From the Editor

From the Editor: Textures Galore

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

From three-dimensional geometric patterns to muted honed surfaces or sleek polished finishes, texture is all the rage these days when it comes to tile product lines. Mix and match to create the perfect – and unique -- style for any design application.

From the Editor: What’s New?

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

So, what are the latest styles or trends in stone and tile design? We talked to several leading industry experts to get their thoughts, and they all shared similar observations.

From the Editor | A Time for Opening Up

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Spring is a time associated with rebirth. For those of us living in northern states, we welcome the smell of fresh cut grass and taking time to plant flowers and vegetable gardens.

From the Editor: Moving forward with change

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

The spring edition of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design (CSTD) is the launch of our new eMagazine platform – allowing for interactive components and the convenience of viewing the content on your computer, tablet or phone.

From the editor: Winter 2021

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Happy New Year! I think most of us would agree that we are thankful to have 2020 come to a close. What a year it has been. Hopefully better times are on the horizon for 2021.

Editor's note

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

In this issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, we take a look at the latest trends in residential design, as well as mosaics and decorative tile.

CSTD Editor's Note: Fall 2020

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Tue, 13 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

In this issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, we take a look at the latest trends in residential design, as well as mosaics and decorative tile. If anything is to be learned from flipping through the pages of this issue, it is that there are a plethora of product options to fulfill any design imaginable. As we all know, people worldwide have been living in a state of flux due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

CSTD Editor's Note: Summer 2020

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400

For all of us, life as we once knew it has changed. Countries around the world, including us here in the U.S., have all been hit hard by the worldwide pandemic caused by the COVID-19 virus. For some, it has hit closer to home than others.

Editor's Note: Winter 2020

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 14:17:00 -0500

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design kicks off the New Year with a look at kitchen and bath design. Whether a renovation or new construction, stone and tile remain a consistent choice among homeowners for various applications in these living spaces.

Editor's Note: Fall 2019

kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400

It’s hard to believe another year is almost in the books. For us at Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, 2019 has been a great year meeting and learning about different architects and designers and seeing the projects they have produced.

CSTD Column: From the Editor

Wed, 19 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400

For this issue of Contemporary Stone and Tile Design magazine, we take a look at stone used in architectural landscape and building stone applications, as well as some creative uses of quartz surfacing.

A natural stone comeback?

kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) — Wed, 10 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0400

Is natural stone making a comeback? Did it ever go away? One of our main stories this issue is stone and tile design trends. We spoke with architects and designers from around the country about what they see are the tile and stone trends in the market right now, and moving forward.

From the Editor: CSTD Winter has Tile Product Showcase, Latest Trends

kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500

We at Contemporary Stone & Tile Design are excited for the New Year once again. Not only does it give the magazine an opportunity to plan out what it will be like for the next 12 months, but also reflect on the previous year.

From the Editor: CSTD Fall has residential design, achieving LEED

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400

For this issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, we have a focus on residential design, and achieving LEED status using natural stone. We had the chance to talk to Stephanie Vierra, who is the president of Vierra Design & Education Services, LLC.

From the Editor

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400

For this issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, we have a focus on residential design, and achieving LEED status using natural stone.

From the Editor: CSTD Summer has show recaps, industry trends

Tue, 26 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Two of the bigger stone and tile shows are now concluded, The International Surfaces Show and Coverings, which allows us here at Contemporary Stone & Tile Design to see some of the possible future trends in the industry.

From the Editor: CSTD Spring has Commercial Design, Quartz Trends

kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) — Mon, 09 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400

In this issue, we discuss commercial design and the rise of quartz trends happening in the A&D community.

From the Editor: Fall 2017

kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) — Fri, 01 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400

We close this year with an issue focusing on decorative glass tile. We have projects that showcase the use of decorative glass tile to create artwork in Little Havana, helping to design a state-of-the-art locker room for a NCAA College Basketball team, and finally, using decorative glass tile to update a kitchen.

From the Editor: Summer 2017

kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) — Tue, 01 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0400

In this issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, we have a focus on large-format tile and building stone. The issue starts off with two Class A office buildings, a three-story structure and an existing four-story building that was reskinned using large-format tile.

From the Editor: Spring 2017

kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) — Sat, 01 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400

The hospitality industry is continuing to grow around the world. According to STR and Tourism Economics, the hotel industry alone is expected to have about a two percent growth for 2017.

From the Editor: Winter 2017

kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) — Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0500

In this issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, we have our annual focus on “Kitchen & Bath Design.”

From the Editor: Fall 2016

kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) — Thu, 01 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400

Thank you for taking the time to read Contemporary Stone & Tile Design. I know that as architects and designers, you have extremely busy days and we at the magazine wanted to let you know we appreciate your support.

From the Editor: Summer 2016

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400

In this issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, we take a look at large-format tile, and all I can say is the advances in technology are evident.

From the editor: Spring 2016

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0400

For this issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, we bring you our annual focus on Kitchen & Bath Design.

From the Editor: Winter 2016

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0500

In this issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, we have a focus on “Architectural Products.” While this can apply to a range of components of a design, we chose to take a look at the installation and maintenance products used for various projects.

From the Editor: Fall 2015

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Thu, 03 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400

One of the fun things about my job is that I get to see what products are trending.

From the Editor: Summer 2015

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Tue, 23 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400

A few weeks ago, New York City promoted a citywide celebration of design — known as NYCxDESIGN — throughout its five boroughs.

From the Editor: Spring 2015

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Wed, 01 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400

In this issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design, we bring you our annual focus on Kitchen & Bath Design. From a beach-inspired bathroom design to a kitchen backsplash made of circular mosaic tile, the following pages are filled with illustrations of innovative and unique uses of stone and tile.

From the Editor: Winter 2015

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Wed, 07 Jan 2015 00:00:00 -0500

As we begin the New Year, many of us view it as a time to start fresh — making resolutions such as promising ourselves to be more organized

From the Editor: Fall 2014

richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0400

The tile industry continues to evolve, and one thing in particular that is noticeable is tile sizes are getting larger and thicknesses are getting thinner.