From raised geometric patterns to leather and anti-slip finishes, there is a great deal to be said about textured tile surfaces. Leading manufacturers are offering a host of finishes – meeting both aesthetic and functional purposes. Here are a few comments about the latest technology in this arena.

Christopher Grubb, president/founder of Arch-Interiors Design Group, embarked on a complete interior remodel of a 6,500-square-foot residence on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. Recently, he took time to share with Contemporary Stone & Tile Design details about the high-end kitchen remodel.

Flow’s Mach 200 waterjet is uniquely designed for today’s stone fabricators. Featuring Flow’s Pivot+™ waterjet cutting head, the Mach 200 is a competitive 5-axis waterjet with bevel capabilities, and features genuine Flow technology throughout.

Regional stone pairs with original stonework to recreate Villa Bacchini, a remote Italian chalet.

Concrete-look porcelain floor tile contributes to industrial design of Turkish-based laboratory office building

As the New Year approaches, show management is gearing up for a successful event, complete with many show features and a loaded educational program – on and off the exhibition floor.

Tenax Fixtop Epoxy Setting Adhesive is now available in 10-gallon and 5-gallon kits. 

Patagonia quartzite and Sequoia Brown marble from Antolini’s Exclusive Collection provide a chic interior aesthetic at Montchalet resort in Alto Adige, Italy.

Dana Teague, vice president of the design group for Informa Markets, and Jim Hieb, chief executive officer of the Natural Stone Institute, recently took time to talk with Stone World about this year’s upcoming show.