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Author: diaryofatileaddict

I have been writing about the tile industry for more than 25 years. I have started this blog to share some of my knowledge of, and enthusiasm for, ceramic tiles. I also wanted to shine a light on the work of some of the artists, architects and designers around the world who work with ceramic tiles. I was the Founding Editor of Tile UK, and I am currently the Editor of three tile-related publications in the UK: Tile & Stone Journal, The Specifier’s Guide to Ceramic Tile & Calibrated Natural Stone; and TDY: Tile Design Yearbook. I am also International Correspondent for Tile Today and Discovering Stone, both published in Australia. My aim with Diary of a Tile Addict is to introduce tile enthusiasts to developments in tile design, significant architectural and interior design projects that get the best out of tiles, technological developments that are driving the ceramic tile sector forward, and breaking news from tile exhibitions around the world. I will also introduce readers to some of the talented and inspiring individuals who help make the ceramic tile world so creatively diverse, technically advanced and intellectually fascinating.
Motifs & Materials

Rhapsody in blue

As the lockdown restrictions begin to be eased in the UK, my mind has naturally wandered to the possibility of seeing new tile designs in the flesh once more, and therefore to Cersaie in November. Continue reading Rhapsody in blue

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Colour Trends, Concrete-effect tiles, Glazed Tiles, Portugal

Fusing fashion and function

Recer’s New Neutrals range has volumetric pieces, dégradé effects, and an appealing aged look. Continue reading Fusing fashion and function

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Colour Trends, Glass Mosaics, Glass Tiles

Timeless tinges with Glass Essentials

Island Stone’s Glass Essentials line of fused glass tiles provides timeless-yet-modern mosaics that enhance the overall aesthetic of any new build or refurb project. Continue reading Timeless tinges with Glass Essentials

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Concrete-effect tiles, Gauged Porcelain Panels, Italian tiles, New Collections, Virtual Coverings 2020

Considered cincture of contemporary cement

In H24 by Supergres, the three coloured wall tile backgrounds (Blue, Jade and Coral) easily combine with the neutral Ivory and Pearl shades of the stoneware floor tiles. Continue reading Considered cincture of contemporary cement

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Coloured Tiles, Coverings, Design Delights, Italian tiles, Uncategorized

Hub: a constellation of colour

Hub, by Naxos, lends itself to the creation of striking walls, and is enhanced by the material contrasts and special satin surfaces, with pearlescent or ‘sugared’ terrazzo effects. Continue reading Hub: a constellation of colour

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Sample designs from the Tommy Bahama collection by Lunada Bay Tile
Coverings, Design Delights, Glass Tiles, Uncategorized, Virtual Coverings 2020

Destination-inspired designs

With soothing textures and soft color blends, Tommy Bahama glass mosaics bring the freedom and mindset of the world’s most inspiring locales, evoking feelings of sanctuary, escape, and exploration. Continue reading Destination-inspired designs

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Odine by Argenta Ceramica
Coverings, Natural Stone Immitation, New Collections, Spanish Tiles, Stone-effect Tiles, Virtual Coverings 2020

Subtle shade variations

Odine by Argenta is a stoneware tile inspired by aged marble, with veins that evoke the passage of time. Continue reading Subtle shade variations

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Coverings, Gauged Porcelain Panels, Stone-effect Tiles, Virtual Coverings 2020, XXL tiles

Large formats in many forms

Atlas Concorde offers a wide range of large porcelain slabs and the possibility of “unique style” solutions thanks to a harmonious coordination with the company’s wide range of surfaces. Continue reading Large formats in many forms

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Coverings, Italian tiles, Natural Stone Immitation, Virtual Coverings 2020

Natural nuances and delicate details

The Armonie Group offers a wide range of materials suitable for most environments: double firing, single firing, porcelain, 4.8mm stoneware, mosaics, glass, wood, brick, natural stone, and even quartz-resin. Continue reading Natural nuances and delicate details

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Blok by FAP Ceramiche
Coverings, New Collections, Stone-effect Tiles, Virtual Coverings 2020

Projecting the power of nature

Blok by FAP Ceramiche is a contemporary stone-effect that projects the power of nature into porcelain stoneware. Continue reading Projecting the power of nature

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Digital Decoration, Iconic Designs, Marble-effect tiles, Virtual Coverings 2020

Magical Middle Eastern Marble

The pinnacle of the Sybil range by Cerdomus is a set of four book-matched 600 by 1,200mm tiles with truly dramatic aesthetic impact.  Continue reading Magical Middle Eastern Marble

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Kyushu bianco matt and luxe by Ceramica Colli di Sassuolo
Coverings, Glazed Tiles, Uncategorized, Virtual Coverings 2020

Soft and seamless: Kyushu by Colli

Kyushu by Colli has three key attributes: characterful gloss glazes, harmonious colours, and an elegant strip format. Continue reading Soft and seamless: Kyushu by Colli

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External Tiling, Italian tiles, New Tile Designs, Stone-effect Tiles, Virtual Coverings 2020

Mining a deep seam of power and personality

The grip surface of Centuryu’s Stonerock, available in a 20mm thick option, is specifically intended for outdoor spaces. Continue reading Mining a deep seam of power and personality

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Nova from Vallelunga & Co
Coverings, Italian tiles, Marble-effect tiles, Virtual Coverings 2020

Refined marbles rock the romantic

Vallelunga & Co’s Nova is a very pure marble design with great visual depth to the vein pattern. Continue reading Refined marbles rock the romantic

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Petrolio Etro from the I-Sense range by Vallelunga & Co
Coverings, Digital Decoration

Intense colours and bold decors

I-Sense by Vallelunga & Co reinterprets the essence and material quality of onyx and agate in a modern key, complete with classic veins and rich decors. Continue reading Intense colours and bold decors

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Coverings, Digital Decoration, Italian tiles, Marble-effect tiles, Uncategorized, Virtual Coverings 2020

Precious patterns from Piemme

The new Opulence collection by Ceramiche Piemme combines aesthetics and sustainability.  Rare minerals shades merge into a high-tech, yet totally recyclable, material. Continue reading Precious patterns from Piemme

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3D tiles, Coverings, Italian tiles, Stone-effect Tiles, Virtual Coverings 2020

NovaBell: Naturally in three dimensions

NovaBell’s vibrant BrickUp surfaces create strikingly realistic walls, and are suitable for all applications, both indoors and outdoors.  Continue reading NovaBell: Naturally in three dimensions

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Colour Trends, Coverings, Geometric tiles, Porcelain Tiles, Small Format Tiles, Virtual Coverings 2020

An ethos of quality fuelled by colour

Tonalite’s ethos is that quality is essential and that passion creates ideas.  Production is 100% focused on product quality, regardless the cost, the technical challenge and the required artisanal input. Continue reading An ethos of quality fuelled by colour

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Geo Temporale by Porto Ferriera
Brazil, Concrete-effect tiles, Virtual Coverings 2020, Wood-effect Tiles

Reactive glazes and urban nuances

Vetro Marino by Ceramica Porto Ferreira is a range of reactive-glaze effect tiles inspired by Vietnamese ceramics. Continue reading Reactive glazes and urban nuances

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3D tiles, Cevisama, Coverings, Iconic Designs, Virtual Coverings 2020, Wall Tiles

Powerful interplay of colour, light, and shade

Bow really encapsulates Harmony’s avant-garde approach to interior design. Continue reading Powerful interplay of colour, light, and shade

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