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The March/April 2010 Issue of TileDealer is available now in its new electronic format. The focus of the current issue is the use of tile in exterior settings.

Part 2 of an interview with Zoe Voigt, a freelance writer, blogger, and tile aficionado. (Link to Part 1) RC: Do you have a favorite tile that you would use for your next project if money were no object? ZV: Oh, yes! This is an easy question, although with being a writer, money will always [...]

Chicago, the city of the big shoulders, is known for its soaring skyscrapers. Hidden among those towers is a lesser-known gem called The People’s Palace. Originally constructed to house Chicago’s first public library in 1897, the building is now the Chicago Cultural Center. Upon entering the building, most people immediately gaze up toward the 50 [...]

Inspired by House Beautiful’s feature of a New Jersey home done in traditional blue tones, we thought we’d share a few blues of our own to inspire you. First, from Cerim, glazed ceramic wall tiles in two blue tones as well as a glossy deco. And opaque glass tiles, also in soft blue tones. For [...]

Today we are posting Part 1 of an interview with Zoe Voigt, a freelance writer, blogger, and tile aficionado. RC: You’ve been writing about tile and the tile industry for almost a decade. What drew you to focus your attention on tile? ZV: My mother used to be in the tile business. She was an [...]

Neo Hedonism Bark in Cohiba See stone in a different light. Neo Hedonism [by Petra Antiqua] draws inspiration from a love of nature and an appreciation for the senses. The muted tones and rich textures will satisfy your desire for detail. Be bold.  Go natural. Please visit our showroom for details.

Who’s Interior Design blogs are you reading? Which do you have bookmarked? Who do you follow on twitter? Which email newsletters do you subscribe to? Here are three of my must reads, but I know there are many more. Use the comments below to add your favorite sources of great interior design news and commentary. [...]

Status Ceramics creates a set of stunning handcrafted tile mosaics in a wide range of colors. Since the surface texture isn’t busy, they coordinate well with granite countertops, slate floors, and other stones. We often use them as an accent liner in kitchen backsplashes and shower surrounds, since the range of colors allows us to [...]

On Thursday I was visiting Status Ceramics dealers in Central Ohio, and met Carlo Odella of Europamerican Tile. A CPA by trade, Carlo had given up the suit and tie to become a tile guy, over 23 years ago. Over the course of two decades, he’s amassed quite a bit of wisdom and know-how when [...]