We hit one of the biggest tile fairs in the world to see what’s new, and it goes way beyond the kitchen and bathroom.
Much like how Paris Fashion Week is a major indicator of the apparel and accessory trends to come, Italy’s annual ceramic and porcelain tile fair—Cersaie in Bologna—often sets the tone for what’s going to gain momentum in residential design. After all, the big-ticket items in both new-construction and renovation projects are typically the very rooms where tile is most applied: kitchens and baths. But because of their versatility and eye-catching designs, tiles are increasingly popular in other spaces, from the living room to the backyard.
Just in case you couldn’t make it to the historic, porticoed city for this year’s massive fair, here are some of the trends and products you should know for your next residential projects.
Seeing (and Feeling) Patterns
If clients deem pattern as too busy or gaudy, they may just change their minds when they see one of the biggest trends this year: monochromatic wall tiles with reliefs.
Ceramica Vogue’s Dekorami collection was a standout with three patterns that play on geometry and familiar motifs. Although they have a decidedly contemporary feel, they look at home in any interior regardless of architectural style, from traditional and arts-and-crafts to minimalist. What’s more, Dekorami offers the option of matte or glossy finish.
Another brand excelling in this market is FAP Ceramiche, which introduced two lines that combine pattern with a stone effect; but instead of raised reliefs, they sport a carved appearance. The romantic Flower (from the Lumina Stone series) looks hand-chiseled, yet remains subtle to the eye, while Foliage (from the Nux collection) features a more pronounced leafy composition that shifts in hue within the same color family.
See the full story on Dwell.com: Trend Report: Tile Style
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