DDS - Tile and Stone
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Design and Direct Source provides tile and stone for commercial projects worldwide. Started by Ann Sacks in 2005. Acquired by Materials Marketing 2016.
Portland, OR
Joined June 2010
Color reads differently in glass. Province Sheer launches with 44 colors in sets of three coordinating shades, from jewel brights to soft neutrals. Stocked in the U.S. for quick-ship.
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We love seeing Cathie Hong Interiors featured in HGTV Magazine’s Fall issue with this warm, minimalist renovation in San Jose. DDS supplied Umi Kyokai in Frost + Cotton Glossy for a crisp, tonal bath finish. Photography by @margaretaustin_photo
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Why custom tile? It’s one of the few surfaces that can stay true to the concept while meeting hospitality realities: budget, lead time, and heavy-use performance. DDS sources the right factory and aligns the materials to deliver the look.
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Handmade in Spain from traditional terracotta and stained with rich pigments—not glaze—Miro Terra Tintura brings authentic warmth, depth, and story to boutique hospitality spaces. Fired using almond shell biomass for a naturally crafted finish.
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Attenui Stilo pairs Italian hand-drawn graphic design with large-format porcelain performance. Calm and cohesive from a distance, richly detailed up close—commercial-ready and accessibly priced.
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At The Chelsea Theater in Las Vegas, DDS supported a commercial-scale staircase installation using a brick-inspired glazed surface with natural variation—delivering durability, visual impact, and cost control for a luxury environment built to perform.
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Custom geometric marble floors define the staircase & lobby of this 1909 San Francisco landmark, blending historic character with durability designed for modern hospitality.
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Umi Sumasshu showcases traditional Japanese glazework—translucent, textured, and mottled finishes layered on a durable porcelain body. A balance of surface expression and precision, designed for architectural wall applications.
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Rooted in centuries of ceramic tradition, our Japanese tile collections balance precision and expression. Sculpted reliefs and speckled glazes create architectural surfaces tuned to light, space, and long-term performance—indoors or out.
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The guest baths at Hotel Chalet in Chattanooga pair Oct & Dot Bianco Esterno marble floors with Ming Green and Yellow honed stone—subtle color inspired by the property’s European romanticism, custom-fabricated for this multi-key hospitality project. Photos by Matthew Kisiday
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District Beam delivers end-grain warmth with commercial-grade strength. Scratch-resistant, moisture-ready porcelain that looks like wood—without the upkeep. Ideal for high-traffic hospitality + retail environments.
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DDS brought the color to Puttshack Louisville. Ravenna Mare crackle-glaze reds hit the bar front in bold herringbone and stack into vibrant stripes along the expo line. Copper State Unglazed Porcelain anchors the restrooms with high-traffic durability and slip resistance.
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Raw volcanic basalt, fluted into powerful curvature. Hand-applied glaze settles into each concave ridge, creating rugged shadow, tonal depth, and natural variation. Magellan Fire Stone Concave delivers a bold, sculptural presence for hospitality and commercial feature walls.
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As the holiday week arrives, we’re grateful for the relationships that make our work possible. Wishing you a warm and restful Thanksgiving. Our offices will be closed Thu, Nov 27 through the weekend and will resume normal hours on Mon, Dec 1. —— #thanksgiving2025 #tileinspo
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Unusual marbled movement, sunken glaze, and eight bold-to-subtle colorways—the Isla Planemo Collection brings striking depth to walls and anti-slip performance to floors. Explore Planemo's dazzling swirls for a truly dynamic effect.
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Cozy layers at the Grange Estate in Dundee Hills—Franco Terra Patina terracotta floors and Santos Heritage Field in Pewter + Celadon Glossy create warm, light-filled corners throughout the residence.
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Grand in scale. Luminous in detail. The Maurizio Ballroom collection brings the depth and drama of marble to porcelain. Crafted for hospitality, luxury interiors, and beyond. #PorcelainTile #MarbleLookTile #HospitalityDesign
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The Bristol Granada Collection is a zellige-inspired ceramic tile in ten refined shades. Its undulated surface, imperfect edges, and rich glaze movement bring handcrafted depth and a glossy finish to interior walls.
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The Onda Series expands with new dimensional forms—four sculptural reliefs that create rhythm through light and shadow. Equator, Sonata, Roundel, and Amplio each bring tactile depth and refined balance to walls, lobbies, and spa-like interiors.
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