| ...beneath your feet: the timeless charm of earthen floor tiles in modern design
introduction to earthen floor tilesthe story of earthen floor tiles begins in the cradle of ancient civilizations, where they served as a fundamental element in building the earliest homes. evolving through centuries, these tiles have transcended their humble beginnings, becoming a pivotal design feature in modern inter... |
| ... trends, offering invaluable insights for modern decorators and designers.
historical evolution: from function to fashionhard surface flooring has evolved significantly from its humble beginnings as earthen floors. this evolution mirrors advancements in technology and a growing appreciation of its dual role as a functional necessity and a design statement.
defining hard surface flooring in conte... |
| ...gets wet, drops and partially cover the holes in the flatweave, thus making tent almost waterproof. later on, these nomadic people felt the need to isolate themselves from the humidity present in the earthen floors of their tents. they then applied the very same techniques of flatweave to the making of of floor coverings and called them "kilims". since this was the area of paganism, most flatweave... |
| ...tiles unveiled: revolutionizing kitchen spaces through history and innovation
introduction to kitchen tiletiles have journeyed through time, evolving from mere functional elements in earthen floors to pivotal design features in modern homes. their history is deeply intertwined with human civilization, echoing our aesthetic progress and technological advancements. in the realm of kitchen design, t... |
| ...mosaic magic: transforming spaces with timeless tiles
introduction to mosaic tilemosaic tiles, with their rich historical tapestry, have evolved from simple earthen floors to ornate design elements. originating in mesopotamia, these tiny, durable pieces have graced spaces from ancient greek homes to modern high-rises, showcasing an unending allure in home decoration and design.
in the context of... |
| ...om repeated flooding of fertile valleys to the ancient flow of lava, from the heaving ocean floor to the erosion of rocks over eons, what results is the life-giving force of soil. each product in our earthen collection is a different type of soil with the subtle and variable colors one would expect from such natural inspiration. building upon the beautiful color changes in our hickory planks we ha... |
| ...portuguese atlantic dark limestone, a natural, earthen material found only in the mediterranean, inspired crossville's portugal porcelain tile collection. it captures this one-of-a-kind, subtle, organic surface visual with crossville's digital+ technology. the portugal collection offers finishes for both interior and exterior applications.
portugal gives designers a great solution for carrying a ... |
| ...at blend the best of gray with warmer undertones for colors that are unique, yet familiar.
the perfect example of this trend is poised taupe (sw 6039), the
sherwin-williams 2017 color of the year. earthen brown combines with conservative gray resulting in a weathered, woodsy and complex neutral that fits well in virtually any room.
"poised taupe celebrates everything people love about cool gra... |
| ...
sure to be laminate’s next best seller, weathered way replicates the look of tumbled stone in a random block format. it is available in four colors: antique cream, euro terracotta, roman grey and earthen copper. all floors in the stones & ceramics collection can be installed using angle/angle installation; no glue required.
“with continued improvements in design and technology and a growin... |
| ...green dream home and why even building code officials and insurance companies are starting to look favorably on straw bale houses. want to know more about the green benefits of radiant floor heating, earthen floors and fly ash? or perhaps about the experts and products featured on the show... |