This blog was contributed by Duravit and Ceramics of Italy. The global pandemic has shifted the concept of home and the importance of hygiene and technology across multiple high-use spaces. As we look to 2022 we are hearing from designers and the industry that the bathroom is a space where much attention will be placed. […]
This blog was contributed by Ceramics of Italy. Frescoes, florals, and fabrics, oh my! To possibly offset the dreariness of the pandemic, this year’s edition of Cersaie — which took place September 27 through October 1 in Bologna, Italy — was popping with exuberant colors, intricate patterns, and tactile surfaces. Ceramic experimentation was at an […]
This blog was contributed by Western Specialty Contractors. Winter is right around the corner. With the changing seasons comes freeze and thaw cycles, falling pine needles and leaves, organic growth and harsh weather conditions that can wreak havoc on a building or structure’s exterior if not maintained properly. Conducting an annual fall building inspection will […]
Darren Watts, Design Director at Wren Kitchens, offers his top tips on how to create an amazing multi-functional kitchen in an apartment. A key feature of many apartments is a multi-functional kitchen and living space. Although a separate kitchen may suit some people’s lifestyles, a place where you can cook, eat, and relax can be […]
New 33-page whitepaper by the strategically allied firms explores major opportunities for the convenience retailing industry in the years to come. Advise from Bona Design Lab and HFA Architects and Engineers. Ramping up local identity is a smart play for c-stores as they adapt to today’s disrupted marketplace, concludes a whitepaper by Bona Design Lab and HFA […]
This blog was contributed by KWK Architects. In 1984, the World Health Organization suggested that up to 30% of new and renovated buildings had excessive complaints related to indoor air quality, which was directly related to Sick Building Syndrome. According to the EPA, Sick Building Syndrome describes situations in which building occupants experience acute health […]
Ryan Fasan, Tile of Spain Technical Consultant, said recently, “The true power of the ceramic medium is the same as it’s always been; it’s inert and immutable once fired; it’s impervious and hygienic; it’s easy to sanitize and asks very little of us but provides so much strength and value to our lives and the […]
This blog was contributed by Vanessa Deleon, Designer and Influencer at Vanessa Deleon Associates. Millennials and Gen-Z are migrating from urban areas to the suburbs to reduce COVID-19 risk and many are faced with a small budget and a few pieces of furniture for a large space. In these anxiety-ridden times, it is imperative that your […]
Michael Miranda grew up splitting time between living in Florida and the Bronx, NY. He met a lot of people, mainly handymen, and Michael was always impressed by the eagerness to share what knew. “When I was young growing up, and even recently these last couple of years, you always run into a few people […]