The story of a practical, functional textile material from banana fibers
QWSTION was founded in Switzerland in 2008 with the aim to challenge conventional ways of designing, making and using bags […]
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Materials & Surfaces
Here, you'll find a carefully curated collection of articles exploring the materials and finishes that define contemporary design landscapes. From the timeless allure of natural stone to cutting-edge sustainable innovations and smart surfaces, this section is your gateway to understanding the creative and technical possibilities that materials offer.
THINk ZERO – looking forward to carbon-neutral ceramic surfaces
Lea Ceramiche explains how the brand and all its owning Group are transitioning to more and more sustainable manufacturing, revolutionizing […]
Antolini’s Cristallo Vitrum “WOW” looks like a sheet of glacial ice
Italian stone manufacturer Antolini has prepared something cooling as we slowly edge ourselves into the summer. Okay, maybe “cooling” is […]
Iris Ceramica Group unveils ‘POESIS MATERIAE’ at Milan Design Week 2024
Milan Design Week returns from April 15th to 21st, once again transforming the city into a vibrant canvas of design […]
Marazzi’s ceramic collections embrace the allure of handcrafted artistry
Founded in 1935 in the heart of Sassuolo, the world capital of ceramics, Marazzi stands as a testament to the […]
Ceramics and wallcoverings collide in the phygital world of Mimesi
Located on Corso Garibaldi, in the heart of the Brera Design District, the Mimesi installation brings together two iconic Italian […]
Plate: Embracing urban elegance with Ceramiche Keope’s metal-inspired series
Since 1995, Italian brand Ceramiche Keope has specialised in crafting porcelain stoneware floor and wall surfaces. Its ethos revolves around […]
From the purest lava stone to refined collection of tiles and furnishings
In the realm of natural materials, lava stone remains a path less traveled. At the forefront of exploring this terrain […]
What is the significance of “sustainable” within the context of design?
“Designers must understand that objects must be designed to be repaired and anticipate the end-of-life process. The material assumes a […]
Sustainable elegance: inside the eco-active design of ICG Gallery Berlin
Today, what sets an avant-garde brand apart from a conventional one? ICG Gallery Berlin, the latest venture by Iris Ceramica […]
Have you ever dreamed of being surrounded by a forest and its landscape?
Breathing the forest next door. The Japanese designer Yuma Kano, known for his experimental approach and prototyping-oriented process, is introducing […]
Seastex: rediscovering mussel beards for performative applications
Have you ever enjoyed a plate of mussels but were bothered by their ‘beard’? Well, the annoying plastic-like filament is […]
