ANN SACKS

What ANN SACKS does

Ann Sacks is a US-based luxury tile and stone brand founded in 1981 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of Kohler Co. The company curates and retails a broad assortment of surface materials, including handmade and manufactured ceramic tiles, natural stone tiles, porcelain, concrete, glass, and terracotta products, alongside premium stone slabs (marble, quartzite, travertine) and adjacent luxury furnishings such as stone vanities, stone bathtubs, and stone fireplaces. Its product portfolio is differentiated by an in-house MADE by Ann Sacks handmade ceramic line and by exclusive designer collaborations with Studio McGee, Kelly Wearstler, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Andy Fleishman, and Nada Debs, including a sustainable collection produced with Kohler WasteLAB from manufacturing waste.

The business operates a relationship-driven, sales-led go-to-market anchored by a Trade Program for interior designers and architects that provides preferential pricing, complimentary samples, and dedicated specification support. Distribution is hybrid: four company-owned slab galleries and showrooms in Charlotte, Dallas, Long Island City, and Nashville; an e-commerce storefront hosted at annsacks.kohler.com; an authorized dealer network; and a Commercial Projects division serving hospitality and retail clients. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with a stated accessible tier of tiles under $25/SF alongside premium handmade and designer-led lines. Marketing combines designer co-branded collections, an editorial blog (The Insider, Project Profiles), email newsletters, showroom appointments, and major industry trade events such as KBIS. Revenue mechanics are one-time product sales supplemented by professional design services and trade-program engagement. No revenue, headcount detail, or independent financial statements are disclosed in the source material; the company does not appear to have raised external funding, consistent with its position as a private subsidiary within the Kohler Co. conglomerate.

Name

ANN SACKS

Legal name

Ann Sacks

Website

https://annsacks.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Ann Sacks is a US luxury tile and stone brand and wholly owned Kohler Co. subsidiary that curates ceramic, stone, porcelain, and slab assortments for luxury residential and commercial interiors, primarily specified through interior designers via showrooms, e-commerce, and a trade program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Tile and Stone

NAICS

Other Building Material Dealers (444180), Pottery, Ceramics, and Plumbing Fixture Manufacturing (327110), Other Building Material Dealers (44418)

SIC

Cut Stone & Stone Products (3281), Pottery & Related Products (3260), Miscellaneous Furniture & Fixtures (2590)

akta.pro primary industry

Tile & Stone Specialty Retail (CRAIAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Kitchen & Bath Surfaces (Backsplash, Wall Panels, Specialty Tile) Showrooms (CRAIAFAJ)

Keywords

• Luxury tile products
• Natural stone slabs
• Designer tile collections
• Bathroom stone fixtures
• Interior surface materials

Headquarters

HQ city

Portland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tile and Stone Product Sales: Revenue generated from the sale of luxury ceramic tiles, stone slabs, porcelain, glass, concrete, and terracotta products. Products are sold through company showrooms, authorized dealers, and e-commerce. Pricing is quote-based with complimentary sample services for trade members.
2. Design Services: Professional design consultation services offered to customers through design services team for personalized project support.
3. Trade Program Membership: Trade program for designers providing exclusive access to premium materials, samples, and specialized services for interior designers and architects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ANN SACKS designs, sources, and sells a curated assortment of luxury tile and stone products, including handmade ceramic tiles (MADE by Ann Sacks), natural stone tiles and slabs (marble, quartzite, travertine, porcelain), concrete, glass, and terracotta tiles, along with stone bathroom vanities, bathtubs, and fireplaces. The company distributes these products through company-owned showrooms, an e-commerce site, authorized dealers, and a Trade Program for designers, supported by professional design and slab gallery services.

Product overview

Ann Sacks is a luxury tile and stone brand under Kohler Co., offering a comprehensive portfolio of surface materials for inspired interiors. The product line spans multiple categories including ceramic, stone, porcelain, concrete, glass, and terracotta tiles, along with premium stone slabs (marble, quartzite, travertine) and bathroom/home furnishings (stone vanities, bathtubs, fireplaces). Collections include MADE Modern, Savoy, Context, designer collaborations with Studio McGee (Canyon Lake, Primrose Park, Ashton Meadows), Kelly Wearstler, Andy Fleishman, and Martyn Lawrence Bullard, as well as the sustainable Kohler WasteLAB line and exclusive MADE by Ann Sacks handmade tiles. The company operates through physical showrooms, an e-commerce platform, trade programs for designers, and provides design services for residential and commercial projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ceramic Tile Handmade and manufactured ceramic tiles sold across various colors, finishes, and formats for walls, floors, backsplashes, showers, and outdoor applications in residential and commercial projects.
• Stone Tile Natural stone tiles sourced globally, including varieties from around the world for interior walls, floors, and feature applications in residential and commercial projects.
• Porcelain Tile Durable porcelain tile products for various residential and commercial applications, including Italian-made options with bold texture and sculptural depth for vertical surfaces.
• Concrete Tile Contemporary concrete tile products for modern interior design applications, including walls and floors in residential and commercial projects.
• Glass Tile Glass tile products for decorative and functional applications, including backsplashes, shower walls, and feature walls in residential and commercial projects.
• Terracotta Tile Terracotta tile products, including the Primrose Park by Studio McGee collection, for residential and commercial interior applications.
• Stone Slabs (Marble, Quartzite, Travertine) Premium stone slabs (marble, quartzite, travertine, porcelain) sourced globally, viewed and selected at slab galleries, specified for luxury countertops, surfaces, and feature applications.
• Stone Vanities Luxury stone bathroom vanities designed for high-end residential bathroom projects, complementing the brand's tile and slab offerings.
• Stone Bathtubs Luxury stone bathtubs sold as part of ANN SACKS bathroom fixture offerings for high-end residential bathroom projects.
• Stone Fireplaces Designer stone fireplaces, including the STRIKE fireplace collection, as part of ANN SACKS home furnishings offerings.
• Home Accessories Curated home accessories designed to complement ANN SACKS tile and stone offerings in luxury residential interiors.
• MADE by Ann Sacks (Handmade Ceramic Tile Line) Exclusive handmade ceramic tile line produced by ANN SACKS emphasizing artisanal craftsmanship, unique design, and customizable options for luxury interiors.
• Kohler WasteLAB Sustainable Tile Collection Sustainable tile collection, including the Transcendence line with designer Nada Debs, produced from Kohler manufacturing waste via the Kohler WasteLAB process for environmentally-conscious luxury interiors.
• ANN SACKS Trade Program Membership-based Trade Program for interior designers and architects providing exclusive access to premium materials, complimentary samples, specialized services, and preferential pricing for project specification.
• Design Services Professional design consultation services provided by the ANN SACKS design services team, supporting customers and trade clients with personalized project planning and material selection.
• Showroom and Slab Gallery Services Personalized in-person and virtual showroom appointments, including slab gallery access, sample library usage, and layout planning support across ANN SACKS showrooms.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Studio McGeecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudio McGee is a key design partner for Ann Sacks, creating exclusive tile collections including Canyon Lake, Ashton Meadows, and Primrose Park. These collections feature woven fabric inspiration, artisan details, and artful patterning designed for everyday living.
• Kelly WearstlerflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerRenowned designer Kelly Wearstler collaborates with Ann Sacks on exclusive tile collections, bringing her distinctive design sensibility to luxury tile products.
• Martyn Lawrence BullardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInterior designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard creates exclusive tile collections for Ann Sacks, adding his signature bold and glamorous style to the product portfolio.
• Andy FleishmancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDesigner Andy Fleishman collaborates with Ann Sacks on exclusive tile collections, bringing his modern aesthetic to luxury surfaces.
• Nada DebscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLebanese designer Nada Debs collaborated with Kohler WasteLAB on the Transcendence collection, creating tiles inspired by Lebanese architecture with tactile and geometric qualities, made from manufacturing waste materials.
• Kohler Co.flagshipOthersAnn Sacks is a subsidiary brand of Kohler Co., presented alongside other Kohler brands including Kallista, Robern, Klafs, and Sterling at KBIS 2025. Benefits from Kohler's manufacturing capabilities, sustainability initiatives (WasteLAB), and distribution network.
• Kohler WasteLABcoreTechnology or IntegrationKohler WasteLAB transforms manufacturing waste into new products. Ann Sacks participates through collections like Transcendence, creating sustainable tile products from waste materials, aligning with Kohler's sustainability mission.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• MSI (M S International): MSI is a much larger, broadly distributed building products distributor offering premium tile, natural quartz, and stone lines; it competes with Ann Sacks in the premium tier while also serving mid-market and builder channels.
• Caesarstone: Caesarstone is a global engineered quartz and porcelain surface manufacturer with a premium go-to-market overlapping with Ann Sacks' luxury slab business, especially in kitchen/bath countertop applications.
• Cambria: Cambria is a US-based natural and engineered quartz surface producer competing in the premium countertop/slab segment where Ann Sacks sells marble, quartzite, and travertine slabs.
• Daltile: Daltile is the largest US tile manufacturer and retailer with broad mass-market and premium tile/stone lines; an incumbent whose premium collections overlap with Ann Sacks' higher-end ceramic and stone tile assortments.

Direct peers

• Sonoma Tilemakers: Sonoma Tilemakers is a US-based designer and manufacturer of premium decorative and architectural ceramic tile selling through showrooms and designers; comparable in segment, customer base, and designer-collaboration model.
• Artistic Tile: Artistic Tile operates a luxury tile and stone showroom business with proprietary and curated collections targeting interior designers, architects, and high-end residential customers via slab galleries and bespoke services.
• Walker Zanger: Walker Zanger is one of the closest direct competitors to Ann Sacks: a luxury tile and stone retailer offering curated ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone collections through designer showrooms and trade programs in the US.
• ABC Worldwide Stone: ABC is a leading importer and wholesaler of luxury natural stone slabs and tiles serving architects, designers, and developers; directly comparable to Ann Sacks' slab gallery and stone sourcing business.
• Terrazzo & Marble Supply Companies: Terrazzo & Marble distributes premium natural stone, tile, and terrazzo products to architects and designers across major US markets, overlapping directly with Ann Sacks' trade-focused stone and tile offering.

Emerging players

• Clé Tile: Clé is a design-forward artisanal tile brand offering handmade cement, ceramic, and zellige tiles through e-commerce and trade showrooms; a smaller, design-led peer competing with Ann Sacks' MADE by Ann Sacks handmade tile offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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