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WOW Second Skin

The design world is seeing something entirely new with the WOW Second Skin line. Second Skin can stick to virtually any existing surface. This makes it something that can be used in both exterior as well as interior decorating. As a designer, this line is something new and exciting that gives me the ability to add dimension to almost any space. It can be applied on top of existing surfaces such as concrete, glass, or ceramics and possesses the ability to add dimension to a large space. The line carries two unique shapes, Isos and Petal, which are available in an Ice White or Graphite. These three dimensional shapes allow you to play with the lights and shadows of the room and the individual pieces allow you to use your imagination to create a design suitable to any customer and any space. When I got into the kitchen and bath design world in the 80’s tile was all about pattern. The WOW Second Skin line is bringing this trend full circle today. The possibilities are endless with this line, look out for it to be a hot design trend in the future.

 

A Room With a View

Recently had the opportunity to remodel a kitchen in a century home in Hudson, Ohio. The client’s one request of many was to have a butler’s pantry incorporated into the new design.

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Heart shaped tile backsplash.

A Tile Revolution

“Tile is Art to Architecture”

Did you ever hear the saying, “what goes around comes around”? That is the case with tile today. When I started in the Kitchen & Bath industry in the eighties, tile was all about pattern. Well, here we go again! Clients today are looking for patterns in both the splash and floor to create excitement and make a statement within the space.

Geometric tile that is meant to look like wood

Floral tile in a bathroom

Heart shaped tile backsplash.

I had the opportunity this week to hear Erin Adams speak. Erin is one of America’s most celebrated product designers. You may have seen her work with Ann Sachs over the years. Erin used a couple of terms that really said where the state of tile is today, “contained chaos” & “tile is art to architecture”. Each phrase is ever so true. Tile today is trending to creating the focal point of the space and can add a sense of personal style. Some tiles that are available to accomplish this include geometric patterns, highly patterned encaustic cement tile, 3-d tiles & porcelain tiles that duplicate wood and stone.

This new and exciting era in tile is a dream come true for The Hall Design Group as we continue to create not only functional spaces but also ones that add excitement and the client’s personality!