The AZU Project

Modern, urban and stylish, AZU is one of the hottest products to hit our showroom floor this year. AZU is created using over 80% pre-consumer recycled material, primarily marble slab scraps. Each blend is comprised of polished, honed and textured marble. Produced in three unique blends: Crema, Grigio and Miscela (a blend of both colors.)

A competitively priced Interlocking mosaic, AZU is a random blend of multiple length marble pieces, made from scrap slab material.

Reduce, Reuse and Re-create

Consisting of skillfully selected combinations of patterns, color and textures, AZU is not only innovative, but also one of the industry’s most environmental responsible. The multiple- height texture is a result of discarded end-cuts from the production of marble slabs. This blend has achieved a unique and modern look.

Human Right & Equal Opportunity

AZU was founded by partnering and collaborating with an established 30 year old quarry and factory. While already having very respectable working conditions and 35- hour work weeks, AZU has opened up opportunities for women in Indonesia. Previously banned from working in this male-dominated trade- the AZU project has led to the first-ever female division in the factory that now exclusively provides the unique hand-placed blending that makes each sheet of AZU one-of-a-kind. The ladies that work in teams of 12 have an excellent eye for producing exceptional “random-appearing” marble blends.

See more installation images at AZU Gallery. Samples available through Decorative Materials.

Exquisite Inspiration

The 2011 Annual Kips Bay Decorator Show House featured 23 of the industry’s most creative and prominent decorators and designers in Manhattan.

Kips Bay is one of New York’s most beloved events. Artistic Tile products were prominently featured in both bathrooms of the home, as well as the kitchen and butler’s pantry.

Here is a peek at our favorites!

Smoke Stone cut into a Stilato Pattern and brilliantly installed in a chevron pattern.

Designed by Joy Licht, Cayley Barrett Associates.

La Leaf Glass in a Custom Treble pattern is featured behind the cooktop.

In the main kitchen, Artistic's Toldeo Classique in Crema Marfil and Calacatta Gold grace the walls of the backsplash.

The treble pattern is featured in Bourbon Street Carmel adorning the backsplash of the kitchen's pantry.

All products available through Decorative Materials. Photos courtesy of Artistic Tile. All three backsplashes designed by Regina Bilotta, Bilotta Kitchen.

“You Wouldn’t Get on a Plane Without a Pilot!”

“You Wouldn’t Get on a Plane Without a Pilot!”

We recently had a chance to catch up with renowned interior designer Joyce Wirth of Weiss & Wirth Interior Design. Over the years, Joyce has inspired us with her innovative and timeless design, not to mention her incredible words of wisdom.

Q: What is the top mistake that people commonly make in the design process?

A:  “You get what you inspect, not what you expect, always inspect!” Touch and feel every interior finish throughout the selection process.

Q: What is your top tip when it comes to designing a kitchen?

A: “Hire a designer, hire a designer, and hire a designer. One of the biggest reasons to hiring a designer is because they take you through a navigation process; you wouldn’t get on a plane without a pilot or a boat without a captain.  Designers provide a mapped out and process that you are able to move through in a timely and effective manner.  This way the client can enjoy life, skiing, hiking and all the things that this amazing valley has to offer.” 

Q: Why do you choose to shop at Decorative Materials?

A: “When clients have little time to get everything done in all that comes along with building or remodeling a home and want a “hands on” experience, Weiss & Wirth shops with Decorative.  The showroom speaks a hundred words without all the words. The breath of options spans the full spectrum- everything from basic to classic to the most intricate and exotic.  The team at Decorative Materials is extraordinarily helpful and the showroom completely inspires.”

Weiss & Wirth is classic, timeless and high-end design studio. 

Moroccan Magic

If you couldn’t quite seem to fit in that spur of the moment trip to Morocco this season, let our recent Moroccan inspired vignette transport you.

Our interlocking and organically inspired Fez Mosaic in four distinct colors of glass creates a whimsical pattern of its own. Lights bounces and plays across the subtle texture.

Calacatta Gold Marble from Artistic Tile created a neutral backdrop to build from. The floor of Ocean Blue Vein Cut Marble, also provided by Artistic Tile, speaks to the surge of on-trend vein cut material.

Wet Style’s dramatic F Collection vanity in Wenge and Be Collection Sinks bring the vignette to life.

And we all know, tile installation is a crucial component of the finished product! So choose your installer wisely. Thank you to Lambert Tile & Stone, “Dan The Tile Man” Lambert, for making this such a stunning vignette!



'Tinis and Tile

In case you missed it, below is a preview of what was recently unveiled at Decorative Materials Denver!

Artistic Tile’s Cloud Vein Cut custom cut to 6”x24” and installed in a herringbone pattern paired with Ziva Leaves 16”x16” in Bianco Carrara. The icing on the cake is certainly the rectangular integrated sink from Vitraform that appears to effortlessly float!

Decorative Materials new Velvet Porcelain in 16”x32” reflects the latest European trend of large format. Trust us, we’ve recently been there and checked out the latest and greatest! Velvet is available at our Denver warehouse in three shades.

Jerusalem Petite Wave 3”x12” creates dramatic texture with the saw cut and chiseled finish. Petite Wave is also ready for pickup at our Denver warehouse.  

Thanks to everyone who joined us and for those who missed it, be sure to stop by!