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Travertine adds to “James Bond” image

January 11, 2012
Jennifer Adams
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Italian travertine panels create a sophisticated yet neutral backdrop for Aston Martin luxury vehicles at 16 new showrooms throughout the U.S.


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Drawing new life into Downtown St. Louis

January 11, 2012
Michael Reis
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A specialist in architectural detailing — including one-of-a-kind tile artwork — Mark Pitliangus of Antique Architectural Decor recently restored two classic buildings in Downtown St. Louis, MO


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The art of mosaics evident in Key West commercial design

September 07, 2011
Jennifer Adams
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A local artist dresses up the exterior of the Poinciana Royale building in Key West, FL, with a 14- x 18-foot hand-made mural of custom-cut ceramic tile 


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Playful tilework enlivens light-rail station

July 13, 2011
Jennifer Adams
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A collaboration between a local community and team of artists brings life to the DART North Carrollton Frankford Road Station in Dallas, TX, with the use of custom-cut ceramic tile.
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Duke University's new 1,900-car parking garage

Tile and stone enhance campus parking structure

July 13, 2011
Kelly Martin
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The use of terra-cotta tile and local Duke Stone for the exterior design of a new parking garage at Duke University maintains campus tradition while adding a modern twist.
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Tile and stone enhance campus parking structure

May 17, 2011
Kelly Martin
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Duke University's recently completed 1,900-car parking garage has become the first freestanding parking structure in the U.S. to achieve LEED certification. Bill Browne, FAIA, LEED AP, Principal and President of RATIO Architects Inc. in Indianapolis, IN, led the architectural team, and Todd Lohman of Walker Parkign Consultants, Inc. led the overall project team.
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Overcoming dimensional stone veneer challenges

December 02, 2010
Annemarie Rabazzi P.E. LEED and Katherine S. Wissink LEED AP
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Design of dimensional stone veneer is a straightforward process when the stone sizes are similar, utilize the same material and are connected to an appropriately framed structural backup. However, if stone panels of different sizes and shapes are part of the architectural vision and the existing backup wall limits the location of anchors, the designer must be creative and meticulous in the cladding design.
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Regional stone brings appeal to Texas home

June 23, 2010
Alexis Fisher
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A palette of natural stone was selected for the exterior of a private residence in Texas to create a contemporary look, while at the same time unifying it with its neighboring landscape.
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Anamosa limestone contributes to residential luxury

June 23, 2010
Jennifer Adams
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With an exterior featuring honed Anamosa limestone from Iowa, an upscale condominium in the historic Old Town district of Pasadena, CA, maintains a distinctive look among its neighbors.
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Spanish tile revives a seaside community

June 23, 2010
Jennifer Adams
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Comprised of brilliant hues that reflect the colors of a rainbow, the new West Beach Promenade in Benidorm, Spain, has assisted in revitalizing tourism in the area azed, it wouldn’t have such color.”
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