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 9674 2017 | TRENDS INTERNATIONAL TRENDS FROM SPAIN (continued) create an original pattern without being overpowering. In the right direction / Lines In 2016, the most basic of decorat- ing elements, lines, comes back in endless variations. Vertical or hori- zontal, continuous or interrupted, and flat or relief, line designs are back and patterns like the Saloni Integra series showcase it in all its splendor. This design is ideal to add depth or flow to walls where tile is the main attraction. Art objects This trend transforms ceramic tiles into unique pieces to turn spaces into works of art. This design integrates architectural pieces,resulting in sophis- ticated spaces without excessive décor though never neglecting details. These contemporary pieces,such as Harmony by Peronda, are the perfect comple- ment for a one-of-a-kind design. Soft touch The versatile mix of textile effects available in Spanish tile can achieve any type of ambiance that renders warmth to any space. Collections, such as Brickbold by Gayafores, are excellent at recalling romantic arti- san embroidery, seersucker, velvet, patchwork, tweed, brocades, and other fabric inspired looks to achieve a soft harmony. Gray scale While the use of color in decora- tive trends has increased, grays have always been a designer’s best friend. The newest designs from Tile of Spain span the spectrum of tones starting with cooler grays, like the Bluestone Series by Porcelanosa, and go from slate tones to softer grays and beiges. By adding texture and superimposed tones these tiles have an organic feel, proof that color is not always neces- sary to convey style. Aquatic Life The marine palette of blues and greens is a perfect way to add a touch of color. Tile of Spain companies such as Keros Ceramica exhibit a cooler color spectrum reminiscent of the sea and aquatic life. Large-format tiles Ceramic tiles continue to grow year after year and in parallel, bring new possibilities for design. Thin, but very large ceramic tiles like those found from Levantina can be used to cover large surfaces and achieve continuity when installed in a rectified manner. Wood plank designs, here from Roca Ceramica, lend themselves to creating chev- ron and herringbone patterns. The Integra line from Saloni uses different permutations of lines for a clean, linear flow on walls. Bowl by Stone Designs, part of the Harmony Signature Collection, which features exclusive designs by well known international design studios. Brickbold by Gayafores offers a soft textile touch to tile The Bluestone series from Porcelanosa fea- tures on-trend cool gray coloring. The sea and marine life inspire tile hues like this one from Keros Ceramica. Techlam thin porcelain tile from Levantina (shown here in the Blaze design) comes in 3mm and 5 mm thicknesses, up to 1000 mm x 3000 mm formats.