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Cement Tile and Tin Ceiling Tile Backsplash in my Gray and White Kitchen I’ve been meaning to post pictures of my Cement tile backsplash that I put in the kitchen for a while now but I realized after I took the pictures that the setting on my camera to blur the background was on, darn!  So I’m going to post what I have for now and replace them as soon as my kitchen get perfectly clean again….sigh…. Anyway,  It took about 3 months to get our handmade cement tile from Mexico and it cost in the $600 range give or...

This article, Designer Insights with Bill Buyok, was originally posted TerrysFabrics.com Blog, May 29, 2015.    Bill Buyok, owner of Avente Tiles, a company based in Beverly Hills, California, is dedicated to providing superior tiles at the forefront of their class.  Avente’s ceramic tile line is stylistically superior, each one handcrafted individually by specialist artisans. As a whole, their ultimate mission and raison d’etre is to search the globe to find the finest and most extraordinary tiles for their customers. So we are proud to bring you the Designer Insights of Bill Buyok.   – Transcript – 1) In your...

Bathroom Trends to Look Out for in 2015 By Jakemontgomery @LTDOnlineStores With the holiday season in full swing, 2015 is just a few weeks around the corner. So what types of trends can we expect to see in the bathroom this year? Last year we saw a handful of trends that focused on functional use. This year, the emphasis is going to be placed on designing a fully personalized bathroom experience. How do you do this? Feature floor tiles, natural elements, sustainable materials, and of course technology. Keep your bathroom up to date with the latest fashions and trends. Here...

Avente Tiles exhibition of Pins and Needles, a tile design by Jorge Aguayo, garnered a mention in Azure Magazine. Diane Chan's April article, "Eight Standouts From Coverings 2013," includes these textured tiles on its list. Inspired by the delicate patterns of lace and embroidered fabrics, Jorge Aguayo, of the Dominican Republic, has created delicate designs which are truly elegant when cast in Aguayo's marble dust and cement process.  

Timber Frame Homes & More 1st photo, this design works.  the contrast the painted cabinetry offers, in my opinion, makes this work. 2nd photo, can you say LOVE THIS!! I love the Soapstone flooring tiles by Vermont Soapstone.  (Whether a timber frame home or not, this is a fabulous option). How about cement tile? Loving the tiles also, but so many choices…I would need an Interior Designer.  ANDIE are you available? Back to the wood flooring…if there is enough interesting character, I’m in!