Cambria, the nation’s leading producer of American-made natural quartz surfaces, will host a complimentary, IDCEC- and AIA-accredited webinar on January 14 at 1 p.m. CT. Entitled “Return to Wellness: How Research Will Transform Our Workplace,” the panel will explore how the new work space can help people feel more secure, nurtured, creative, and productive.
On Wednesday, December 9, 2020, Pantone Color Institute announced two colors will share the title of Color of the Year for 2021: Pantone® 17-5104 Ultimate Gray and Pantone 13-0647 Illuminating.
Maison, the studio for the design, manufacturing and distribution of luxury artisanal tile and mosaics, recently announced the appointment of Guy Hargreaves and Barbie Kennedy the company’s North American sales team. Guy will serve as the North America sales agent, leading accounts in all 50 states and supporting the company’s innovation strategy. Barbie will cover and scale operations as both the East Coast sales agent and Resident Designer.
Lapitec recently presented its new website, www.lapitec.com, featuring revamped content and high-impact graphics. Available in four languages (English, Italian, Spanish and German), this intuitive website helps users to discover the product in a simple way, encouraging them to explore the numerous possible applications thanks also to the photographs of projects completed to date.
Blustyle by Cotto d’Este, a brand that produces high-quality porcelain stoneware floor and wall coverings with a traditional thickness, recently introduced an extension of the Green Wood collection, with the new Gold version, the most accurate and elegant interpretation of Top Select Oak, as a distinctive feature of contemporary living.
Marshalltown, an industry leader in flooring and tiling tools, recently announced the release of the FASTcap™ Tile Leveling System, an innovative leveling system for floor and wall tile. The FASTcap™ System features three Spacer Base varieties and Ratchet Caps designed for reuse for future jobs.
American Olean recently announced the launch of the new Mythique Marble collection. Mythique Marble is a complete porcelain floor, ceramic wall and mosaic tile collection offering four on-trend marble designs, each equally elegant, yet with its own unique personality. All Mythique Marble products feature Microban® technology that provides powerful antimicrobial product protection.
With redecorating and remodeling projects on the rise, the color black doesn’t appear to be letting up any time soon. While in partnership with Rap legend Nas, Pantone has recently come out with Ultra Black, in kitchen and bath faucets, fixtures, and decorative hardware, we’re seeing Black hitting its stride in Satin Black, Matte Black and Carbon Black shades this year.
Crossville, Inc. recently announced the launch of its new Portugal porcelain tile collection. The unique appearance of this line is inspired by Portuguese Atlantic Dark limestone, a natural, earthen material found only in the Mediterranean. Crossville captured this one-of-a-kind, subtle, organic surface visual with the company’s Digital+ technology. Notably, the Portugal collection is offered in finishes for both interior and exterior applications, making the product a sophisticated, exceptionally versatile offering.
Emser Tile, a leading designer, marketer and producer of the world’s finest tile and natural stone, recently appointed Suzanne Zurfluh as the company’s new director of design and trend. With two decades of experience in design and marketing luxury products, Suzanne will enhance Emser’s strategy and broaden its position in product development and trend forecasting.