Behind the Tiles.... A a little bit about Desire Tile and some inspiration too!
B E S POK E H A N D M A D E CEMENT & TERRAZZO T I L E
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BEHIND THE TILE Desire's founder Kirsten Carabin followed the tiles from Europe to their manufacturing birthplace in Vietnam. Kirsten had no international business experience but bought her passion to preserve and elevate the art of cement tile. First, she convinced the Vietnamese government to allow her to work in their cement tile factory to learn the trade. She worked for months in the factory, alongside her soon to be core team, producing and improving the tiles until the factory was shut down. Next, undeterred Kirsten built a new factory, which shockingly was stolen by the unscrupulous expat factory manager. Determined, with the help of her team of artisans, now friends, led by the beautiful and talented Le Hang, they rebuilt. At Desire we are proud to produce the highest quality, most innovative cement and terrazzo tiles in the world. We offer trailblazing stock collections and full custom capabilities! The addition of our signature gemstone or marble inlay, carefully placed by hand, in the exposed cement background, takes classic cement tile in a fashion forward direction. Pioneering innovations, while continuing to honor the artistry of handmade cement tile, Desire has elevated cement tile from a craft product to a cherished work of functional art. Since it debut, Desire has been recognized as a designer's dream supplying one-of-a- kind tiles, founded in durability at unprecedented pricing. Recently, Desire has implemented state of the art IT systems to ensure we continue to exceed all your expectations.
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Unburdened by limitations and free from constraints. Our bespoke cement is a collaboration between the patron and our artists. An experience without compromise. Every element of your tile is carefully planned and refined to bring your vision to life.
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For those who value rarity...
01 IMAGINE...
6 BESPOKE cement tile is hand-made exclusively for you. It is an extraordinary collaboration between patron and artisan, resulting in a truly singular creation. 02 COLLOBORATE WITH OUR ARTISTS Conception of your tile begins with a single line on paper. From this, we design your masterpiece free from limitations. Your vision will be realized without compromise. Only Desire is capable of fulfilling such an ambitious goal. Our 15+ year legacy of elevating cement tile will ensure success. 03 YOUR VISION BOUGHT TO LIFE In 4 weeks you will receive a sample. Upon approval, in 14-16 weeks you will receive your one-of-kind handmade tile-the ultimate luxury. 04 COST It's simple, add 10% to the base price of the tile. Under 65 sf add additional 8% to tile base price. Add on will be after trade discount is applied to suggested retail price. In addition, bespoke designs will incur a template fee of $385 per design and $635 per new shape, if new shape is required.
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Credit HUMAN BUILDING
In collaboration with Don B. McDonald Architects, Desire created the cement tile designs used to embellish the base of each of the brick columns of the $100M Credit Human Building.
BUDGET FRIENDLY
PEARL COMPLEX OUTSIDE BATHROOMS
San Antonio, Texas
PEARL COMPLEX OUTSIDE BATHROOMS San Antonio, Texas Our MERRIMENT tile features Desire's signature pearl gemstone inlay against a solid cement background. For texture various sizes of pear are combined in a single tile. Every tile is made by 100% by hand by our artisans.
CPS CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
At the request of Corgan Architecture, Desire created CPS's corporate logo in cement tile and developed colors to be an exact corporate color match. The tiles were used to embellish the CPS headquarters new $100m in San Antonio, Texas.
Possibilities are endless.......
BESPOKE commission-CUSTOM DESIGN Heritage 8" handmade cement brick and square in chamois, pashmina, and blanc.
DESIRE DESIGN | 2023
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BESPOKE commission- CUSTOM DESIGN Heritage 8" handmade cement square in Danube, chamois, pashmina, and blanc.
DESIRE DESIGN | 2023
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Native SPIRIT COLLECTION
This collection is designed by the renowned interior designer and Austin native, Cami Wright. Cami was inspired by her ranching roots remembering the faded bandanas wound around every cowboy's neck and the colorful serape blankets on which they sat. See her entire collection at DESIRETILECO.COM
PEARL COMPLEX OUTSIDE BATHROOMS
San Antonio, Texas
PEARL COMPLEX OUTSIDE BATHROOMS San Antonio, Texas ROMANTICA sugared ICONS Collection inspired by Dior- Sparklers 8" gemstone terrazzo square featuring luxury and sugared pearl inlay in Danube. 2.25 pcs.sf | 12 pcs.bx | 5.33 sf.bx | .63 inch thick
THE CELLARS
San Antonio, Texas
THE CELLARS San Antonio, Texas BESPOKE commission-CUSTOM DESIGN Heritage 8" handmade cement in obsidian and blanc.
Evolution of cement tile handmade BESPOKE COMMSSION design know as "BUDDY" salsa is now available at Desire Tile. The design is part of the NECESSITE Collection, Tier 1 and is a budget friendly alternative.
EMMA HOTEL POOL DECK San Antonio, Texas CUSTOM SHAPE developed for the EMMA HOTEL now available for sale at Desire Tile. The shape pair known as "exhilaration and thrill" is a 10" handmade cement tile from Desire's HERITAGE Collection. The shape can be made in any color or aggregate.
PEARL COMPLEX OUTSIDE BATHROOMS San Antonio, Texas CUSTOM classic LEGACY pattern was recreated by Desire for a ranch installation in South Texas.
SPLENDOR jade NECESSITE Collection, Tier 2 -Heritage8" square with obsidian, Newport, sandalwood, ash and jade. This classic pattern is a budget friendly solution.
PEARL COMPLEX OUTSIDE BATHROOMS
San Antonio, Texas
FELIZ heaven ICONS Collection inspired by Dior-Sparklers 8" gemstone terrazzo square featuring twinkle pearl inlay with Azul, Aubusson, coastal and air cement.
Desire Tile was commissioned to develop the PROMENADE COLLECTION of cement and terrazzo to be sold exclusively at WATERWORKS stores. See entire collection at PROMENADE Tiles. Desire Tile was charged with developing a collection which combined modern and traditional patterns with a unique palette to be eco-friendly, durable and beautiful.
Desire Tile from the WATERWORK's PROMENADE COLLECTION was used in this award-winning kitchen from designer Alison Kandler featured in Architectual Digest.
DESIRE DESIGN | 2023
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Logos INCARNATE WORD
In collaboration with Morman Mok Architecture, Desire Tiles created original cement tile designs incorporating Catholic symbology and logos for the university.
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The Desire Group KIRSTEN CARABIN kcarabin@thedesiregroup.com 210.798.2288 210.859.8600 cell
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