Contemporary Stone & Tile Design: Vol. 23, № 3 (Summer 2016)

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design


 Volume: 23 |  Issue: 3 |  Download

ON THE COVER:
A lush living environment was created for a private residence in Arizona with an extensive palette of natural stone. Corton Beige limestone, which was quarried in Egypt, is featured as 2- x 2-foot floor tiles throughout interior and exterior spaces. The use of stone in the home's luxurious design reflects its mountainous surroundings. Design by Swaback Partners pllc of Scottsdale, AZ. Photo by Bill Timmerman. Story begins on page 22.

The Flooring Contractor: Vol. 11, № 4 (Summer 2016)

The Flooring Contractor


 Volume: 11 |  Issue: 4 |  Download

On The Cover:

AMLI River North Apartments is contributing to the needs and wants of the rental market with 409 upscale luxury living apartments in a 50-story multi-unit residential tower on Chicago's north side. Floor coverings in common spaces and apartments include wood, carpet and tile. Surface preparation was an important step in producing smooth, level floors to receive the different floor coverings. Photo submitted by MAPEI.

Commercial Flooring Report: Vol. 93, № 1 (Ears Don't Have Ear Lids)

Commercial Flooring Report


 Volume: 93 |  Issue: 1 |  Download

Our guest columnist for this issue is Jeff Loether; his bio appears at the end of this issue. We have included some additional information on noise and sound as well from some recent experiences and cases we've had with what we think is going to be a growing concern that Jeff so aptly describes. The issue of noise affects not only the hospitality industry, but apartments and condos as well. With the number of high rise units being built around the country, noise is going to generate a great deal of concern and complaints.

In a conversation Jeff and I had he stated, "Ears don't have ear lids. Higher noise levels create stress and strength reaction. The ears never sleep. Living in caves, listening for the mountain lion that wanted to snack on us, kept our ears on high alert and they are still this sensitive to sound. The primitive brain is always listening for danger."