Trends at this year's largest tile and natural-stone trade show in North America included organic minimalism, highly textured surfaces, and artistic graphics.
Notable exhibitions include shows on bird-friendly buildings and low-carbon design from Studio Gang and MVRDV, respectively, and a survey of the bold architecture embraced by now-defunct retailer, Best Products.
The redesign of the Noe Valley apartment emphasizes functionality with a material palette that draws on inspiration from Northern California's forests.