Fractured Earth Blog

One of the beautiful lines we carry,Landmark Metalcoat, has lowered their prices!!!! I don’t mean .50 cents or a dollar….many of their items have gone down in the 5 dollar range…its amazing!!! They were able to streamline  their facility, cut alot of overhead and bring down prices! If you are not familiar with this line, it is a metal coated resin featuring decos, liners, mosaics, sinks and even toilets. They use a patented cold-spray process using 95% real metal on each piece of tile. It is gorgeous, with finishes like copper, nickel, bronze, stainless steel and brass. Come visit our showroom to take a look and get a quote!

If you went to the ASID Awards last saturday I think you will agree with me…what fun that was and the food delish! Our own Elizabeth Miller was awarded Industry Leader of the year! I have to say I was pretty teary, she even got a standing ovation. It was amazing! Thank you to the wonderful ASID members who gave her this honor and Congratulations to all the winners, all the designs that were submitted were beautiful! Thanks to Elizabeth Spengler and team for making the Event at the Desert Museum so successful and everyone in their animal sheik attire was so fun and creative! I have to say Michelle Carnes Peacockwear was my favorite!

Thanks to all of you who helped make 2010 a great year.   We truly appreciate all you do.  Here’s to an even busier and better 2011 for all of us!

 In keeping with the success of both Fractured Earth and you, we are introducing a few new lines to our collection. Along with the Market Collection from Sonoma which we mentioned in the previous blog we are also introducing Mission Tile West. Mission Tile West specializes in fine handcrafted ceramics and terra cottas, with Mexican Colonial, Hacienda, and Spanish Revival influences. Created in the United States, Mission Tile West’s terra cotta is handmade and high fired. Their ceramics, made from the highest quality materials, combine geometric simplicity with vibrant unique colors and beautiful decorative pieces sure to complement any interior.

The 2011 ASID awards, “Desert by Design” event is quickly approaching. We are always so impressed by the amount of effort and preparation that is put into each ASID event that we can’t imagine what they have in store for us this year.  We can’t wait to see everyone in their animal chic attire! This year’s awards will be held at the Desert Museum on January 15^th at 4pm. If you are interested in joining us for lots of fun and great food please contact Elizabeth at Dorado Designs. Happy New Year!

Isn’t it time to remodel that bathroom or kitchen? Let’s embrace the New Year with new beginnings and what better place to start than your home. Remodeling is a great way to rejuvenate, improve energy efficiency, and increase the value of your home.  The possibilities are endless with our unique and timeless materials.

Fractured Earth has a new addition to its showroom! In January 2011 we will be introducing The Market Collection from Sonoma Tilemakers. For those of you who aren’t familiar with The Market Collection from Sonoma, this line has a variety of different products ranging from natural stone and metal coated ceramics to beautiful glass and handmade ceramics. With its unique  and extensive color pallet the market collection graces any space with versatile design options.

Sonoma’s Market Collection not only encompasses timeless beauty in their distinctive glazes and handcrafted glass but also makes a conscious effort to respect the environment in many aspects of their production process. Over 35 colors and finishes are comprised of natural minerals.  All of their glazes are a 100% lead free and nontoxic, and the Vihara collection includes 70% post consumer recycled glass. How’s that for going “green”!

Fractured Earth announces new hours of operation, to better serve you we are extending our hours Monday thru Friday 7:30am -5:00pm  and yes we will even come in on Saturdays by appointment only. 

We would like to give special thanks to all the NARI members who participated in the Junior League of Tucson  C.A.R.E.S (Creating Appropriate Residences for Every Senior) Program. We really enjoyed being apart of this wonderful event. We spent the day pitching in to improve the safety and living conditions of some elderly residents in the community. It feels good to give back,  especially when we have so much to be thankful for. 

Fractured Earth Presents Tabarka Studio! When you get a chance please stop in and check out our new line Tabarka. For those of you who aren’t familiar with this line, Tabarka is handcrafted glazed terra cotta made in America. Its reminiscent of Spanish and Mexican colonial hacienda with beautiful patterns and colorways. Its a must see, you will love it!