GALLERY | A Glimpse Inside the Tile of Spain Pavilion at Coverings 2025
This week, chief content director Robert Nieminen is back semi-near his old stomping grounds... [Editor's note: Chief editor checks map distance because geography is not our strong suit.] Well, he's in Orlando, FL, at any rate, immersed in all the latest tile and stone offerings on display at Coverings 2025 (April 29–May 2).
One of his stops on the first day was the Tile of Spain Pavilion, which brings around 80 showcase brands that are part of the established Spanish tile industry to U.S. soil for their 35th appearance. Click through the gallery to get the highlights with Robert's "reporter's notebook" insights.
About the Author
Robert Nieminen
Chief Content Director
Chief Content Director, Architectural Products, BUILDINGS, and interiors+sources
Robert Nieminen is the Chief Content Director of three leading B2B publications serving the commercial architecture and design industries: Architectural Products, BUILDINGS, and interiors+sources. With a career rooted in editorial excellence and a passion for storytelling, Robert oversees a diverse content portfolio that spans award-winning feature articles, strategic podcast programming, and digital media initiatives aimed at empowering design professionals, facility managers, and commercial building stakeholders.
He is the host of the I Hear Design podcast and curates the Smart Buildings Technology Report, bringing thought leadership to the forefront of innovation in built environments. Robert leads editorial and creative direction for multiple industry award programs—including the Elev8 Design Awards and Product Innovation Awards—and is a recognized voice in sustainability, smart technology integration, and forward-thinking design.
Known for his sharp editorial vision and data-informed strategies, Robert focuses on audience growth, engagement, and content monetization, leveraging AI tools and SEO-driven insights to future-proof B2B publishing.