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Hexagonal tiles with abstract pink, gray, and black patterns, next to a wooden planter with green moss.

Before You Remodel: 6 Tile Trends You Should Know

I have see the future of tile and it makes me want to renovate my bathroom or kitchen…again. At Cersaie last month, which is *the* bath and tile show, I had a chance to see lots and lots and lots of examples of what’s next in that world. Here are some of the trends I saw: As technology improves, ceramic tile makers find new methods to create tile that looks and feels like completely different material.

Dabney Frake

Oct 26, 2015

Shena and George’s Formerly Blighted, Beautifully Salvaged New Orleans Home

Name: Shena Troia & George Peake Location: Marigny; New Orleans, Louisiana Size: 2,200 square feet Years lived in: 1 year; Owned Just three years ago, Shena and George’s New Orleans home was the embodiment of urban blight. The house, built in 1850 as guest quarters for the Masonic Lodge next door, was on the city’s list of neglected properties slated for demolition. Graffiti covered the exterior walls, weeds were growing out of the roof, and all but two sets of doors were missing.

Jacqueline Marque

Oct 26, 2015

The Beautifully Strange World of Miranda Lake

Name: Miranda Lake Location: Uptown — New Orleans, Louisiana Size: 2,400 square feet including the studio Years lived in: 15 years; owned Stepping onto the grounds of Miranda Lake’s New Orleans home feels like being transported into the whimsical world she depicts in her artwork.

Jacqueline Marque

Oct 26, 2015

Cut Down Your Cooking Time With These 10 Tips

(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) From The Kitchn → 10 Tips to Help You Cook Faster

Apartment Therapy

Oct 26, 2015