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Award Winning Kitchen Backsplash- Beveled Arabesque
Here they are…. your long awaited photos of our Kitchen Backsplash Winner’s Beveled Arabesque tile installation. RE: FINALLY: Beveled Arabesque Tiled Backsplash-Pro Photos! clip this post email this post what is this? see most clipped and recent clippings Posted by rookie_2010 (My Page) on Fri, Jun 4, 10 at 14:06 Oh how beautiful!!!!!!! The ...Read more.
Gwyneth Paltrow gives Mission Stone and Tile a shout out
A Race to Renovate With a very limited independent film–scale budget, Annette Joseph transformed an ideal (yet very raw) two bedroom downtown Nashville loft into a cozy, light filled space that was just perfect for my family’s stay there. Housed in a building called “The Icon” in the up-and-coming “Gulch” area, Annette and her team ...Read more.
This Sexy New Porcelain Flooring, puts Style in Tile
Available at Mission Stone and Tile, this Sexy New porcelain flooring puts Style in Tile. Made of fine porcelain stoneware 10 mm thick, with a glossy and natural finish, this series opens a new chapter in the Rex line of products dedicated to natural materials: Having presented tiles inspired by wood, leather and stone, the ...Read more.
Top Ten Kitchen Backsplashes
A Splash of Sophistication When searching for ideas for your Kitchen backsplash, it seems that there are thousands of options. I have compiled a top ten list of kitchen backsplashes, and unique finds! When you are shopping, remember: it’s a focal point in your home, and usually, not much square footage is needed. It’s an ...Read more.
Lawn Gone! Mary Elizabeth's Backyard Retreat (as seen on HGTV!)
Forget the national TV coverage, the lights, cameras and action. Even if HGTV had never shown up in Mary Elizabeth Hulsey’s backyard, that space would still be a superstar—a sophisticated, in-the-city retreat that’s always ready for its close-up. Of course, HGTV did show up at Mary Elizabeth’s house recently, to feature her bodacious backyard on ...Read more.
Referential Treatment
A Nashville 12 South home goes contemporary without losing sight of the neighborhood’s historic legagcy. It only takes one glance to tell something different is going on. Once you refocus beyond what initially caught your eye- the sun glinting off the tin-clad eaves, maybe, or the zen-inspired landscaping courtesy of Anne Daigh with Page Duke ...Read more.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
TRENDS IN TILE – A QUESTION & ANSWER SESSION
Bathrooms, Home decor, Interior Design, Kitchen Design, Surfaces for the home, Tile Designs, Uncategorized
How have tile trends changed in the last ten years? Are certain looks and/or colors more popular today?
While Natural Stone is and will always be a popular material, imaging and printing technology has allowed manufacturers of porcelain tiles, particularly in Italy, to create amazingly accurate reproductions of natural stone and wood looks which once installed are virtually maintenance free.
GRAY IS THE NEW NEUTRAL! Grays and charcoals in warm tones are extremely popular. These colors have become staples in the home furnishings market and this is now reflected in the direction clients wish to see in their tile selections. Materials like Lagos Azul Limestone or Calacatta Gold Marble (in both natural material and porcelain) work well with this updated palette.
What are popular sizes and materials for wall tiles today?
Subway tile has become a “go to” material for kitchen backsplashes and shower/tub walls. Sleek and contemporary, glazed and crackled or with a hand-crafted look in a myriad of colors, there is a tile to meet any design scheme. While the rectangular 3×6 size is the most popular, sleeker longer sizes like 4×10 or 6×18 are emerging on the market. No longer simply flat, these tiles are available with wave designs which give them a great deal of dimension.
Should clients express their own taste when selecting tile or select materials that will be timeless and “sellable”?
Tile installation is definitely a more “permanent” selection in the home. It is not easily or inexpensively changed like wall paint. Customers definitely want to imprint their own style in their home but still make selections that are “timeless and sellable”, however tastes change. Bianco Carrara marble which is currently a popular tile for kitchens and bathrooms has been used in homes for over 2000 years. It comes in and out of vogue. Popular in the 20’s and again in the 50’s, homeowners couldn’t rip it out fast enough in the late sixties and seventies to replace it with a “newer” more up-to-date color scheme of harvest gold and pea-green.
What questions should a homeowner ask themselves about their own taste, lifestyle, etc., in order to make correct decisions when selecting tile?
Customers definitely need to evaluate their lifestyle before making tile decisions. Is their home casual or formal? Are there children in the home? What level of maintenance do they expect from their tile. Natural stones require a little more upkeep while porcelain tiles are virtually worry-free.
Kitchen and bath magazines are a great place to go for customers unfamiliar with the latest trends. It also allows customers to see completed looks with cabinetry, countertops, tile work which helps them visualize how their space might look once completed.
The talented designers at Mission Stone & Tile are excited to assist you with tile selections that express your individual style.
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Why Design? “Blog, Blog, Blog…” Which sounds a lot like “blah, blah, blah” in my head every time another one of my friends- or someone new that I meet-asks if I have a blog. When am I planning to start my blog? What Blogs am I currently reading? Blah, blah ,blah.
I mean, seriously. I revert into a state of almost immediate panic that I’ve missed something. Truly- why am I not blogging? Who knew I was a total blog-a-phobe? I think startling realizations are always the most pertinent; therefore, I’ve decided to start “practicing” my blog through the student rep message here in ASID NY Metro View. If you think I should become an avid blogger, email me at drew@calldrewfirst.com Now as if I were readily available to all who dare and/or entice in the general blogosphere, here’s what I’d say to you lately…
Where I am NOW on color
We all have our obsession of the moment. “Drew Thinks Pink” happens to be mine– the big joke with my friends is that summer was all pink for me. Pink chinos and Polo’s, pink cargos and V-neck T’s. My pink revolution started with a V-neck sweater in the Spring and seems to be spiraling forward into a new pink turtleneck for fall and winter. I recently spied gorgeous pink lampshades in a big-league interior designer’s studio as well. What can I say? I even have pink socks. Between pink, the grays of extremely mechanical furniture, thoughts about lacquering everything, thoughts about paprika, and daydreaming about yellow- there’s got to be a message in there somewhere… the BIGGER CONVERSATION is really about COLOR. Which direction is your color wheel spinning lately? Color can be one of the easiest and most sophisticated layers in a design scheme. What shades are inspiring you? Where are you drawing inspiration?
Loving…
Benjamin Moore App- “Ben”- color- www.itunes.com
Georgia O’Keefe at the Whitney – www.whitney.org
Interior Design Quote of the Day-
Latest from Leona Lewis- “Happy” – www.itunes.com
Don’t we sort of have to list Whitney’s come back “Million Dollar Bill”? I think so….www.itunes.com
Look Away! It’s Hideous!
Ah, the kitchen. It can be the centerpiece of the home — the place where folks congregate while the hostess whips up some savory goodness. And it can also be an eyesore if not revamped from time to time … a coat of paint here, a new appliance there. At last, a contest that can provide a complete overhaul for the most exhausted of kitchens. Behold, the Her Nashville Kitchen Facelift Contest presented by Mission Stone & Tile. To enter, spin your tale … show and tell all about your tired old kitchen. Is it the 70′s tile backsplash that makes you lose your appetite? Or perhaps it’s the faded and tattered linoleum (egads!) that stops you short of inviting guests over. Or could it be the ghastly color scheme that keeps you up at night? Whatever the reason, make the case for your disturbingly dismal kitchen, and you could be the lucky recipient of a kitchen makeover! That’s $4,450 worth of gift cards to use on everything from countertops to cabinet upgrades. To enter, log on to HerNashville.com, upload some pics of your kitchen in its current (hideous) state, and tell us why (aside from the visually obvious) you want and/or need a kitchen overhaul. You have until September 10 to enter; after that we’ll choose three finalists. From there, it’s up to the good folks who (and all the people you tell to) frequent HerNashville.com to vote (only once per day!) for the kitchen most in need. Grab your camera, send in your entry, and hope for the best. It can only get better, right? Enter here, and cast any questions to Christy Bryan over here. Good luck!
We are marking down our Jerusalem Limestone Tiles. Jerusalem Pearl Pillowed Edge- $3.99/sf. (from 11.99)
St. Tropez Limestone versailles pattern- $5.99/sf(from 14.99)
Ancient Reclaimed Stone Pattern $19/sf (from $32)
One Response to “Flow With It”
A Do it Yourself Remodeling Project |
Have you ever seen those beautiful mosaic tiles that create amazing works of art? Have you ever wanted to create your own piece of porcelain tiles, but have never had the time to do it? Well, now there is a very easy and cool way to put up your very own piece of art in your own home. You will not have to hire anyone to do it and it will be a lot of fun for you and your family. If you have a bland wall in your home that needs some decorating, then get ready because your wall will have lots of color very soon. First, you will need some colorful mosaic tiling, the proper caulk for the job, and lots of helping hands!
Mosaic tiling is a very fun craft that many people take part in. There are very small tile projects as well as very large scale projects, where entire buildings are covered in colorful tiles. In your own home, you will be able to find the perfect place for a mosaic work of art. You can do the mosaic on a piece of wood, or you can put it directly on the wall. Most people would recommend putting it on something other than the wall in case you are looking to sell in the future.
First, you need to pick your tiles in the shapes and colors that you would like to use. If you have a certain color scheme in your house, you may want to follow it, but if not, then you can just go crazy and choose whatever colors you would like. The smart thing to do would be to arrange the colored tiles in a way that you would like them, before you glue them. This way, you can figure out a pattern just the way you like it before you glue it all on. Speaking of glue, you cannot use just any glue. You must use caulk that way your mosaic tiles will fit and stay perfectly. Caulk is kind of like cement.
After you figure out the perfect pattern and design and get it glued in the way you want it, you can finally get to the fun part. Now you can find the perfect spot in your home and hang or mount your masterpiece. This craft is very fun, pretty easy, and simple to prepare and finish. If you are up to it, you can double the size of your project and turn it into a group project with your family. This is a great project for older kids and it is a lot of fun for everyone. If it is a rainy day outside, this is a perfect way to find something to do!
Arts and crafts are a great idea on a day where you cannot get outside and do something. Mosaic art is used all over the world, so it is nice to have a new piece of cultural design and color in your home if you are looking for something new.
Connor R. Sullivan and his wife chose to remodel their bathroom with elegant mosaic tiles. They had installed elegant porcelain tiles in the living room which was stunning.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Connor_R_Sullivan
Monday, August 2, 2010
Nashville Lifestyles HOT List features Mission Stone & Tile
Celebrity Homes, Home decor, Interior Design, Kitchen Design, Tile Designs
It’s going to be a long, HOT summer. Actually it’s going to be just as heated this fall—and likely for the rest of the year for those of us lucky enough to be in Nashville. From what we’ve discovered, the intensity level isn’t letting up. Off the charts new musical talent, original exhibits and even a luxe, sexy hotel suite are part of the mix. So, turn up the AC—as this year’s list is hotter than well, you know … !
—Stacie Standifer (All Pictures credit Nashville Lifestyle’s Magazine)
Raised Expectations:
There’s nothing hotter in tile—and oh so cool as well—than something as voluptuous and rich as New Tribal, featuring curvaceous motifs on glossy, gorgeous porcelain tile—it’s so much sexy sophistication! This is truly a cut above any of the old styles. The luxurious wall collection is now available at Mission Stone & Tile. 2930 Sidco Dr., www.missionstonetile.com
Sweet Charity:
Five women from Texas launched The Boot Campaign to benefit military combat veterans, and Nashville’s most famous faces have joined the kick-ass effort to give back to our heroes. Next month, The Palm will be hosting a night of boots, celebrity auction items and fun hosted by Charlie Daniels. This is a totally new event—one that has us ready to lace up and join the troops. bootcampaign.com For event information, pdixon@thepalm.com
Escapes:
For those who want to travel a bit farther for something a little more tropical—there’s an exclusive new offering at Catalonia Royal Bávaro in the beautiful Dominican Republic. The adults-only, all-inclusive resort set on one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean has added The Gran Suite, an intimate villa for total privacy with spacious interiors, personal pool and beach. The best part is that with the all-inclusive pricing, even this kind of luxury is offered at a value. www.cataloniacaribbean.com
Honky Tonk Hero:
A marriage to an FBI agent and an upcoming move to Southern California means a sad loss for the world famous Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge, where Heather Ann Heatherly has been as much of a tourist attraction as the stage performers for almost 15 years. Her winning smile and ability to bond with her customers has earned her the recognition as Lower Broadway’s best asset. She’ll be missed, but not forgotten. Heather is going to be one tough act to follow—as those in the music business know all too well. We just hope to get an invite to her going-away party!
Friday, July 23, 2010
Glass Mosaic Tile
Bathrooms, Interior Design, Kitchen Design, Ping.fm, mosaics
Roman says:
August 12, 2010 at 8:30 pm
Great blog always interesting and well done