Extensive stone palette defines Las Vegas resort
Among the latest luxury establishments to hit the Las Vegas region is the M Resort, Spa and Casino - located on a 90-acre piece of property on South Las Vegas Boulevard in Henderson, NV. The resort not...
View ArticleAchieving modern luxury on the beach
Local stone materials help provide the El Taj Oceanfront in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, with an elegant and glamorous setting.
View ArticleA celebration of Dallas culture
Designed by Foster +Partners, the new Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House in Dallas, TX, gives the city a landmark venue for the Dallas Opera as well as range of other cultural programs.
View ArticleStone palette contributes to chic hospitality design
The recent construction of W Hotel’s Miami, FL, location called for abundant amount of stone to maintain the hotel’s stylish reputation.
View ArticleRichard Meier project is honored in Italy
Built with indigenous travertine, the Museo dell’Ara Pacis in Rome, Italy, was recently honored with a Marble Architectural Award for its outstanding use of natural stone.
View ArticleBridging luxury and nature with stone
With the objective of creating an upscale resort that reflects its natural surroundings, The Allison Inn & Spa in Newberg, OR, is an extensive showcase of stone throughout its exterior and...
View ArticleEnvironmentally friendly design achieved with Hakatai tile
Bass Studio Architects, based in Columbus, OH, selected the Black Gold Blend from the Tivoli series by Hakatai for the new Thaijindesu Thai and Sushi Bar, a contemporary fusion-style restaurant in...
View ArticleCustom Tiles Turn NYC Coffee Shop Sideways
Located on Madison Avenue in the heart of New York City, D’Espresso offers its customers an out of the ordinary environment as they grab their daily coffee.
View ArticleBalancing Fresh Design and Historic Architecture
Set in the heart of Seattle’s Pioneer Square - one of the most historic tourist districts in America - the Alaska Building, which is now a division of Courtyard by the Marriott Brand, recently went...
View ArticleRafael Alvarez
Born in the Dominican Republic, Rafael Alvarez is an accomplished architect, graphic designer and painter whose work can be found around the world. A visual arts graduate from the School of Arts Apec...
View ArticleTile and stone enhance campus parking structure
Duke University's recently completed 1,900-car parking garage has become the first freestanding parking structure in the U.S. to achieve LEED certification. Bill Browne, FAIA, LEED AP, Principal and...
View ArticleSpanish tile provides a casual feel in Belgium
For a large bar/coffee house in Genk, Belgium, the designers specified large-format tiles from Spain to help create a warm, comfortable environment.
View ArticleGlass tile elevates experience for California retailer
Modono glass tile™ assists in creating a sleek upscale atmosphere at two Custom Comfort Mattress retail locations in California.
View ArticleResort’s stone palette reflects Texas Hill Country
With a design heavily featuring Lueders and Jerusalem Gold limestone, the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa provides a sense of rustic elegance to its guests
View ArticleSpa design reflects garden setting
A variety of tile products, including a spectrum of mosaics, join to create a garden-themed design at Bliss Spa® in the new W Boston Hotel and Residences in Boston, MA
View ArticleThe art of mosaics evident in Key West commercial design
A local artist dresses up the exterior of the Poinciana Royale building in Key West, FL, with a 14- x 18-foot hand-made mural of custom-cut ceramic tile
View ArticleDrawing new life into Downtown St. Louis
A specialist in architectural detailing — including one-of-a-kind tile artwork — Mark Pitliangus of Antique Architectural Decor recently restored two classic buildings in Downtown St. Louis, MO
View ArticleTravertine adds to “James Bond” image
Italian travertine panels create a sophisticated yet neutral backdrop for Aston Martin luxury vehicles at 16 new showrooms throughout the U.S.
View ArticleLarge-format tile for a large-scale project
The Brocade Communications campus in San Jose, CA, houses more than 3,000 employees, and large-format tile was a key component of the design
View ArticleHigh-quality installation achieves posh hotel design
An upscale contemporary interior was created at the new W Boston Hotel and Residences with a showcase of stone and tile that was installed with products from Laticrete
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