Stonepeak Ceramics, the U.S. arm of Italy's Iris Ceramica Group, has received the prestigious Overall Best In Show Award at Coverings 2025, the highest recognition from the Tile Council of North America (TCNA).
Vitra Tiles CementEra series captures 2025 Red Dot Design Award in Product Design category, recognized for its minimalist concrete-inspired aesthetics and architectural adaptability.
Morris brings more than a decade of experience to the tile industry, having grown from a communications coordinator into a respected leader within both TCNA and the broader tile community.
Are you ready for Coverings 2025? To help you prepare for nine miles of tile—and stone, we have highlighted what’s new and a selection of events and education sessions.
Louisville Tile introduces Wilcox Fifty Five LavoMOD 6 mm porcelain panels, which are pre-cut and made in USA for grout-free shower and bathtub installations.
Brazil made a historic impact as the Guest Country of Honor at the 25th anniversary edition of the China Xiamen International Stone Fair, projecting nearly $33 million in new business deals over the next 12 months—more than doubling last year's expectations.
PrimeSource Building Products introduces Grip-Rite More, a revolutionary magnesium oxysulfate tile backer board that eliminates VOCs and silica dust while reducing carbon emissions by 60% compared to traditional cement boards. This environmentally conscious alternative promises healthier installation environments without compromising performance.
Atlas Concorde will debut its urban-inspired "Atlas Concorde City" concept at Coverings 2025 in Orlando, featuring interconnected rooms of varying heights resembling a cityscape. The innovative showroom will showcase various collections while uniting Italian and American brands through its central Atlas Plan corridor.
Tile design specialist Architessa celebrates 40 years of transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary environments, serving clients from everyday homeowners to luxury hotels and heads of state. What began as a family business has evolved into a women-led, globally recognized design authority with showrooms across the East Coast and products sourced from six continents.
The National Tile Contractors Association announces David A. Rothberg as the recipient of the 2025 Joe Tarver Lifetime Service Award and Mark Heinlein as Tile Person of the Year, with presentations scheduled during Coverings 2025 on May 1.