Florida Tile has launched the Songbird ceramic wall tile collection.  This colorful collection features subtle undulations on the surface, giving it the look of handcrafted tile. 

With the debut of its branding refresh, Virginia Tile has initiated the next phase in its strategic growth plan. The strategic plan, which began last fall with the opening of Virginia Tile’s flagship location in Troy, MI, has been followed by a new showroom in Kansas City, KS, in June 2022, and most recently, a new 50,000-square-foot showroom, warehouse and contractor service center in Elk Grove, IL. Additionally, the rollout of a redesigned logo, tagline, websites and social media strategy re-enforces the brand that is already extremely well-known in the design community. 

Epiroc, a leading productivity and sustainability partner for the mining and infrastructure industries, has appointed Paul Bergström president of the Digital Solutions division and member of group management, effective no later than June 1, 2023. Epiroc also announced a change in group management effective January 1, 2023.

Tile of Spain Technical Consultant Ryan Fasan will present a webinar on December 14 on prevailing trends that define the latest range of ceramic solutions from Spanish manufacturers.

More than 200 architects, interior designers and representatives of the design community attended a grand opening event in Melbourne to see the company's design and architectural solutions for flooring, kitchens, bathrooms, façades and furnishings.

Stones at Large porcelain stone collection, an innovative porcelain series inspired by some of the world’s most sought-after earthen materials, is available from Crossville.

The Natural Stone Institute has provided natural stone and fabrication services for its 46th home with the Gary Sinise Foundation through its R.I.S.E. (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment) program. The Foundation’s R.I.S.E. program builds 100% mortgage-free specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans and first responders. Natural stone and fabrication for U.S. Army Sergeant Bryan Anderson were provided by Daltile, Prestige Marble & Granite, and Salado.

Coverings 2023 has revealed a sneak peek of its educational lineup which will include live demonstrations, curated show floor tours, interactive sessions, and partner education across tile and stone. 

Boutique Design New York (BDNY), the leading trade fair and conference for the boutique hospitality and lifestyle industry, gathered nearly 13,000 designers, architects, brand executives, hoteliers, developers, purchasers, manufacturers and other professionals from 47 countries at the Javits Center on November 13 to 14 to experience new products, engaging conversations and strategic networking events.