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.
Contemporary Stone & Tile Design caught up with designer Alena Capra of Alena Capra Designs in Fort Lauderdale, FL, at Coverings 2021 to gain insight into what is trending in tile designs these days.
While I have seen booked-matched slabs form shower and bathroom walls, floor-to-ceiling fireplaces and even used as an interior accent wall, I have never seen ones used so creatively as a striking headboard in a bedroom.
The international tile and stone exhibition returned to Orlando this summer, including a full lineup of exhibitors, show features and educational sessions
While it might not have been quite the crowd of exhibitors and attendees that typically fill the expo floor, Coverings 2021 was certainly still a successful show. After having to reschedule last year’s event in New Orleans, LA, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Coverings greeted industry members at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.
Featured on the exterior of the new National Headquarters of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, as well as an interior accent wall, Texas limestone offers a modernized aesthetic and ties with the building’s local surroundings
The new National Headquarters of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) is a contemporary work of architecture showcasing natural stone and tile on both the exterior and interior.
The extended living space of a home in Kerala, India, incorporates locally quarried stone into the design – enhancing the overall aesthetic of the room and complementing its lush surroundings
The extended living space fuses a contemporary design with a curated landscape -- creating an engaging environment. Co-founders and design principals emphasized that using locally quarried stone was a priority, as the material is not only beautiful, but also sustainable.
Over the past two months, I have to say I have logged in more than my fair share of steps. Between TISE and Coverings, I definitely walked a lot and remembered what trade shows can do to your feet.
I recently returned from Las Vegas to attend TISE. I must admit, a few months ago when I made the decision to go I was excited but still a little apprehensive. But by the time I was in the airport, I suddenly enjoyed the feeling of being “normal” again. And once I entered the Mandalay Bay, it felt good to be back.
Suction cups with advanced top pad recognized in the Best of StonExpo product category at The International Surface Event, which was held from June 16 to 18, 2021 in Las Vegas, NV
Last month, a virtual Stone Summit was held to discuss why transitioning to digital templating is a beneficial step to operating a successful fabrication business
Technology continually drives efficiency and quality production. Particularly for the stone industry, advances in technology attribute to fabrication of intricate custom pieces, high-volume production, organization and even offer a solution to labor shortage.