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Building Materials, p 1

Staff -- Interior Design, 10/31/2003 12:00:00 AM

accessories • building materials • eco-friendly • fabric & wall covering • flooring •
furniture• kitchen & bath • lighting • outdoor furniture • seating

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Sicis& p>

Besides evoking the elements—water, air, earth, fire—Bayong ceramic tiles summon up the East. The distinctive wall tiles are inset with wood or mother-of-pearl (the former shown here in an alternating diamond-and-star pattern with Basic hexagons). At The Italian Trade Commission.

Knoll Textiles& p>

One of the newest additions to the award-winning Imago hard-surface line, Ikat Blocks is a bold pattern with wide vertical stripes of softly gradated color.

Skyline Design& p>

Ten tactile patterns form the Weaves + Textures collection; Surah, pictured here, is one. Ideal for door lights, feature walls, signage, and partitions, the etched glass comes in standard glass sizes and thicknesses.

Surface& p>

Combining raw materials like crystal, silica, and titanium flakes with acrylic pigments, Surface Architectural Wall Coatings bring depth and warmth to flat vertical surfaces. Available in five finishes, the coatings have been used in some of the hottest interior designs for hospitality and retail in the world.

Abet Laminati& p>

Proof that the recent development of new materials has produced exciting design possibilities: Esacore. This yellow phenolic fiberglass material with an aluminum honeycomb core is perfect for decorative wall treatments, thanks to its fire-resistant properties and light weight.

Wilsonart& p>

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and Wilsonart always knows which materials flatter best. Take the Topaz laminate series, with its eight beautiful patterns based on engineered stone. Kalahari Topaz (above), flecked with light and dark beige, is soothing and subtle.