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Cevisama, the international tile and bathroom furnishing exhibition held annually in Valencia, Spain, will introduce “Hotel Cevisama” at its 2025 edition – scheduled for February 24th to 28th. The project that is the brainchild of Puerto Rican architect Héctor Ruiz-Velázquez, is geared to creating excitement about and a sense of the value ceramic tiles and bathroom furnishings offer as key elements of the contract and hotel furnishing businesses.  

Through Skin, WOW Design ceramics takes on a new dimension, transporting us to a world of sensations and emotions. The collection is offered in seven shades -- ranging from whites to earthy tones and greens -- and available in both matte and glazed finishes that can be combined to create diverse and balanced compositions.

The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), the authority on the residential kitchen and bath industry and owners of the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), has announced its 2025 Board of Directors. Eduardo Cosentino, EVP Cosentino Group and CEO Cosentino Americas, has been elected Chair of NKBA’s 2025 Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2025. Cosentino is one of the youngest Board Chairs to be elected in the history of NKBA.

After experiencing market challenges in 2023-2024, the stone fabrication industry shows promising signs of recovery. This recovery presents a crucial moment for fabricators to reinvest in marketing and modernize their approach.

Architessa has acquired Gulf Tile Distributors, including their Tampa, Florida showroom, on September 20, 2024.

A timeless motif reimagined for modern spaces, Palazzo Ducale by Artistic Tile is an exquisite blend of tumbled natural stones. 

Learn from an industry expert about the various performances of grout type based on content, project conditions and applications.

Confindustria Marmomacchine exhibited at Marble & Stone World, a specialized showcase held within the framework of The Big5 Global at Dubai World Trade Center in Dubai (UAE) from November 26 to 29, 2024.  

The flooring franchise recently announced a new tile installation and bath renovation brand, further differentiating itself in the industry and expanding its platform for growing franchisees.

The Natural Stone Foundation is assisting in creating a uniform set of standards for natural stone for members of ISO in over 150 countries.