The best parties tend to end up outside. Whether you’re hosting a sunset supper or a poolside brunch, outdoor spaces create a memorable experience with ease. An outdoor entertainment area needs a foundation that’s as beautiful as it is durable. From the cool touch of a stone-look tile patio to the vibrance of a patterned walkway, ceramic tile transforms your areas into sophisticated destinations.
A villa located on the eastern shore of Lake Garda offers a fresh take on lakeside living. Its “osmotic” architecture emerges directly from the topography and local flora, blurring the boundary between inside and out. Expansive glazing, natural stone, and warm wood surfaces create a seamless dialogue with the landscape, allowing light, water, and greenery to shape the atmosphere all day.
Tile Takes the Spotlight in Silverado Theatre Renovation
The longstanding collaboration between NTCA Five-Star Contractor J&R Tile and Santikos Entertainment reached blockbuster status with the comprehensive renovation and modernization of the Silverado Theatre—the sixth major Santikos movie and entertainment center successfully completed together in the greater San Antonio area.
Testing Frictional Properties of Natural Stone Walking Surface
In our increasingly litigious society, specifiers and suppliers alike are facing potential liability at far greater levels than previously experienced in the industry. One area ofconcern is the safety of walking surfaces, specifically the available traction offered by those surfaces.
Tile of Spain has launched a new podcast, The Grout Line. This engaging new series invites architects, designers, trade professionals, homeowners and tile enthusiasts alike to take a deep dive into the world of Spanish ceramics, exploring the industry from every creative angle.
In November 2025, ANSI A128.1 was introduced as a comprehensive new test method for evaluating the dimensional stability of agglomerate tile, natural stone tile, and non-ceramic manufactured specialty tiles when exposed to moisture and varying environmental conditions.
Are you ready to stock up on tile installation tools, products, and materials? If so, please mark your calendar for the Spring 2026 CTEF Online Auction scheduled for June 8–14. It's a way to raise funds to support expanding the CTEF mission.
Global Inspirations: Engaged Porcelain Slab Design & Installation
The session, “Global Inspirations, Case Studies, Engaged Porcelain Slab Design and Installation,” presented as part of the educational programming at Coverings 2025, brought together leading experts Steve Clem, Principal of TVS Design, and Sean Gordy from Gordy Tile Company, Inc., to discuss their collaborative approach to large-scale porcelain slab projects.
Where Light Meets Gathering: The Extension House Bath Suite & Center House Entertainer's Kitchen
When attendees first experienced Interconnected Changeable Environments, the Showhome Experience by Jennifer Farrell at Coverings, they were introduced to a compelling vision of the future rooted in timeless materials, thoughtful craftsmanship, and spaces designed to evolve alongside the people who inhabit them.
At Coverings 2026, we honored 25 outstanding projects that demonstrated spectacular craftsmanship and creativity in the use of tile and stone. This spring/summer, we’re featuring these award-winning projects weekly on the Coverings blog. Check them out!
UNLV Architecture Students Showcase Their Work at Coverings 2026
After months of hard work and invaluable support from our industry partners, architecture students from the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) showcased their custom furniture pieces at Coverings 2026.
