Case Studies

Limelight Hospitality rebuilt one of its residence buildings in ski town Ketchum, Idaho, adding safety and design improvements after the structure was destroyed by fire. The modern design includes stunning new tile that elevates the aesthetics and function of the building’s facade and 26 condominiums’ interior spaces. Through a long-standing relationship with the project’s General Contractor, Conrad Brothers Construction, Ben Rivkin, Owner of River Building Group (RBG) was awarded the tile work. Rivkin credits his business success to his team of highly talented craftsmen, hired from as far away as California to join RBG. For the Limelight rebuild, RBG installed tile on the building exterior, in bathrooms for 20 units and one ultra high-end kitchen.

Nearly 8,000 soldiers and their families live at Fort Wainwright adjacent to Fairbanks, Alaska. As the Fort grew, so did the demand for high-quality indoor recreation spaces. This led to the construction of two state-of-the-art facilities, the Aquatic Center and the Community Center. Commercial Contractors Inc. (CCI) was selected to handle the extensive flooring installations for both facilities. Designers chose porcelain tile for the nine lane pool, splash pad and zero depth / water play pool, locker rooms and the many bathrooms in the new facilities. LVP and carpet tiles were used for concession and high-traffic common areas. With 35,000 square feet of complex porcelain tile designs, nearly 5000 square feet of LVP and 500 square feet of plank carpet tiles all installed in just six months, this project showcases CCI’s expertise in handling large-scale, high-performance flooring projects in the challenging Alaskan climate.

Mill Creek Carpet & Tile seized the opportunity to consolidate its Oklahoma City showroom and warehouse into a single upgraded location. The transformation of a fast-track warehouse building into their high-end design studio and functional warehouse stayed within the Mill Creek family. Josh and Thomas Owens with the Mill Creek Commercial flooring division worked together with some of their lead installation crews to expedite the installation of the 25,000 square foot retail showroom floor. Guided by the same professional expertise they offer their customers, the team ensured every step of the process was completed with precision and care.

A new French villa style home in Bend, Oregon became the ideal setting for a stunning outdoor pool and spa, complete with a custom honey bee mosaic. For the pool and spa tile installation, the homeowners chose Joppe Aguirre of Cascadia Tile Company LLC, who came highly recommended by their home designer.

Even within the busy hospital environment, the Memorial Hospital Miramar’s flooring renovation proceeded seamlessly, thanks to FlorTech's expertise and the labor-saving benefits of TEC and Parabond installation products from H.B. Fuller. The project not only exceeded expectations for the aesthetics but also delivered on-time, on-budget results –showcasing the tangible impact of strategic partnerships and innovative solutions.

The City of San Antonio's Department of Arts & Culture and the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) have joined forces to enhance the university campus with captivating public art installations. "Discovery Enterprise" is the stunning new tile mural recently installed to wrap the corner of UTSA's new San Pedro I buildin

Given its compressed renovation timetable, Grand Traverse Resort and Spa sought the expertise of local partners to meet construction goals. Welch Tile and Marble, a trusted company from near Grand Rapids, was selected for its outstanding reputation and its innovative new time-saving prefabricated shower system, Welch Tile Solutions (WTS). The patented system proved instrumental in delivering the 242 beautiful new guest bathrooms on schedule and within budget, aligning perfectly with the resort’s focus on quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.

When Danny Fulton, owner of Fulton Tile and Stone in Evansville, Indiana, needed to find the perfect product to adhere gauged porcelain tile panels to the exterior of Big Rivers Electric’s new corporate headquarters, he knew who to call – his contacts at H.B. Fuller.

It doesn’t get much more high-profile than this. Southern Methodist University (SMU) planned to renovate its Meadows School of the Arts—a sprawling connection of rooms and buildings, including a center for the visual arts with studios, classrooms, a performing arts center and an outdoor plaza and courtyard. The most dramatic addition was a remodel of the east entry into a stunning, modern multi-story atrium with a lighted ceiling, expansive windows and grand pillars. 

DaVita reimagined its corporate headquarters lobby in Denver with clean sleek lines and bright, open space. Special features include two-story columns, a fireplace, open seating, a dramatic metal art curtain and a bistro. It offers an inviting, yet professional ambiance for visitors from across the U.S. and around the globe.

Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels (GPTP) continue to grow in popularity. They provide a sleek, modern look that appeals to designers, architects and owners. For tile contractors, these projects can be a great way to grow business. However, experienced GPTP installers have learned to carefully consider all aspects of the installation to complete the project successfully.