Notes from the Field

Observations made while on the road at trade exhibitions and other industry events.

ARTICLES

Collaborating for a successful installation

May 11, 2012
Lately, there seems to be a phrase I am hearing more and more: "A design is only as good as its installation." And when you really think about these words, you realize how true they are.


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Hand craftsmanship is still alive

March 15, 2012
Every February, I take the journey to Valencia, Spain, to attend Cevisama, the international tile exhibition.


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Taking advantage of educational opportunities

January 13, 2012
Happy New Year! It is hard to believe that another year has come and gone. Hopefully 2012 will bring health, happiness and success to everyone.


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Breakthroughs in Green Building

November 14, 2011
Recently, my role at BNP Media expanded, as I am now Editor-In-Chief ofTILE Magazine. 


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Stone, tile and social media

May 24, 2011

The use of social media by industry members for business purposes is definitely on a significant incline. Many of the Web sites from industry companies, associations and trade shows -- as well as brochures and press releases -- are promoting Facebook pages or asking readers to follow them on Twitter.


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From the trade show to the design board: New product introductions

March 29, 2011

I recently returned home from Coverings, which was held in Las Vegas this year.


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Form follows technology

January 11, 2011
An American Institute of Architects continuing education event gives architects a first-hand look at the stone-production process -- from quarrying to fabrication to installation.
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Observing innovation in Italy

November 23, 2010

This fall, I made my annual journey to Verona, Italy, to attend Marmomacc, the largest stone exhibition in the world. And as always, the show did not disappoint.


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Trade show season kicks off

September 10, 2010

As fall approaches, another trade show season is set to begin. A week from now, I will be in Verona, Italy, touring the expansive exhibit halls at Marmomacc -- the world's largest stone exhibition.


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Ongoing innovation in green product design

July 10, 2010

In researching some of the latest tile and stone construction methods, I recently met with representatives from Marazzi, a large Italian manufacturer of porcelain tile.


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Multimedia

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Vitoria 2011

Over the course of the past decade, the Vitoria Stone Fair in Brazil has made a name for itself as a major international event. The country's vast natural stone resources -- centered in the State of Espirito Santo, where the fair takes place -- have made it a draw for attendees around the world.

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The Spring 2012 issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design showcases the use of stone and tile in Kitchen and Bath design. Additionally, it includes a focus on sustainability and green design as well as highlighting some of the latest tile innovations that were on display at Cevisama this year, which was held in Valencia, Spain. Check out the new issue here!

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