In this issue, we discuss commercial design and the rise of quartz trends that is happening in the A&D community. On page 18, we feature a bank that emulates an earth-friendly design that uses Lueders limestone. Originally a vacant lot in Austin, TX, the project was transformed with the help of the local limestone. On page 24, you will find the new outdoor pavilion that Atlas Concorde has built that incorporates a surrounding park and landscape into their showroom design. The project features tiles and porcelain slabs on the floor, walls and countertops. Additionally, on page 10, we feature several different products from Cevisama, the International Fair for Ceramic Tiles and Bathroom Furnishings. A total of 506 Spanish exhibitors showcased their latest products and innovations at the show.
With the rise of popularity of quartz, we discuss the trends of this engineered stone product starting on page 32. We detail how over the years the technology has improved and how it is expected to continue. The feature also highlights the current and future trends for quartz and how manufacturers plan to position itself in the market.