Collaborative Explorations in Ceramics

British and international ceramicists have created a series of ceramic ceilings and walls that show different vernacular languages, reflecting local heritage and identity and ECALab is hosting a talk to flag up the upcoming RIBA North exhibition, Cerámica, on traditional ceramic techniques and digital engineering processes have been used to produce sustainable architectural elements. Coinciding with this year’s Tate Exchange theme of production, shaped by artist Clare Twomey, this discussion will focus on craft, technology, material use and sustainability. Continue reading Collaborative Explorations in Ceramics

diaryofatileaddictOctober 3, 2017September 19, 2023Leave a comment

Alhambra Tiles at Levi Roots Caribbean Smokehouse

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Totally Tasty Tiling

Some of Alhambra Tile’s extensive portfolio of high profile restaurant tile projects will be on show at The Restaurant & Bar Design Show at ExCeL, London from 26th and 27th September. Free tickets to the show are available by clicking the link in this post. Continue reading Totally Tasty Tiling

diaryofatileaddictSeptember 20, 2017September 19, 20231 Comment

Cerámica at RIBA North is supported by Tile of Spain

Art and Artists, Design Students

Northern Exposure

Cerámica, a ground-breaking new exhibition at RIBA North supported by Tile of Spain, is set to explore the future use of ceramics and technology in architecture. From 28th October 2017, a series of full-scale installations by ECAlab will enliven RIBA’s new centre on the Liverpool waterfront, examining how ceramics have a bright future as a high-performance, environmentally-friendly and beautiful building material for architecture and design. Continue reading Northern Exposure

diaryofatileaddictSeptember 15, 2017September 19, 2023Leave a comment

Design Weeks & More, New Tile Designs

Gourmet Geometrics

Alhambra can supply bespoke patterns for private clients, but also offers a cool choice of ‘off-the-peg’ designs; many of which come in at surprisingly low prices. Underlining the Moorish heritage conveyed by the company’s name, stand-out ranges include the exquisite Granada and Seville / Cielo collections, which can provide a clear note of authentic Spanish style to any project. Continue reading Gourmet Geometrics

diaryofatileaddictSeptember 11, 2017September 19, 2023Leave a comment

Design Weeks & More

Concrete Masterclasses

At the London Design Festival, Domus will be hosting the UK launch of Liquid Forms from KAZA Concrete at its impressive Clerkenwell showroom. Domus will also be holding two daytime events, including a Concrete Stories design talk with architect Aybars Asci and a concrete CPD Masterclass. Continue reading Concrete Masterclasses

diaryofatileaddictSeptember 9, 2017September 19, 2023Leave a comment

Product demonstrations at Mapei training days

Tile Contracting

Training Timetabled

Mapei’s free training courses are carried out by a team with extensive knowledge and practical experience. Held in the company’s training facility in Halesowen, West Midlands, the courses take place between 9am and 4pm, with lunch and refreshments provided. Continue reading Training Timetabled

diaryofatileaddictSeptember 4, 2017January 30, 2023Leave a comment

Interviews, New Tile Designs

TSJ Newsletter

The latest issue of the Tile & Stone Journal e-newsletter (shown above) is now available. Coverage of technical innovations, the latest ceramic tile design trends, profiles of leading manufacturers and much more can be found in Tile & Stone Journal, or online at http://www.tileandstonejournal.com. Continue reading TSJ Newsletter

diaryofatileaddictSeptember 1, 2017January 30, 2023Leave a comment

New Tile Designs

Naturally Natural

The Surface & Materials Show will take place at NEC Birmingham, between 10th and 12th October 2017 as part of UK Construction Week. Now in its third year, Surface & Materials will showcase the latest surface solutions for architects, interior designers, specifiers and design savvy homeowners and self-builders seeking a broad range of innovative and high-performance products. Continue reading Naturally Natural

diaryofatileaddictAugust 24, 2017September 19, 2023Leave a comment

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Suits You, Sir!

EPR Architects clad the main façades at Savile Row in 10,000 crystalline hand-glazed ceramic tiles, individually crafted by London-based ceramicist Kate Malone. The colours for the square tiles – pale grey and deep blue – were chosen from tones found elsewhere in the Mayfair Conservation Area to help them fit with the surroundings. Continue reading Suits You, Sir!

diaryofatileaddictAugust 23, 2017September 19, 2023Leave a comment

Repeat patterns based on Classic Flowers

Art and Artists, New Tile Designs

Panels of Perfection

Sharon Jones is a true hand-made tile pioneer. Using white English earthenware clay, each piece is rolled into a slab, cut to shape with a potters’ knife and hand-glazed using Jones’ own unique recipes. Continue reading Panels of Perfection

diaryofatileaddictAugust 12, 2017September 18, 2023Leave a comment

Interviews, Mosaics & Glass Tiles, New Tile Designs

Trending: TSJ July-August

The July-August 2017 issue of Tile & Stone Journal, the leading B2B ceramic tile magazine for the UK and Irish markets, is now online at http://www.tileandstonejournal.com. Continue reading Trending: TSJ July-August

diaryofatileaddictAugust 7, 2017January 30, 2023Leave a comment

Mandarin's Paintbox Raspberry Gloss in 400 by 100mm

New Tile Designs

Palette Psychoanalysis

While greige, taupe and buttermilk are clearly the dominant palette in today’s homes, there is still plenty of scope for more vibrant, optimistic, hues: and for accent colours that celebrate life rather than withdraw from it. Continue reading Palette Psychoanalysis

diaryofatileaddictAugust 2, 2017September 18, 2023Leave a comment

Competitions, Design Students, Design Weeks & More, New Tile Designs

Plymouth Pattern

Heidi Wyett created the winning design for British Ceramic Tile’s competition, creatively embracing the pretty garden trend, with flower-inspired light and dark prints. Continue reading Plymouth Pattern

diaryofatileaddictJuly 30, 2017April 1, 2024Leave a comment

Design Weeks & More, New Tile Designs

Carefully Curated Choice

BluePrint Ceramics is a family-run tile business set up in 2010 by Simon and Stephanie Peel to service the tile specification market in the UK and overseas. This year at 100% Design, BluePrint is planning to showcase some of the most forward thinking tile collections around. Continue reading Carefully Curated Choice

diaryofatileaddictJuly 24, 2017September 18, 20231 Comment

A selection of genuine Antique Terracotta floor from Lapicida.

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Trending: Antique Terracotta

Lapicida, which offers a wide selection of original antique terracotta tiles, salvaged from 18th and 19th Century buildings, mainly in France, reports that terracotta floors are now gracing some of the smartest interiors with their warm, natural appeal. The epitome of relaxed living, they come in a wide range of pinks, reds and creams – reflecting the clays native to the regions from which they hail. Continue reading Trending: Antique Terracotta

diaryofatileaddictJuly 9, 2017September 18, 2023Leave a comment

Art and Artists, Ceramic Curiosities, Creative Grouting, Mosaics & Glass Tiles, Public Art

Bear Ebullience

Caroline Jariwala, a member of BAMM (the British Association for Modern Mosiac), has created Sweet William Bear: inspired by flowers quoted in Shakespeare’s writings. Continue reading Bear Ebullience

diaryofatileaddictJune 21, 2017September 18, 20232 Comments

Splashback by Maia Eden for The Linklater Pavilion

Art and Artists, Mosaics & Glass Tiles, Public Art

Splashback to Sustainability

The ceramic tiled splash-back mural for The Linklater Pavilion, Lewes. designed by Maia Eden, is a stunning work of art that inspired a book recording the commissioning and installation process. Continue reading Splashback to Sustainability

diaryofatileaddictJune 20, 2017September 18, 2023Leave a comment

Design Weeks & More, New Tile Designs

Note Design Weaves Some Magic for Kaza Concrete at Domus

Designed by award-winning Swedish-based collective Note Design Studio – and distributed by Domus -Weave is a new 3D tile from Kaza Concrete that is available in three unique tessellating patterns, matt and gloss finishes, and six metallic colours. Continue reading Note Design Weaves Some Magic for Kaza Concrete at Domus

diaryofatileaddictJune 19, 2017September 18, 20232 Comments

Bathrooms, Floor Tiles, Italy, Restaurant Interiors, Tiled Interiors, United Kingdom, Wall Tiles

A Taste of Italy

UK tile distributor Bedrock has recently helped with the refurbishment programme for the Bella Italia chain of restaurants; using highly sustainable floor tiles to ensure the sustainable refurbishment ethos is followed. Continue reading A Taste of Italy

diaryofatileaddictJune 15, 2017September 18, 2023Leave a comment

Art and Artists, Public Art

Robert Dawson: En Avant 

En Avant is a new series of clay paintings by Robert Dawson, which draw from the visual language and stylised motifs of Gothic Revival architect A.W.N. Pugin. Dawson reimagines Pugin’s designs from both the Shrine of St Augustine, Ramsgate, and The Grange, Pugin’s family home. Continue reading Robert Dawson: En Avant 

diaryofatileaddictJune 13, 2017September 18, 20231 Comment

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