturer: ABK; Collection: Wide&Style Mini CSTD 2021 Fall Alena Capra Shade of Green Floral tile patterns are rising in popularity for interior applications such as accent walls. Tile Manufacturer: ABK; Collection: Wide&Style Mini CSTD 2021 Fall Alena Capra Blues Blues are also bringing a splash of color to interior spaces, such as bathrooms. Tile Manufacturer: Antiche Fornaci D’Agostino; Collection: Riflessi Di Cava CSTD 2021 Fall Alena Capra Porcelain Tile Outdoors Porcelain tile has become an ideal choice for outdoor areas, such as patio. Tile Manufacturer: Novabell; Collection: Eiche CSTD 2021 Fall Alena Capra Onyx Replication Capra also pointed out that porcelain replicating the aesthetic of luxurious stone varieties, including onyx, is also currently trending. Tile Manufacturer: Rex; Collection: Rêves De Rex richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) Taking center stage of the urban landscape located at the entrance of the Four Seasons Hotel & Private Residences is “Event,” a stone sculpture crafted by sculptor Darrell Petit of Darrell Petit LLC and Stony Creek Quarry Inc. Petit was commissioned by landscape architecture firm Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates (MVVA) of Cambridge, MA.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91910 Wed, 30 Jun 2021 00:05:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91910-a-60-ton-granite-sculpture-forms-a-captivating-entrance-to-four-seasons-hotel-and-private-residences CSTD Summer 2021 Event Image 1 CSTD Summer 2021 Event Image 2, Close up CSTD Summer 2021 Event Image 3 Front-facing kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91912 Wed, 30 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91912-one-on-one-with-brittney-harmond CSTD Summer 2021 Trends 1 CSTD Summer 2021 Trends 2 CSTD Summer 2021 Trends 3 CSTD Summer 2021 Trends 4 CSTD Summer 2021 Trends 5 CSTD Summer 2021 Trends 6 richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91825 Mon, 19 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91825-the-virtual-showroom http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91464 Mon, 13 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91464-quartz-surfacing-contributes-to-modern-farmhouse-style Silestone Lagoon for the countertops Cassandra LaValle, the founder and creative director of Coco Kelley and The Emerald Studio, created a bright inviting kitchen with an assortment of material, including Silestone Lagoon for the countertops. quartz surfacing kitchen remodel The quartz surfacing provided a sleek look and the durability needed for the kitchen remodel. Silestone countertops and decorative tile backsplash Combining Silestone countertops with a decorative tile backsplash and white painted walls give the kitchen a “modern farmhouse” vibe that LaValle desired. Leslie Markman-Stern, president of Leslie M. Stern Design shares her experiences and trends she is seeing in the market

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91353 Fri, 24 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91353-one-on-one-with-leslie-markman-stern jpg1.jpg Photo Courtesy of Paul Schlismann jpg2.jpg Photo Courtesy of Paul Schlismann jpg3.jpg Photo Courtesy of Paul Schlismann jpg4.jpg Photo Courtesy of Norman Sizemore jpg5.jpg Photo Courtesy of Paul Schlismann richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) With the hospitality design sector in a seemingly constant state of change, tile and other alternative material manufacturers need to stay up-to-date on current trends in colors, shapes, finishes and sizes to meet the demands of the architectural and design community.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91146 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91146-hospitality-design-trends Large tile panels for horizontal and vertical applications When it comes to hospitality design, bigger definitely seems better. Large tile panels are being used for both horizontal and vertical applications. Photo courtesy of Daltile Tile provides durability for high-trafficked applications Besides its aesthetic value, tile also provides the durability needed for high-trafficked applications such as airports. Photo courtesy of Daltile Marble-look tile Tile panels replicating marble with a significant amount of veining also remain a popular choice in hospitality design. They are being installed in a book-matched fashion similar to natural stone. Photo courtesy of Daltile White marble-look tile White marble-look tile is not only what designers are gravitating towards in hospitality design. Mediterranea’s El Dorado series featuring Inca decos is receiving attention for hospitality applications employing a Southwestern motif. Photo courtesy of Mediterranea Neutral tones favored for hospitality design applications Emily Holle, director of trend & design at MSI, reports neutral tones continue to be favored for hospitality design applications. Photo courtesy of MSI Tile offers easy cleaning, maintenance, durability, longevity “The cornerstones of what hospitality designers look for in tile are fairly constant year after year,” said Lindsey Waldrep, vice president of marketing at Crossville. “They prioritize the performance advantages that tile offers, including the ease of cleaning and maintenance and unparalleled durability and longevity.” Photo courtesy of Crossville Large-format floor tiles Large-format floor tiles are often used in public spaces of hotels and restaurants. Sintered stone products Sintered stone products, such as Neolith, are being employed for large applications such as the facades of hotels, like at the AC Marriott International in Dallas, TX. Photo courtesy of Neolith kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) Contemporary Stone & Tile Design magazine had the opportunity to talk with Mercury Mosaics owner Mercedes Austin about her 20 years of experience, how she got started and some of the experiences she has had working with customers.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91144 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/91144-one-on-one-with-mosaic-tile-artist-mercedes-austin Mercedes Austin, owner of Mercury Mosaics in Minneapolis, MN Mercedes Austin and her team at Mercury Mosaics customize each tile project to their customer's likes and needs — creating unique and vibrant designs. personalized mosaic tile design “We like to take very-common-shapes and compose them in color or pattern arrangements that are personalized to each person’s space,” said Austin. “We are very collaborative with our clients and it’s with this partnership that our best work has been done.” Quote from Mercedes Austin mosaic tile artist “Think of our design as a relationship to the end user and the end space and the process as a dialogue,” said Austin. “With each conversation, we get closer and closer to the final composition, and along the way, we create excitement, great-organization and a level of craftsmanship that’s present throughout each person that touches the project, including the client — they’re a very important part.” mosaic tile for kitchen backsplashes and accent walls Austin's designs are ideal for accent walls or other applications such as kitchen backsplashes. 36-CSTDWinter_Mercedes06.jpg kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) Working within an extremely small footprint in an original 1951 home, Sheryl Steinberg, Allied ASID, LEED Green Associate, of Sheryl Steinberg Interior Design, LLC in Bethesda, MD, was tasked with creating an open, modern, bright, efficient, usable, roomier bathroom that reflected the owner’s modern style.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90970 Wed, 18 Sep 2019 12:10:58 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90970-designer-uses-large-format-tile-to-transform-a-small-space Sheryl Steinberg, Allied ASID, LEED Green Associate, of Sheryl Steinberg Interior Design, LLC “I needed to design a functional and efficient bathroom while also opening up the existing space both visually and functionally,” said Sheryl Steinberg, Allied ASID, LEED Green Associate, of Sheryl Steinberg Interior Design, LLC. “I kept the design simple, streamlined, balanced and modern. They wanted a complete transformation into a brightly lit, modern bathroom with storage and the most efficient use of the space they had." floor and wall moisture protection Tile was an extremely important element for the bathroom as it was used throughout for the floor and walls for moisture protection, a large built-in niche and design aesthetic. Oceanside Glasstile “I used a 12 x 24-inch porcelain tile for a clean, modern look and easy to maintain,” said Steinberg. “I used a custom-designed glass mosaic I designed for the accent reflecting the client’s wishes for a watery blue spa feel. I worked with Oceanside Glasstile’s selection to choose the four colors and finishes to create a custom palette.” The design process The project took approximately five weeks from demolition to completion. The design process prior to that was about four months, including ordering lead times for fixtures and materials. renovating aged bathrooms “The design, demolition and installation was seamless without any problems or obstacles, and there were no surprises behind the walls of a 1951 original bathroom,” said Steinberg. “The tile is so beautiful and was exactly what my client envisioned for a spa-like environment. I absolutely love renovating aged bathrooms, taking old, tired, and difficult to use bathrooms and transforming them into a modern oasis with quality fixtures and materials that make owners so happy and can’t wait to use for years to come.” 30-CSTD2019Fall_Oceanside06.jpg kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) Danilo Bonazza is a mosaic artist and owner of Art & Mosaics. He discusses how he got involved with mosaic art and how he designs his works of art.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90969 Wed, 18 Sep 2019 11:31:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90969-one-on-one-with-mosaic-tile-creator-danilo-bonazza Danilo Bonazza, mosaic artist, owner of Art & Mosaics Danilo Bonazza, mosaic artist, owner of Art & Mosaics my own business as a mosaic artist “Upon graduation, I pursued several conventional career paths, including working in construction and tile installation, with the goal of eventually setting up my own business as a mosaic artist,” said Danilo Bonazza. “After showing several pieces of my work in galleries and wining local art competitions, I decided I wanted to focus my energies on my art.” World Tile Installation Competition “In 2001, I realized it was time to manifest my dream, and I traveled to Dusseldorf to participate in the World Tile Installation Competition,” said Bonazza. “I loved the challenge of the competition and showing myself and the world what I could create. I earned first place honors for quality and innovation, and won the competition again in 2002.” mosaics in bathrooms and spas “Soon after the competition in Dusseldorf, I began marketing my work to the public and installing mosaics in bathrooms and spas at a time when mosaics were rarely used in those settings,” said Bonazza. “Word of my work spread and I was asked to install two pools in the spas at the Grand Hotel in Gstaad, Switzerland. After that, I made the decision to work only with mosaics from that point forward.” main mural at the WWE headquarters in Stanford “Swimming pools in Los Angeles, two murals at the Belo Horizonte Hotel in the Seychelles islands, the mosaic installations at the Encore Hotel in Las Vegas, the Crown Hotel in Melbourne, Australia, the main mural at the WWE headquarters in Stanford, many projects in Europe... the list is endless,” said Bonazza. It is very difficult to achieve high standards “It’s a very challenging field, so you need to be prepared,” said Bonazza. “It is very difficult to achieve high standards, and the road is long and difficult. That said, it can be very rewarding.” Litokol products from Tile Doctor “I get all of my Litokol products from Tile Doctor,” said Bonazza. “When you do this kind of work, you really need a supplier you can depend upon, and I have found that with the Tile Doctor. It’s a collaborative effort and the end result is beautiful, timeless mosaics that make spaces come alive in new and eye-catching ways. And, that’s exciting.” kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) Using the stunning views of Downtown Atlanta, architect and designer Vykintas Genys used HanStone Quartz to bring his client’s vision to life.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90825 Wed, 26 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90825-hanstone-quartz-used-to-create-a-dream-kitchen-and-bathroom HanStone Quartz countertops in the kitchen and bath “This breathtaking penthouse features ultra-modern design elements, inspired by my European upbringing,” said architect and designer Vykintas Genys. “Throughout, the home is adorned in cool tones, from the crisp white floor tiles, to the HanStone Quartz countertops in the kitchen and bath. Todd White penthouse project “When I design space I usually create a feeling I would like to share and then I visualize colors and textures that would support that feeling and I stick to that. Material selection depends on the project,” said Genys. “Some clients have a conservative budget or design requirements that limit how far you can go creatively, but the Todd White penthouse project was a complete joy and allowed me real freedom of expression.” penthouse remodeling project wanted the modern/contemporary look “We are a remodeling contractor and have done hundreds of bathrooms in the past,” said Genys. “This experiences has led us to a different way of thinking when we design bathrooms. Our client for this penthouse remodeling project wanted the modern/contemporary look. I consulted with a few designers that suggested moving the bathroom wall toward the bedroom to make the master bathroom more open. When I started to model the space however, it became apparent that this idea made the master bedroom feel small.” color enhancing sealer “I spent three weeks looking for the perfect tile for the vanity wall,” the designer said. “I thought that it would look great if I did a basket weave on the vanity wall, but had a hard time finding the perfect color. I visited many tile shops and almost gave up on my idea. I told my client that I needed another week to look for tile and luckily, I was able to find it. It was not the color I wanted or the size I wanted, but it was made of stone so we applied color enhancing sealer and then we stacked two tiles without the spacer next to each other to get the desired size.” kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) Ryan Thewes, the owner of Ryan Thewes Architect, has been a licensed architect for 10 years and discussed his business and some of the trends he is seeing in the stone and tile industries.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90824 Tue, 25 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90824-one-on-one-with-architect-ryan-thewes Ryan Thewes, the owner of Ryan Thewes Architect “We are a small architecture firm in Nashville, TN, that specializes in high design and energy efficient projects,” said Ryan Thewes. “Primarily residential with the occasional commercial project for businesses looking to set themselves apart. Ryan Thewes, the owner of Ryan Thewes Architect Ryan Thewes, the owner of Ryan Thewes Architect less use of stone for whole building facades “I am seeing less use of stone for whole building facades and it being more used for accent walls and details,” said Thewes. “This is most likely a result in the increased cost of the material as it is now viewed as a luxury item.” higher quality synthetic stones “If I can reduce the amount of stone to high impact areas, I may be able to work in a natural stone,” said Thewes. “However, we have had good success with some of the higher quality synthetic stones as well. We have had a few projects where we have tried to match stone from areas around the building site to further our connection with the area.” kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) FFKR Architects in Salt Lake City, UT, has worked with the Church of Latter Day Saints for at least 25 years. FFKR Architects has built these temples in major cities all over the world, roughly 150 of them and every year the Church of Latter Day Saints announces four or five new temples.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90823 Mon, 24 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90823-traditional-building-stone-design-used-for-church-in-philadelphia Traditional building, stone design used for Church in Philadelphia ”Somebody else was rewarded the Philadelphia temple and went through the entire design process and developed a very contemporary building,” said Roger Jackson of FFKR Architects. “The highest levels of the church said it didn’t fit right in their vision for the temple and said it should be more traditional. The design managers on the project came to us and asked if we would help them get this building to be more traditional looking and approved, we said yes.” Chinese stone called G350 was not used The original stone for the project was going to be a Chinese stone called G350, but due to unforeseen circumstances, plans had to be quickly adjusted. “The G350 stone is a lovely stone, it’s very creamy in color,” said Jackson. “We planned on using it but the Chinese government decided to close that quarry, so we scrambled. Lacroix Granit from Quebec, Canada “We originally picked another stone that I wasn’t thrilled about but someone else brought to our attention the stone Deer Isle from Stonington, ME, produced by A. Lacroix Granit from Quebec, Canada,” said Jackson. “It is an absolutely beautiful stone with white and gray flecks, sort of a lavender purple color in it. The other stone had come back with issues on our strength tests, this one passed and we all fell in love with it.” Church of the Latter Day Saints in Philadelphia, PA One of the things that makes this temple so unique, is that it is located right in the heart of the city, and not just near it. “A lot of the time the temple will be just outside of the city,” said Jackson. “The Hartford, CT, temple is actually just outside in Farmington. This temple is right there in the city, making it extremely unique. One of our biggest challenges with the design of the temple is that due to its location it put the project in several overlapping jurisdictions.” Steel structures for temple in Philadelphia, PA On top of the issues with placements of jurisdiction, constructing a building of this magnitude in the city, can have issues with timing. “Building in a city is usually a very complex manor,” said Jackson. “We were very fortunate to be working with a contractor from the city who does this all the time and didn’t blink. Steel structures would come in and they pulled it off the truck and put it on the building.” The construction time for the temple was three and a half years The construction time for the temple was three and a half years, while the announcement of the temple was first made in 2009. The entire project took seven years to finish. “The reception has been really positive for the church, and the leaders of the church love the building, feeling it represents them well,” said Rogers. http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90820 Wed, 19 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90820-cstd-column-from-the-editor kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) Karen Kettler, the president of Karen Kettler Design, based in Charlotte, NC, talked with Contemporary Stone & Tile Design to discuss her 20 years of experience with using stone and tile in her designs and the trends she is seeing in the industry.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90701 Wed, 10 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90701-one-on-one-with-designer-karen-kettler Karen Kettler, the president of Karen Kettler Design, based in Charlotte, NC “I’ve always been interested in fashion. I earned my BS degree in Fashion Merchandising and Interior Design. Initially, I worked in the furniture industry in the Carolinas, but a move to Boston landed me at the Boston Design Center with Alno Cabinetry. I love the technical challenge of executing a kitchen or bath renovation. Every project is different, which makes my job very interesting.” Karen Kettler Design “My business is referral-based. Most of my clients desire a professional touch and don’t want too many choices. My design style is a collaboration with the client through conversation and style of home. The client tells you what they want, but so does the home.” Karen Kettler Design Karen Kettler Design, based in Charlotte, NC “Be a good listener and realize that every project is a collaboration. Very rarely do you get a client without an opinion – they’re depending on the professional to produce a cohesive design that they can live with.” The kitchen is one of the most essential spaces in any household. A place where meals are made, family time is spent and memories are created. Appropriately deemed the “heart of the home,” the design of this space is crucial, especially to those who like to entertain.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90563 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90563-kitchen-bathroom-trends Three-dimensional wall tiles “Three-dimensional wall tiles are being used to add depth and character to feature walls, showers and backsplashes,” said Curt V. Rapp, CEO of The Tile Doctor in Marietta, GA. PHOTO COURTESY OF CHRISTOPHER GRUBB texture look patterns All types of patterns are being developed to create these texture looks. PHOTO COURTESY OF ISLAND STONE  quartz/solid surface countertops When it comes to countertops in both areas, designers and manufacturers alike agree that quartz is slowly starting to steal the spotlight from natural stone, given its comparable durability and price point. “For both rooms, quartz/solid surface countertops are the most popular requests,followed by natural stone,” said Christopher Grubb, founder of Arch-Interiors Design Group in Beverly Hills, CA. “I’d say a 75/25 split.” Photo courtesy of Christopher Grubb pebble-inspired decoration from Island Stone In addition to wood and stone looks, manufacturers are drawing inspiration from various other aspects of nature for tiles, as seen above in the pebble-inspired decoration from Island Stone’s Sprindrift collection. PHOTO COURTESY OF ISLAND STONE bathrooms with more eclectic designs and patterns These looks are also being seen in bathrooms with more eclectic designs and patterns. PHOTO COURTESY OF LUNADA BAY TILE Brighter mosaics with lighter walls and floors Mixing and matching different looks in main areas of the home such as the kitchen have proven popular. Brighter mosaics are being paired with lighter walls and floors for a nice complement.  PHOTO COURTESY OF CHRISTOPHER GRUBB  classic white and gray tones While bolder colors are emerging, classic white and gray tones will always remain common choices for their neutrality. Photo courtesy of Lunada Bay Tile Patterned, pastel-colored tiles in smaller formats “Patterned, pastel-colored tiles in smaller formats such as 10-inch square and hexagonal shapes are growing in popularity,” said Aaron Dugas, account manager for Island Stone in Santa Cruz, CA. “More adventurous designers and homeowners are opting for bold colors like deep blues and emerald green. After years of neutral palettes and ‘greige,’ I think people are more open to experimenting with color.” PHOTO COURTESY OF THE TILE DOCTOR Gauged porcelain tile panels/slabs Gauged porcelain tile panels/slabs, known as “GPT,” have also been a growing trend over the last several years. GPT span more than 10 feet tall in most cases and offer a cheaper alternative to natural stone when being used for countertops. PHOTO COURTESY OF CHRISTOPHER GRUB Extruded tiles Extruded tiles are also being used to accent spaces in residential projects, which add an element of dimensionality to walls or backsplashes.  PHOTO COURTESY OF ISLAND STONE  kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90562 Wed, 23 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90562-one-on-one-with-architect-stephen-b-jacobs Stephen B. Jacobs, president and founder of Stephen B. Jacobs Group Architects "As I look back in my career, almost every decade pulled us in a different direction." buildings started to get taller, some as tall as 50 to 60 stories "The scale of our projects continued to grow, and the buildings started to get taller, some as tall as 50 to 60 stories." new tile patterns and larger and larger sizes "Every year there are new tile patterns and larger and larger sizes which open up new opportunities and endless possibilities." CSTDWinter2019_QA04.jpg kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90343 Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90343-one-on-one-with-stephanie-vierra kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90194 Tue, 26 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90194-one-on-one-with-interior-designer-dawn-d-totty kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90114 Mon, 09 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/90114-outdoor-living-designer-joshua-gillow-designs-with-natural-stone Joshua Gillow, founder and lead designer for MasterPLAN Outdoor Living Joshua Gillow, founder and lead designer for MasterPLAN Outdoor Living Outdoor Living space by MasterPLAN Outdoor Living Outdoor patio are by MasterPLAN Outdoor Living Natural stone used by MasterPLAN Outdoor Living kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) Anjie Cho talked with Contemporary Stone & Tile Design to discuss her use of stone and tile in her designs and the trends she is seeing in the industry.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/89724 Fri, 01 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/89724-qa-with-anjie-cho-interior-architect-feng-shui-consultant Bathroom design by Anjie Cho Bathroom design by Anjie Cho Anjie Cho design with tile Anjie Cho design with tile Anjie Cho, Interior Architect + Feng Shui Consultant Anjie Cho, Interior Architect + Feng Shui Consultant kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) Chiarilli sat down with Contemporary Stone & Tile Design to discuss her use of stone and tile in her designs and the trends she is seeing in the industry

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/89621 Tue, 01 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/89621-one-on-one-with-owner-of-artful-conceptions-sara-chiarilli Sara Chiarelli Interview- Design Image Sara Chiarelli kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) Warren sheets, CEO of Warren Sheets Design (WSD), located in San Francisco, CA, established his company in 1992. He works on projects as large as the Fairmont Grand del Mar in San Diego and as small as private residences.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/89424 Sat, 01 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/89424-one-on-one-with-warren-sheets CSTDSpring2017_Warren01.jpg CSTDSpring2017_Warren02.jpg “Among our many projects where stone and tile have played important roles was Fairmont Grand del Mar in San Diego.” CSTDSpring2017_Warren03.jpg “We have an extensive roster of sources, manufacturers, artisans and craftsmen around the world who provide us with a wealth of choices.” CSTDSpring2017_Warren04.jpg “We had created the patio as an outdoor living space where they could sit back and relax any time they wanted, where they could read, play cards, enjoy cocktails, entertain, dine mid-day or in the evenings, or simply gaze up at the stars.” CSTDSpring2017_Warren05.jpg “Technology and materials will always lead the short-term trends. What’s available now – such as 3D printing – in advances in manufacturing is really driving a lot of innovation. More long term, we’re seeing how people are finding it less appealing to have an entire space let alone an entire home with a strict period in mind.” kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) CSTD magazine had the chance to sit down with the interior designer for REDCOM Design & Construction to talk about trends she is seeing and projects she has worked on

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/89262 Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/89262-one-on-one-with-sophie-lubin Sophie 1 Sophie Lubin, interior designer for REDCOM Design & Construction Sophie 2 “I’ve been at REDCOM ever since, doing interior design for several different commercial facilities, from auto dealerships to office spaces and everything in between. ” Sophie 3 “A project I am proud of was an auto dealership called Crystal Automall in Green Brook, NJ. The owner wanted a modern clean approach to the design, so in the bathrooms we did the same floor tile and wall tile, but we mixed up the sizes.” http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/88954 Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/88954-stone-industry-trends-in-large-format-tile Large-format tiles Regeneration series by Soci Today's tile collections are embracing natural-inspired looks such as stone, wood and concrete, such as the Regeneration series by Soci. Photo courtesy of Sogi Stile series Large thin porcelain panels, such as those in M S International, Inc.'s Stile series, are being employed for both floor and wall applications. Photo courtesy of M S International, Inc. Plank formats Plank formats are also being sought after for interior designs. GIUGIARO line Available in various textures, large-format tiles, such as those in the GA by GIUGIARO line from Del Conca, offer diverse options to make unique designs with a three-dimensional effect. Photo courtesy of Del Conca Oversized tiles Oversized tiles are ideal for outdoor applications such as walkways. Photo courtesy of Soci Quantum Stone collection Porcelain slabs, such as those available in the Quantum Stone collection by Mediterranea, can create a seamless and grand floor design in spaces such as commercial lobbies. Photo courtesy of Mediterranea Laminam large format tiles According to some designers, large-format tiles and slabs are preferred options when it comes to developing an open space. Photo courtesy of Laminam In early 2015, after 19 years of living in their Glendale, CA, residence, the homeowners decided it was time to update their 1960’s tract house.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/88952 Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/88952-a-suburban-los-angeles-home-receives-two-long-overdue-bathroom-overhauls Caesarstone quartz Homeowners of a residence in Glendale, CA, recently gave their living space an update by remodeling their master bath and guest bathroom. For the master bath, Caesarstone quartz in the color "Buttermilk" was chosen for the vanity top. master bath The new shower design in the master bath featured two recessed shelves which are ideal for storing towels. guest bath Pentalquartz In the guest bathroom, Pentalquartz in "Dolce Vita" was used on the vanity countertop, pony wall topper and window ledge. Hermogeno Designs “The clients wanted a modern, neutral aesthetic,” said Mark Hermogeno of Hermogeno Designs in Los Angeles, CA.. “They also wanted easy maintenance countertops so Caesarstone was a great choice.” Porcelain tile Porcelain tile for the shower walls provide a sophisticated look, as well as durability. Architect and builder Uri Tedgi sets no limitations for himself when it comes to his business.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/88539 Thu, 03 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/88539-pushing-residential-boundaries