Finishing Touches: The Art of Luxury Surfaces
In this inaugural edition, THECORE explores the cutting-edge innovations and artistic expressions that define luxury surfaces in contemporary architecture and interior design. From natural stone to high-performance porcelain, each project and collection featured in this issue reflects the intersection of timeless beauty and modern craftsmanship.
Interceramic – Large-Scale Slabs Collection
Interceramic’s exclusive collection of large-format porcelain slabs (120x280 cm) redefines elegance and innovation in high-end architectural design. Featuring seamless continuity and advanced technical performance, these slabs are ideal for floors, walls, and facades. This collection offers both aesthetic beauty and durability, perfect for luxury interiors.
Molteni&C – La Cava Boutique Home
Molteni&C’s sophisticated furnishing solutions transform La Cava Boutique Home, a stunning residential project in Sicily. The project blends modern design with natural surroundings, showcasing signature pieces like the Marteen sofa and Ribbon bed by Vincent Van Duysen, creating a serene and luxurious living environment.
Antolini – Natural Stone Mastery in Malta
Antolini brings the timeless beauty of natural stone to a luxury apartment in Sliema, Malta. Featuring materials such as Cristallo Lumix and Dover White, this project seamlessly merges Art Deco influences with Mediterranean charm, using stone to elevate every space within the residence.
Ceramics of Italy – Innovative Porcelain and Ceramic Tiles
Highlighting the latest trends in ceramic and porcelain tile design, Ceramics of Italy presents collections like Crystal Sea and Varana Stone. Characterized by hyper-realistic textures and bold veining, these tiles are perfect for both contemporary and traditional luxury interiors.
Atlas Plan and Modulnova – Appennino and Silver Root Slabs
The collaboration between Atlas Plan and Modulnova brings Italian craftsmanship to the forefront with the Appennino and Silver Root porcelain slabs. These high-performance materials combine beauty and durability, ideal for luxury kitchens and interior design projects.
Ceramiche Refin – Etherea, EIK, Grayn, and Upside Collections
At Cersaie 2024, Ceramiche Refin introduces innovative collections inspired by the natural world. With minimalist designs like Etherea, the wood-inspired EIK, and the geometric Grayn and Upside collections, these tiles offer a seamless blend of contemporary design and timeless elegance.
Terratinta Group – Savoir Faire, Pulse, Crudatech, and Oakbricks Collections
Terratinta Group showcases artisanal and sustainable tile collections that emphasize craftsmanship and innovation. Collections like Savoir Faire and Crudatech offer a unique blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern surface design, perfect for high-end architectural projects.
Fuksas x De Marchi Verona – The Numen Collection
Designed by Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas, the Numen collection from De Marchi Verona draws inspiration from the rugged beauty of nature. With its three-dimensional porcelain claddings that mimic jagged rocks and eroded stones, Numen brings an immersive sensory experience to luxury interiors.
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