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Terrazzo vs. Polished Concrete

Provided by: National Terrazzo & Mosaic Association (NTMA) Written by: Peter J. Arsenault, FAIA

New Mid-century-style Hotel with Terrazzo Walls and Floors

When the Fairlane Hotel opened in March 2018, it had been one of over 25 Nashville hotels under construction. The building’s midcentury architecture set the…

Terrazzo Design Forming Connections of Learners to the Environment

At Walnut Grove Elementary school in central Indiana, simply walking through the halls becomes part of the learning experience, thanks to creative use of terrazzo…

Five Tips on Value Engineering Terrazzo Flooring into Your Construction Budget

Commercial flooring is a significant undertaking and represents a considerable chunk of the construction budget. It has to look good and perform well long term….

Chicago Community Center renovation with a Gradient Sky

Monarchs, buckeye butterflies, and chimney swifts welcome visitors to Chicago’s Franklin Park Community center. The lively, playful space reflects the natural elements found in the…

With award-winning, accessible public art installations

“Public art is a chance to recognize the value and power of spaces.” Such is the credo of Teresa Cox, a visual artist who has…

Does Your Floor Need One?

You’ve chosen your colors and aggregate blend for your terrazzo project; one critical decision remains: the finish. Whether you are looking for a high-gloss floor,…

Pittsburgh boasts impressive rustic terrazzo installations.

“We have some exquisite and extraordinary patterns,” said Mike Toole, third-generation owner of Allegheny Installations, one of two National Terrazzo & Mosaic Association member contractors…

Expanding the limits of design & quality and significantly reducing time & labor

Terrazzo artisans have a range of options to transfer a design to the floor. Some not only expedite and simplify the process—for cost savings—but can…

Phoenix Sky Train Station Public Art a Tribute in Terrazzo To Indigenous Peoples & Sonoran Desert

With the help of the city’s public art program, the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is using the unique qualities of terrazzo to enhance the…

Vienna Restaurant interior raises a toast to Hans Hollein

When Vienna’s Tuya Restaurant & Lounge was completed in 2019 following an extensive remodel, the design intent was to conserve and complement the original interior…

Terrazzo Selected for Chicago Midway International Expansion

When Chicago’s Midway International Airport undertook its most extensive upgrade in 20 years, terrazzo was considered to be a “vital component.”