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Emerging trends in the European kitchen furniture market

Manufacturing concentration process is advancing, pushing exports to 26% of sales. Ceramic slabs account for 9% of top surfaces. Better economic situation in high-end kitchens.

From building claddings to furnishing accessories

Thanks to advanced production technologies and intrinsic qualities such as strength and non-absorbency, Italian ceramic products have expanded into high-value, fast-growing niches within the furniture sector and are now used to clad countertops, cupboards, tables and even doors

Ceramics take centre stage at the ADI Design Museum

The exhibition Design di Filiera marked the culmination of a decade of theoretical and methodological research into the role of design in supply chains conducted by the Industrial Design Association ADI. Focusing specifically on the ceramics supply chain, the exhibition was also an opportunity to celebrate ten years of the ADI Ceramics & Bathroom Design Award

The new identity of majolica

A discussion between industry professionals held at Cersaie 2024 revealed how traditional handmade majolica is taking on a key role in contemporary architectural and interior design projects

Architecture as landscape

The projects carried out by international architecture and design firm Snøhetta – ranging from small shelters to large institutional buildings, from graphic design to product design – have always prioritised sustainability, innovation and a focus on the community while adopting an interdisciplinary, social and landscape-oriented approach

New life for construction and demolition waste

An industry-wide project to transform waste into resources and promote the principles of the circular economy

Italian ceramics make a major contribution to multifunctionality and urban regeneration

Social and environmental transformations require interventions that involve all stages of architecture and interior design, from conception through to material sourcing

Ceramics of Italy returns to BDNY

From November 10 to 11, twenty-five prestigious Italian ceramic brands will participate at the BDNY (Boutique Design New York) trade fair, held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York

Real estate recovery expected across several markets

The large commercial real estate market is expanding, while logistics remains stable and offices and retail are experiencing a contraction

Porcelain Concepts focuses on large formats and logistics

Carlos Avila, the General Manager of the Florida-based distributor, weighs in on the biggest takeaways from Cersaie 2024 and the latest advancements in Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels