Coachella 2016
On October 10, 2016 by armenUpdated 10-17-16 The Coachella Collection has been available going on two years but never in the Price Book. The Coachella Collection in the new price book staring on Page 11 . Below are some of the Concept Boards We came up with . Do you have suggestions? Which ones do you have a project for or
New Conche Studio Ceramic Board
On September 13, 2016 by armenA new Hand Board in the Works We wanted to pour gas on the fire of the popularity of our Conche Shape ( Fan Tile , Conche Tile, Fish Scale Tile) Get on the list. via email or here.
Arto Brick Launches David Shipley Collection in Collaboration with Renowned Los Angeles Artist
On February 1, 2016 by armenFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Arto Brick Launches David Shipley Collection in Collaboration with Renowned Los Angeles Artist Los Angeles, CA, January 30, 2015 — Arto Brick, Southern California-based creators of hand-crafted tiles, brick veneer and pavers for residential, commercial and public applications, announces a unique collaboration with acclaimed local visual artist David Shipley. Since 1966, Arto
Coachella Tile Collection ( update )
On August 31, 2015 by armenThe Coachella Collection Has Been Out for a Couple Months Now but this new display board that our Greg had us build is just incredible . Coachella in Arabesque Pattern 12 This pattern & color-way has the ROMANTIC name of “C” What would you call it?
Roman Concrete Wood Cladding & Tile
On July 9, 2015 by armenavailable now Roman Concrete Wood Cladding looks and feels like Board Formed Concrete. available now! 1 inch Thickness Sizes; 3 1/2 x 24 , 6 x 24, 8 x 24, 3 1/2 x 36, 8 x 36 Popular Colors; Smoke , Sidewalk, Natural Gray, Antik Gray, Charcoal Gray, Early Gray
Hexagon & Diamond Swinging in a Tree
On May 5, 2015 by armenIf you read through this site you know that I( armen ) love the Hexagon. Below is from Our Monrovia Series Monrovia is High Fire Terra Cotta which means it can go almost & is frost resistant. These color are done via the monocottura method.
UL-Certified EPD for North American-Made Ceramic Tile Paves the Way for Points, Credits, and Compliance in Green Construction
On February 8, 2015 by armenUL-Certified EPD for North American-Made Ceramic Tile Paves the Way for Points, Credits, and Compliance in Green Construction FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 10, 2014 The Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for ceramic tile made in North America, certified by sustainability leader UL Environment, is now available for use by architects and specifiers seeking to satisfy
Hexagon Tile not with a Geometric Pattern ( finally )
On February 7, 2015 by armenSaturday February 7th 2015 David Shipley Hexagons ! I was excited to see him Paint ( with ceramic glaze ) on a Hexagon Tile (I love the Hexagon) .I was even happier when I saw that it was not another geometric pattern . Request a quote [email protected] or 310-768-8500 (David welcomes commissions ) Tiles can be used on
Moroccan Tile Made In Los Angeles
On November 17, 2014 by armenThese pics just came in from a customer’s home in La Quinta California. I will be adding descriptions asap
Transitional / between here & there
On March 18, 2014 by armenThese are made the same way as our California Revival Collection via the dry line method which means still hand made. All these patterns come with paint sheets so you can create your own color way. More info here .
3D / Dimensional Tile in Concrete or Ceramic
On March 18, 2014 by armenHave you see me? Stop by factory showroom to to touch & feel me. Or Request a Sample More Info Here
arto custom studio
On December 26, 2013 by armenWhen I am asked how much of our work is custom I say ” imagine us a bakery about 80% of the time we produce Glazed Donuts & 20 % of the time we make wedding cakes “. 20% is a lot but it can be more and with the NEW ECONOMY we think it
Custom Clay Curved Grooved Stairtread
On November 11, 2013 by ARTOWhat to Expect When Choosing ARTO Tile
On April 3, 2013 by ARTOArmen talks about what to expect, packaging and sealing. He also throws in some personal insight. It ARTO right for you? [yframe url=’http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8orFepiBE3A’]
Highlights from ARTO AIA CEU Course at the Factory
On February 15, 2013 by ARTOARTO Tile Studio Launch
On August 14, 2012 by ARTOARTO is proud to introduce his own line of Clay Deco Tiles and Clay Field tiles form the ARTO Tile Studio. The ARTO Tile Studio, in essence, is a Design Studio first and a factory second. We are designers at heart and enjoy making custom pieces for you. We have an extensive catalog of traditional
Low Relief Tile / R&D
On July 8, 2012 by armenHowdy Guys Beto from the Western Quarry factory is working on a project. He produced these wonderful Low Relief Handmade Glazed Tiles. I am not sure what period they are from or what the romantic name is for them but they are good looking. The ones shown are glazed & fired with the Western Quarry
St. Patrick’s Day 2012
On March 16, 2012 by ARTOHappy St Patrick’s Day 2012. What is so important about this day? It is Arto Alajian’s 83rd Birthday. It is the day we incorporated the company. And it is the unofficial start of Spring and the building season. Lastly, we not only are very appreciative of all our clients and distributors, we are very appreciative