Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60 Page 61 Page 62 Page 63 Page 64 Page 65 Page 66 Page 67 Page 68 Page 69 Page 70 Page 71 Page 72 Page 73 Page 74 Page 75 Page 76 Page 77 Page 78 Page 79 Page 80 Page 81 Page 82 Page 83 Page 84 Page 85 Page 86 Page 87 Page 88 Page 89 Page 90 Page 91 Page 92 Page 93 Page 94 Page 95 Page 9620 2017 | TRENDS Textile – Fabulous fabric aesthet- ics include tartans, patterns, lin- ens, tweeds and plaids, mixed with cement or concrete. Overlapping graphics give textural effects and warm colors of naturals, grays and blues prevail. Wall tiles have become more accepted over the years and have started surging in the last three to four years. Three-dimensional large format tiles are in demand; aesthet- ics such as Calacatta veined marble, organic leaf designs, and large 16” x 48” wall tiles offer more dramatic visual continuity, Halbert said. Wall tile is perfect for commercial use, and homemade-inspired tiles reso- nate with the farmhouse, industrial and cementina trends in white, blue, black monochromatic neutrals to bright hues. Stone Trends Tile can replicate stones to the point where one is hard pressed to distin- guish between the real thing and the replica. But stone is still a strong prod- uct category on its own, and some- times the only option for luxe settings. Halbert gave an overview of sizzling trends in natural stone. Marbles – White marbles are still the most popular, Halbert said, with grays, beiges, blacks and browns com- ing into the market. Calacatta, Turkish Skyline – that offers a linear grey and beige – really dark brown stones are growing, as are three-dimensional mosaics out of Calacatta. It’s stylish to mix multiple finishes and struc- tures. And marbles are offered in a range of finishes, including glossy, and structured for outdoor use. Large slabs – Stones are offered as large as 126” x 63”, with concrete and stone looks in this size. Monochromatic stone – Quartzite is growing in esteem. There’s interest in some color variation, but mostly a lot of monochromatic slate that pro- duce a very soft graphic look. Limestones are versatile and can blend and enhance modern or tra- ditional settings. Bluestone is in demand, picking up on the current blue trend. Limestones can be pro- cured in large formats, multiple sizes, with smooth, lappato, or outdoor type finishes. In selecting colors and styles to adorn homes and commercial set- tings, Halbert recommended, “Be authentic. Be faithful to yourself. Mix, match and play with styles and objects. Be creative and eclectic. And remember, the best color is the one that makes you feel at home.” Large 16” x 48” wall tiles offer dramatic con- tinuity. White marble reigns as in Daltile’s Marble Attache/Calacatta, with grays, beiges, blacks and browns starting to emerge. Quartzite and monochromatic stones with soft graphic looks are trending, as in Daltile’s Consulate, Quartzite. Modern, rustic and rusted metals join with glossy inks for marvelous metallic finishes. Tile surfaces look soft and tactile with the infusion of textile styling like tweeds, plaids, linens and more. Three-dimensional large format wall tiles are in demand. COLOR AND TILE TRENDS (continued)