Advanced technologies for tile and stone have enabled manufacturing larger-than-ever formats and surprising applications.

Unexpected finishes and subtle high-tech features mark these innovative product offerings.

Bright colors and textures enhance wayfinding and aesthetics in school-friendly flooring.

These items respond to trends in flexible learning environments, outdoor classrooms, and active design.

In the building systems and components category of this year's Record Products contest, winners include controls, HVAC systems, devices, and special equipment.

In the building envelopes category of this year's Record Products contest, winners include claddings, coatings, surfacing, and systems.

In the furnishings category of this year's Record Products contest, winners include contract, residential, indoor, and outdoor furnishings.

In the surfaces category of this year's Record Products contest, winners include walls, ceilings, flooring, and partitions.

In the doors, windows, and hardware category of this year's Record Products contest, winners include options, controls, safety, and integration features.

In the lighting category of this year's Record Products contest, winners include indoor, outdoor, and commercial fixtures, as well as linked systems.