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Altea Ceramics arrives at Florida Design Works Sarasota. Small-format tile with old-world character

Florida Design Works Sarasota now carries Altea Ceramics, a small-format tile line with marble-look and limestone-look ceramic collections.

Find the right bathroom renovation materials near you, from tile & flooring to fixtures & finishes. What to look for in a bathroom showroom?

Discover what luxury interior design means in Florida in 2026, from warm minimalism and natural materials to refined coastal interiors.

Discover the most durable material combinations for high traffic Florida homes, and find out where you can see samples of these materials.

Learn when to choose porcelain vs. natural stone for Florida homes. Compare durability, maintenance, cost, design, and climate performance.

Discover the best coastal backsplash ideas for quartz countertops in Florida homes. Learn which tile materials, colors, & finishes work best.

Learn how designers plan large format tile layouts, avoid common installation issues and choose the right 12×24 tile patterns.

The Jacksonville facility at Florida Design Works is a high-volume natural stone fabrication operation designed for trade professionals.

The tile textures Florida designers and builders are specifying in 2026, from large format porcelain floors to textured travertine walls.

Honed, textured, or polished tile, which finish holds up best in Florida coastal homes? A practical guide for designers and builders.