Ann Sacks

Ann Sacks is a really neat ceramic tile company! I saw an ad for this manufacturer in Interiors & Sources, and upon going to the website, I was greeted with a thought-provoking line on the main page...

"Shouldn't all rooms welcome you? Speak to you? Know you? Shouldn't all rooms be living?"

And it's true... should all rooms send you with a message through finish specification. Whether it be, "holy crap, that is hideous" or "hey baby, let's get it on" or "yeah, I could hang out here for a while". Every room should leave you with a feeling or message, if not, than it lacks the very essence that makes us all unique individuals. We fill in the blanks for rooms and objects that can't necessarily speak for themselves. Our personalities help bring rooms and items to life, and as designers, we need to make sure that the message is received - whether it be through residential or commercial buildings.

Ann Sacks allows for personalization of a room through ceramic tile, stone, glass tile, terra cotta, porcelain, metal, and interestingly enough leather and concrete tile.

The last offering really peaked by interest, and upon further research, I found that this floor is composed of concrete mainly with leather pieces on the finished top.


The pattern above was created by designer Andy Fleishman, Variations 1, offered in a 12" x 12" x 3/4" format. When installed, this pattern can be manipulated with tile placement and various colored grouts. Other patterns are available in a hexagon shape. This designer also uses grout lines to assist in the making of a ornate pattern. This tile comes in 4 finishes - chocolate, creme, grey, and camel. It is quite pricey at $35/sf, which does not include grout or material to install.

It is recommended for indoor applications. Outdoor applications are subject to climate and the method of installation. This is also an Ann Sacks company exclusive. No information was found regarding sustainability or whether recyclable materials are used.