Specifier attendance up at Coverings 2013; all attendees enjoyed valuable programs

P1010831Coverings 2013, The Ultimate Tile + Stone Experience, attracted an increased number of architects, designers and specifiers this year when the four-day event was held in Atlanta for the first time, April 29-May 2. The audience segment grew by three percent, drawn by the opportunity to see the latest innovations by more than 950 exhibitors from over 35 countries, and attend more than 70 free education sessions, many of which offered CEUs.

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Video from Coverings day three!

street signSee people, some familiar and some new, talk about the products they rolled out at the show this year. Coverings 2013 exhibitors rolled out some amazing new products and innovation abounded in Atlanta. See for yourself after the jump.

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More video from the show floor!

street signOn the second day of Coverings 2013, our video crew walked the floor and talked to some of the movers and shakers who are working to make our Atlanta show a great experience for everyone. See for yourself after the jump!

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Second annual Coverings Installation & Design Awards recognize superior work in Tile + Stone

CIDFifteen outstanding stone and tile projects from across the country and around the world were recognized in the second annual Coverings Installation & Design Awards. The CID Awards celebrate creativity and technical know-how in the use of tile and stone in residential and commercial projects.

Projects were judged and awarded separately on technical installation and design. One Grand Prize winner for both design and installation in each category (residential and commercial) was chosen.

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CoveringsTV – video from the show floor!

street signOn the first day of Coverings 2013, our video crew walked the floor and talked to some of the movers and shakers who are working to make our Atlanta show a great experience for everyone. See for yourself after the jump!

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Coverings 2013 will offer and unrivaled global perspective on leading trends

openingWith more than 900 exhibitors from over 50 countries, and a wide-ranging conference program of 70-plus free-of-charge seminars, Coverings 2013, the largest international exposition dedicated to tile and stone, offers an unrivaled view of the most current industry trends. Attendees, whether they are architects, designers, builders, remodelers, installers, fabricators, distributors, or retailers, will find the latest developments and directions in their particular field addressed when The Ultimate Tile + Stone Experience comes to Atlanta for the first time, today through May 2, 2013.

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Coverings 2013 is bringing more than 900 exhibitors to Atlanta!

Coverings_2013_1182When Coverings, The Ultimate Tile + Stone Experience, comes to Atlanta for the first time this spring, more than 900 exhibitors from over 50 countries will pack the Georgia World Congress Center, April 29–May 2, providing attendees with an unrivaled worldwide survey of the latest, most innovative stone and tile products. In addition to the riches to be found on the expo floor, Coverings also offers an extraordinarily wide-ranging conference program comprising more than 70 informative seminars and demonstration sessions targeting every segment of the industry, all free of charge, many with CEU credits.

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Ready for Coverings?!

openingIn a few hours, we’ll cut the ribbon and open another Coverings.  We’re excited and you’ll be too once you see what we have in store. Watch the preview video after the jump and be prepared to be amazed!

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At Coverings 2013, Green Platinum projects demonstrate the invaluable role of tile + stone in sustainable design

Coverings_2013_1182Coverings 2013, the tile and stone industry’s largest international exposition, has selected four projects as top Platinum Projects in its annual PROJECT: Green program.

Established to recognize outstanding achievements in sustainable design and architecture that use tile and stone as an integral element in attaining green status, the competition is judged on how tile and stone are used in the project; design aesthetics; positive environmental impact; environmental innovation; and the environmental benefits of the particular tile and stone products used. This year the Coverings PROJECT: Green competition is recognizing projects in four categories: Commercial Remodel, Commercial New Construction, Institutional New Construction and Residential New Construction. The following were given the ultimate accolade:

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Coverings 2013 offers more than 50 opportunities to earn AIA, IDCEC and NKBA credits –free of charge

wednesday 058Coverings 2013, the tile and stone industry’s most important international exposition, offers an impressive conference program that includes more than 50 opportunities for architects and designers to earn valuable AIA, IDCEC or NKBA CEU credits at no cost.

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