Peronda Ceramica presents its novelties and trends for 2014

Treasure collection

Peronda Cerámicas continues to stand out in the ceramic tile sector for its quality and designs that mirror the latest trends. A consolidated position that is clearly reflected in the new products for 2014 presented by this Spanish firm. Inspired by the themes that set the latest global trends in interior design, Peronda cerámicas will be present with more than 20 new collections.

Luxury Nature

Collections created for its various brands: Museum, the market leader in polished glazed porcelain tiles and which this year will have its own stand at the event; Foresta, wood-effect glazed porcelain tiles; Peronda, featuring new designs in red and white body as well as porcelain wall and floor tiles; Harmony, with its special decorative pieces, and the Goah line, which includes new and exciting ideas in bathroom furniture. Highlights of the new products include the initial results of the Peronda Fashion Lab,a corporate project launched by the Spanish ceramic tile firm in January this year. Under the slogan “Company needs artist, artist needs company", the Peronda Fashion Lab was set up to channel and develop creative synergies whilst at the same time providing patronage for artists making a name for themselves on the international scene.

House of Vanity

Peronda Cerámicas has joined forces with several of the multi-disciplinary artists that make up the Peronda Fashion Lab, developing collections that are either designed by these artists or inspired by their works. Examples include the collections created by fashion designer Juan Vidal, sculptors Trashformaciones, vintage furniture designer Francisco Segarra and industrial designers Dsignio. This project has successfully strengthened Peronda Cerámica’s close ties to the worlds of fashion and art, one of the hallmarks of this firm.

More info: http://www.peronda.com/

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Coleccion Alexandra opens a new showroom of luxury furniture of 450 square meters

COLECCIÓN ALEXANDRA  is a modern dynamic Spanish company creating exclusive and handcrafted furniture with a high customization degree far-removed from the standard mass production. The collection is not only restricted to furniture but the project also includes decoration accessories, home textiles, lighting and complements in order to get a particular, glamorous and integral  design concept.

The company exports its unique furniture to more than 20 countries and participates year after year in the most prestigious international trade fairs worldwide: i Saloni Worldwide Moscow, Index Dubai and Index Saudi Arabia, Habitat Valencia, i Saloni Milano, Maison&Objet Paris and Cevisama, with its Bath Collection.

COLECCIÓN ALEXANDRA has just opened a new impressive showroom of 450 sqm in Burriana, where the firm has its headquarters. These new premises, which complete the already existing 600 sqm show house, are an excellent showcase for the company’s latest launches, aimed both for home and contract use. The showroom will also be used as a B2B meeting space to receive specifiers and clients of the brand from all over the world. 

ALEXANDRA DESIGN STUDIO, COLECCIÓN ALEXANDRA’s Design Department, has developed an ambitious interior design project, creating an exhibition space divided in different areas for different styles and products: from the classics of the HERITAGE line to the more contemporary proposals of the EVOLUTION catalogue. Hallmark of all the pieces on exhibition is a design concept closely linked to handicraft and luxury details and defined by the high degree of personalization possibilities.

More info: http://www.coleccionalexandra.com

Source: http://www.muebledeespana.com

Spanish ceramic tile industry leads the obtaining of AENOR GlobalEPD sustainable product eco-labels.

On 29th November eleven major ceramic tile manufacturers in the Castellón cluster received the Environmental Product Declaration AENOR GlobaEPD certification, making the ceramic industry in our region a leader in terms of obtaining eco-labels at national level. Some of the companies that obtained this certification are:  Ceracasa, Peronda, Azulev, Ceramica Ribesalbes, Gayafores, Keraben and Azteca, as well as Vives Ceramica and Colorker, which had already obtained this eco-label.

Ceracasa with sustainable product BionicTile

Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a system of European eco-labelling of products in the construction sector which can certify the environmental impact throughout the life cycle of products and eco-efficient manufacturing process. Specifically, the DAP is a type III ecolabel pioneer in Spain which is already applied in other countries such as Norway, Canada, Japan , South Korea , Germany, Holland , Switzerland and France, and is under establishment in Denmark and Italy.

Representatives of the companies awarded EPD certification

The AENOR GlobalEPD program, which allows obtaining Environmental Product Declarations , is currently a voluntary certification system , but it can become a very important factor for companies or sectors in order to promote competitiveness against competition from other countries and facilitate access to markets with a higher level of environmental awareness in the international arena.

Peronda's EPD certification

The Spanish industry of ceramic wall and floor tiles is aware of the capacity of ceramic coverings as a material to build a more sustainable architecture. Recently they launched a website (www.spaintiles.info/eco) with the aim of informing about the characteristics of ceramic tiles, showing examples of sustainable projects , disseminating the studies carried out in R & D, and presenting the ceramic latest innovations in terms of sustainability.

More info: http://www.spaintiles.info/eco/construccion.aspx?lang=en-GB

Source: www.elperiodicodelazulejo.es

Ceramic tiles by Vives Ceramica in national and international architecture projects

Along the year 2013 Vives Cerámica has dressed with its products a number of construction projects both nationally and internationally. Hotels, restaurants and shopping centers have relied on the design, versatility, style and performance of the newest ceramic coverings by Vives to coat walls, floors, façades and common areas.

International projects

The Villa Sandini Spa Hotel, located in Sandim, Portugal and designed with an innovative chic-rustic style after the renovation of a whole ancient building, chose Polinesia Collection by Vives Cerámica for its exteriors: Moorea-R tile, White and Brown, is a wood look anti-slip porcelain tile ideal for wet areas. 

Some styles just can’t help but resist the test of time. Without doubt, the 60’s are a prime example. They have managed to reproduce this style in Sölvesborg (Sweden) in this restaurant called “Bella’s Diner & Bar”. A key element to achieving this desired look was VIVES 20x20cm red body Alaska, Negro and Rojo Volcan floor tiles.

Next project takes us to Vilnius (Lithuania). The Civic Grafito (60x120cm) large format has been used in this shopping centre called “Aprangos Galerija” where cement is the inspiration.

Xara Lodge is an events complex for weddings, shows etc. located in a traditional house in the Maltese countryside near Rabat-Mdina. For its decoration Vives Titan series (Paros, Mara, Unsu, Uriel and Comodo) have been used, resulting in a design which brings together both tradition and modernity with a balance and with outstanding beauty.

Located inPrague, we find this elegant and casual restaurant which has also used VIVES materials for its creative decoration: The 1900 collection, resulting in a very distinctive and avant-garde style, appealing to the most cosmopolitan of customers.

Projects in Spain

The restaurant Farándula on the Spanish Costa Brava opened last year, of vintage style where industrial elements are mixed with some of the most traditional and classical such as solid woods. The materials used were 20x20 Aranjuez collection, specifically the products Yeles, Alcazar, Batres y Bargas for the wall covering and Güell-1 from the 1900 collection for the floors. In conclusion, the creativity used in the design and decoration within this premises shows the possibilities when different styles are brought together. 

On the Galician Costa de Morte, Benboa restaurant has opened, as a fusion of various different concepts at the same time: restaurant and market. Vives have helped to decorate this innovative place by using the Mugat Blanco 10x20cm and the floor tiles: Orsa - 21x89 antislip C3 and Dorset marrón 31.6x31.6 cm. 

The result has been a modern decoration which contrasts perfectly with the essence of the tradition served up. 

Just a few metres from the Levante beach in Benidorm, the Hotel Ambassador Playa is located with its excellent facilities creating an ambience of relaxation and well-being. For the its new image they have used Vives tiles to create this atmosphere in the Explorers Club restaurant and café area: The1900 collection (Basalto, Gris, Calvet, Terrades, Llagostera y Gibert) gives a vintage style to the decoration helping replicate an old and traditional train station. 

Castellon's Sisif bar & restaurant has recently opened its doors and has also used Vives ceramic tiles. This project shows the Montaner Azul tile which belongs to 1900 collection (20x20cm)combining it perfectly with the Blanco and Florentina tiles that are part of the same collection together with the wall tile Buril and Vano Marfil that comes from the Wäsel (20x50 cm.) collection. The bathrooms which also use our tiles combine the Buril and Vano Marfil, which also comes from the Wäsel (20x50 cm.) collection and the Ruhr Plomo (30x60 cm.) from the same range name. It is a restaurant and bar that has personality and character in which you can enjoy a delicious meal with great company and in great surroundings.  

Más info: www.vivesceramica.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Vivesazulejosygres

Twitter: @VIVESCeramica

Castellon ceramic tile industry at the forefront of the wide Spanish participation at Cersaie Fair 2013

All set in Bologna Exhibition Centre for the celebration of Cersaie 2013, which will take place from 23rd  to 27th September. From the broad representation of Spanish companies participating as exhibitors -over 155- almost 85% come from Castellon province, which again confirms the clear commitment of the sector for the international promotion, the real driving force for sales after several years of decline in Spanish domestic demand.

The following Globbarea companies, from various industries such as floor and wall tiles, bathroom and auxiliary equipment and raw materials, will be exhibiting again this year in this world showcase for the ceramic tile sector, where the Castellon firms will present their latest trends and most innovative products with top design and quality. 

ARKAIS-LLAC – Area 44 Stand 65

AZTECA CERÁMICA  -  Pad. 26 Stand A104-B105 

AZULEV / AZULEJOS SANCHIS -  Pad. 15 Stand A7-B8

CERACASA - Pad. 18 Stand D20 

CERAMICA CAS - Pad. 36 Stand A48

CERÁMICA RIBESALBES – Pad. 19 Stand B22

CEVICA – Pad. 19 Stand A60

CICOGRES – Pad. 26 Stand A140

CIFRE CERÁMICA – Pad. 20 Stand C24-D25

COLOR ESMALT – Pad. 34 E26-F29

COLORKER – Pad. 14 Stand A32-B32

DUNE – Pad. 19 Stand A64

EL MOLINO – Pad. 25 Stand B78

EMAT – Area 44 Stand 41

EQUIPE CERÁMICAS – Pad. 16 Stand C42

FRITTA – Pad. 34 Stand F52-G53

GAYA FORES- Pad. 19 Stand C7

INSCA Area 44 Stand 59

INTERMATEX Pad. 22 Stand B160

KERABEN GRUPO- Pad. 15 Stand D7-E8 

MUSEUM BY PERONDA – Pad. 15 Stand E19-F20

NAVARTI GRUPO – Pad. 18 Stand C40-D37

GRUPO CERÁMICO OSET - Pad. 15 Stand E23

PERONDA - Pad. 15 Stand E7-F8 (nueva ubicación)

PLAZA CERAMICAS - Pad. 26 Stand B98

QUIMICER - Pad. 34 Stand G30

REALONDA – Pad. 15 Stand A19-B20

CERAMICA SALONI - Pad. 19 Stand A18-B17

TAU CERAMICA – Pad. 18 Stand A2-B1

TECNICERAMICA – Pad. 36 Stand A13

UNICER - Pad. 18 Stand B61-B66

VIVES CERÁMICA - Pad. 26 Stand A26-B27 

ZIRCONIO - Pad. 14 Stand D32

Cersaie’13 show app now available from Tile of Spain 

Information about all the Spanish ceramic tile companies exhibiting at CERSAIE 13  is now available in the palm of your hand with the CERSAIE’13 App, launched by Tile of Spain and ICEX.T his free app for iPad, iPhone, and Android allows you to have access to all Tile of Spain exhibitors and search by exhibit hall, sector or company.  It includes a complete listing of companies and contacts at your disposal. Download app.

Cersaie is, along with CEVISAMA, the most important international event for the ceramic industry and the showcase to most international markets, as 2012 data show: nearly 1,000 exhibitors from 33 countries, more than 75,000 visitors from 154 countries and nearly 700 specialized media in an exhibition area of 176,000 m2. Importers, distributors, commercial agents, interior designers, architects and specifiers around the world will gather at Cersaie as a meeting point to know the market trends, new products and the latest technological developments. And there will be Castellon ceramic tile sector, as the largest foreign participation in this international event.

More info: www.cersaie.it

Azulev Group widens its product catalog with 'Bath' shower trays

Azulev widens its advanced ceramic solutions for walls and floors with a collection of shower trays marketed under 'Bath' brand.

The products that make up this new business line are made with the most advanced solid surface technology on the market, allowing them to design shower trays with greater scratch resistance and a flatter surface than with other softer materials. The process ensures its antibacterial properties, high hardness, easy cleaning, low porosity and resistance to ultraviolet rays to prevent yellowing of the surface.

The first lot of “Bath” products that have hit the market consists of five collections of shower trays with high aesthetic component: Liso, Piedra, Granito, Piel y Madera (Smooth, Stone, Granite, Leather and Wood). In addition, each collection is available in a dozen colours.

Azulev Group, formed by Azulev and Azulejos Sanchis firms, is one of the leading companies in the Spanish ceramic sector and with an important and strong presence in the global market. Azulev products are exported to over 130 countries on five continents, in this order, France, Russia, United Kingdom and United States being the four major international markets for the company.

More info: http://www.azulev.com/ 

Source: El Periódico del Azulejo

Ceracasa ceramica participated in a seminar on construction solutions to reduce air pollution.

Last 20th June an interesting seminar took place in Madrid, in the School of Civil Engineering, about air quality of our cities and the different solutions available to reduce air pollution, such as photocatalysis.

The seminar was organized by AIF, the Iberian Association of Photocatalysis, formed by big companies in various sectors, among which is Ceracasa. AIF has the support of scientific members such as EPTISA, ICP, AIDICO, ITQ, Tecnalia, CARTIF TECHNOLOGY CENTRE and other institutions that provide great value to the process of photocatalysis in the construction and rehabilitation.

The photocatalysis starts from the natural principle of decontamination of nature by eliminating most common pollutants by an oxidation process activated by sun energy.

Through photocatalysis, some of the pollutants as common as harmful existing in our cities can be eliminated: nitrogen oxides NOx, nitric acid, HNO3, O3, SOx, VOCs, CO, methyl mercaptan, chlorinated organic compounds and poly aromatics compounds.

The symposium was attended by leading speakers, and was coordinated by EPTISA: they all provided solutions and diverse opinions on this important topic.

Fran Raya from CERACASA, as Vice President of AIF's external relations, gave an interesting presentation on applications of decontaminating products called "The Photocatalytic Island".

Ceracasa counts among its ceramic product range with Bionictile®, a porcelain wall covering with photocatalytic properties, " ceramic facade which decontaminates the air", which has earned the company more than a dozen awards, both nationally and internationally.

More info: www.ceracasa.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ceracasa

Twitter: @ Ceracasa

FS by Peronda Cerámicas in Casa Décor Madrid 2013 and Café Jamaica projects

Peronda Ceramicas continues advancing in its relation with trends and design taking part in Casa Decor Madrid 2013, which is taking place from May 17 to June 23 in the former British embassy.

Peronda Ceramicas, in collaboration with the member of Peronda Fashion Lab and designer of vintage furniture Francisco Segarra, has been in charge of materializing the project of the interior designer Cuca Garcia, for the biggest exhibition of architecture, design and decoration of Europe.

The pieces of the collection FS by PERONDA CERAMICAS, spread over the hall and the restaurant, which was decorated with Francisco Segarra's furniture.

With the same partner, Peronda Cerámicas has also designed an exclusive ceramic piece for the "Café Jamaica" cafes restyling. A piece integrated in the  Peronda Cerámicas FS collection, exclusively for the Rodilla's group cafes. The project has been ordered to Francisco Segarra decoration studio to "improve the current consumer experience".

The debut of this new concept has been carried out recently at the cafe in 'La maquinista' shopping centre in Barcelona, and they are planning the renovation of at least 5 cafes before the end of the year.

More info: http://www.peronda.com/

Blog: http://perondablog.blogspot.com.es/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/PerondaArtFashion

ROOFECO SYSTEMS presents its innovative roof covering system with plastic roof tiles.

Roofeco Systems manufactures in Castellón province a new system for roof covering with plastic tiles.

Roofeco Smart System roof is 100% PVC free and has been carefully developed to overcome the traditional clay roof tiles. Its color and surface remain inalterable over the course of time, it has a higher thermal range and an attractive finish… and most importantly: it is 100% recyclable and, unlike PVC, it doesn´t pollute the environment.

The material Roofeco tiles are made of is a formulation of composed polymers with nano mineral particles that transform the original properties of such polymers, increasing its thermo-acoustic isolation capacity and its lifespan. Roofeco roof tiles are unbreakable and impermeable.

It is a light and easy-installation roofing system, allowing the pieces to be manipulated by a single person and savings of up to 70% of the installation time.

Its patented anchoring system gives a perfect finish result; Roofeco Smart System plastic tiles do not require exposed screws. In addition to provide impeccable esthetics, it is also a filtration free roof, which does not require any maintenance and adapts perfectly to the temperature changes, from extreme hot to cold.

More info: http://www.roofecosystem.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Roofeco-System 

New Top 70 #Neo Window with Guardian Sun Glass by Incerco

Incerco - Top Quality Windows presents the new Top 70 #Neo window with Guardian Sun smart glass.

Guardian Sun glass in INCERCO windows, which combines maximum transparency, solar control and thermal insulation to save up to 40% of air conditioning in the summer and 60% of heating in the winter. 

Additionally, INCERCO integrates in its manufacturing process its partner Deceunink’s new technology, Linktrusion, proposing alternative solutions to the use of steel reinforcement that significantly improve the thermal performance and stability of profiles, ensuring a perfect rigidity even in large formats.

More info: www.incerco.com
Blog: http://top-qualitywindows.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/incerco
Twitter: @infoincerco

Vives Ceramica certifies its products with the UPEC seal

Vives Ceramica has been awarded the UPEC seal for the collections CIVIC, RUHR, VENDOME, OREGON, ANCILES, BOSFORO, MONTECARLO, LERSUNDI by the Centre Scientifique et Technique du Bâtiment. This certificate guarantees that the product fulfils the market needs and the security and quality requirements according to this certification. 

The different figures referred to in UPEC show the different values of resistance. 

U: Wear and tear due to walking

P: Crushing due to furniture or other fixed or mobile objects

E: The tiles’ behaviour when affected by water

C: Resistance to the most common chemical agents 

With this certificate proving that our tile ranges are of the highest standards, Vives reaffirms itself when it comes to quality and design within the international market. 

More info: www.vivesceramica.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Vivesazulejosygres?fref=ts

Twitter: @VIVESCeramica

ABSOLUTE series by Ceracasa awarded as best covering material in USA

CERACASA has been awarded with the highest award for ABSOLUTE series in the fourth edition of the KBCULTURE Awards in TILE category, which includes materials such as stone, slate, ceramics and other coverings. Marazzi firm has had a special mention.

These awards are given by the famous editor Leslie Clagett's Blog KBCULTURE. This Blog is one of the most influential in materials, fashion and trends in bathrooms, kitchens and decoration in the United States.

Leslie Clagett is also the editor of publications such as "Arts + Architecture to Kitchens & Baths" and the author of "The New City Home" (The Taunton Press) among other books. 

Janice Costa also took part in KBCULTURE awards jury. She is director of "Kitchen & Bath Design News", top industry professional magazine. Janice is a trend and design product creator, very

popular in the USA.

ABSOLUTE Series recreates, in High Gloss porcelain tiles, different agates in six exclusive colors and different formats accompanied by luxurious crystal decorations with elegant effects. It is made with EMOTILE technology, creating truly unique and singular surfaces.

More info: http://www.kbculture.com/p/2013-kbculture-awards.html  

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More than 40 Spanish companies of the ceramic sector and related participate in the Coverings fair in United States.

From April 29 to May 2 Coverings Exhibition 2013 is taking place in the city of Atlanta, with the participation of 47 Spanish companies, mainly from the ceramic floor and wall tile sector, but also of natural stone, bathroom accessories and furniture and auxiliary industries. The vast majority of the Spanish representation comes from the province of Castellon, including major companies such as: Azteca, Plaza, Azulev, Keraben, Mármoles Serrat and Tau.

Coverings changes its headquarters to take place in Atlanta, once in 2012, this event took place in Orlando (Florida). In the last meeting the Spanish Pavilion counted with the participation of 42 companies and an area of over 1.600 sqm. The fair attracted 22.000 visitors in 2012, a figure significantly higher than the previous Edition (19%), celebrated in the city of Las Vegas.

ICEX organizes the participation of these companies in an Official Pavilion, in a key market for the Spanish exports, as it is the United States. Proof of this, according to ICEX data, is that in 2012 sales of Spanish ceramic in the United States increased 22.13 percent to reach 79,686 million Euros.

During the course of the event, and under the Official Pavilion, various promotional activities will take place, including a press conference for journalists specializing in design, interior design and architecture magazines, including a paper entitled "The complimentary Paradigm" on trends in the Spanish tile and a tour of a selection of Spanish companies participating in the Spanish space.

In addition, during the four-day celebration of this event, at the institutional booth a seminar will be held under the title of "Connect the dots", aiming to give information about the opportunities offered by the Spanish ceramic sector today as covering material in a context where consumer tastes are turning to unique, innovative and durable.

More info: http://www.coverings.com

Art Antic company wins the Spanish National Handcrafts Award 2012

After three consecutive nominations, Art Antic L’Alcora wins the National Handcrafts Award 2012

This award, granted by the Spanish Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism and Fundersarte (Spanish Foundation for the Handcrafs Innovation) implies a recognition at the highest level to a consolidated career in the field of contemporary handcrafts.

The technical and formal quality of its products, the exclusivity of designs and the high complexity of their large formats, as well as a constant adaptation to the market and a work of promotion and valorization of handicraft, have been key to make them deserve this important award.

Art Antic L`Alcora offers a wide variety of products, all under its identifying characteristic as ceramic craftspeople: hand-painted tiles of different formats, restoration of ancient tiles, made to order items such as signs or murals, Deco porcelain, ceramic sculptures, porcelain hex tiles and all of these adaptable to different styles, from rustic to avant-garde. 

More Info: http://azulejosartesanos.es/

Facebook: /www.facebook.com/ArtAntic

Twitter: @art_antic

Wide Castellon ceramic sector participation at Mosbuild exhibition in Russia

Spain, the world leader in technological development, design and quality of service in the ceramic industry, travels to Russia, third destination of ceramic tile sales, with 60 companies to participate at MOSBUILD exhibition.

Year 2012 has been very positive for the ceramic tile industry, which has managed to ride out the bad times, once again, conquering the international markets, with an increase of the foreign sales by 10% worldwide.

  

Leading the way in innovation

The focus on differentiation and international expansion has led the Spanish ceramic tile industry to become a world leader in the implementation of programs of R & D and innovation, in order to provide end-users and professional with high value products to respond to new market needs.

Our country is a pioneer in digital printing or home automation application of tiles. The Spanish sector has also developed motion or weight sensors for use in public buildings and sidewalks.

Spanish industry also stands out for its innovative approach applied to sustainable energy development, with the so-called active surfaces, sustainable pieces that incorporate technology to positively influence the environment where they are installed.

Furthermore, according to the National Association of Frit, Ceramic Glazes and Colours (Anfecc), Spain is the world leader, thanks to investments in R &

D in the field of ceramic frits and glazes, surpassing Italy, a country traditionally pioneer in the manufacture of these products.

Russia, a gold mine for Spanish exports

The great economic potential, significant growth plans and the large number of urban projects have boosted Russia as a priority destination for Spanish exports of ceramic tiles. The major construction projects for the coming years open a range of opportunities for our industry and have generated significant demand for building materials. The largest country in the world means 7.9% of total Spanish ceramic tile sector exports.

This favorable context for the sector will be the scenario for 60 Spanish companies of ceramic tiles and bathroom equipment, which will participate at MOSBUILD exhibition, within the CERSANEX frame. The 18th meeting of this annual event will be held in Moscow between 16th and 19th April. The Spanish industry participation is supported by ICEX and Tile of Spain.

The Spanish Pavilion, which has an area of 2,400 square meters, will feature 55 companies belonging to the ceramic tile and subsidiary industries sectors and other 5 of bathroom equipment. The vast majority comes from Castellón province and many are Globbarea Virtual Fair participants such as Azteca, Azulev / Sanchis, Ceracasa, Encrypt, Colorker, El Molino, Fritta, Gaya Fores, Oset Group, Kerajet, Peronda, Saloni, Tau, Vives and Zirconium.

  

During the course of the event, in the framework of the Spanish Official Pavilion, various promotional activities will take place, such as a press conference for journalists from design, interior design and architecture magazines which will be held on April 16, or the "Tile Story" Awards ceremony on the 17th April, promoted by Tile of Spain.

Source: ICEX

Great fashion show by Peronda Ceramica and designer Juan Vidal in Kiev

The company invited 200 guests on the premises of one of its main customers in Ukraine, for a 'fashion show' of haut couture and ceramics

The link between Peronda Ceramica and fashion crosses borders, as has been shown recently in Kiev.

The facilities of Agromat in the Ukrainian capital city, one of the main customers of the tile company, have hosted an amazing show with the latest trends in haut couture and ceramics.

The company invited the talented fashion designer Juan Vidal, a participant in the latest Mercedes Benz Madrid Fashion Week and member of the group Peronda Fashion Lab

This time, the Alicante designer showed in Kiev a choice of their fashion proposals in a catwalk before 200 professionals in architecture, interior design and the design invited by Peronda.

The main highlight in the fashion show were Candela prints that Peronda has translated into ceramic series of the same name of brand Peronda Museum, which was exposed to all the guests. Along with this model, the company showed the striking tile finishes Provence and Books.

Más info: www.peronda.com

Blogs: 
• http://perondablog.blogspot.com.es/
• http://fashionlab.peronda.com/
Twitter:
• @perondafashion
• @harmony_peronda
• @flabperonda

Fuente: El Periódico del Azulejo 

Vives Cerámica presents Titan colection XXL format

To further complement the porcelain floor tile TITAN collection, VIVES launches the new XXL size of 60x120cm.

Moreover, new designs have also been added to these marble ceramic tiles 60x60 sizes . The Titan collection continues to lead the way since its birth and with these additions, the collection lives up to its name more than ever. With this new size, its decorative elements are further enhanced.

Proof of this is the latest mega project where Vives Ceramica has participated. This is the stunning JW Marriott Marquis hotel in Dubai, where 60x60 Titan floor tile has been used for the decoration of its spectacular Spa. The main features of Titan, which have been key to its choice in this project, are its design, high gloss (which does not disappear with the passage of time), easier maintenance, better hygiene and warmth.

More info: www.vivesceramica.com

Ecoclay, natural organic covering for walls

Clay has been used to build spaces for more than 9.000 years. Nowadays this ancient material is getting its entire lost splendor back due to its countless benefits for our health and the comfort it provides. It is also one of the main materials used in ecological construction. Clay is one hundred per cent organic and can regulate humidity, increase energy saving due to its high thermal lag, improve odor absorption and be an efficient sound-proof.

Ecoclay is an innovative covering for walls which uses natural clays without additives as its base. The clays are obtained from a site in Teruel and are currently being used in bioconstruction because of its nameless technical and decorative qualities. ecoclay clay plaster can be used to obtain insulating effects or endless decorative possibilities that stand out for its originality. This versatility allows them to be present in diverse environments such as country houses, straw huts, aristocratic mansions or urban lofts.

ecoclay coverings are just perfect to isolate sensitive locations such as health centers, hospitals or schools due to the enormous benefits clay brings to any health environment. In addition, thanks to the clay being noise absorbent, it is the ideal solution in saturated acoustic zones. Clay naturally regulates relative humidity indoors.

More info: http://www.ecoclay.es/

Children tile decoration with Cifre Play!

Decorating spaces for children has always been a challenge for the ceramic industry, that’s why Cifre Cerámica is launching Cifre Play!, a collection devoted entirely to kids. With this new collection, the ceramic tiles of Cifre Cerámica are filled with colours and children motifs, with ceramics that seek interaction with kids and that is willing to grow up with them.

Among the novelties brought by the new Play! collection by Cifre Cerámica we can find Circuit, hand drawn by artist Ester Gradolí, including classic racing cars to create and decorate children spaces.

The new series included in the new Play! collection allow us to create cheerful but durable spaces for children, able to withstand hours of play and mischief. Besides, this collection has pieces that can illuminate at night to help the kids fall asleep and what’s more, pieces can create a blackboard in a nursery or a playroom.

Cifre Play! was presented last week during CEVISAMA exhibition.

Más info: www.cifreceramica.com

Blog: www.inspirebycifre.com 

High participation of Globbarea ceramic companies to exhibit at CEVISAMA trade fair

Feria Valencia Exhibition Centre is currently preparing a new meeting of CEVISAMA trade fair, which will be held next week, from 5th to 8th February.  This fair will gather exhibitors of ceramic products, natural stone, bathroom equipment and raw materials coming from 24 different countries.

A number of Globbarea companies will be exhibiting again this year in this world showcase for the ceramic tile sector, where the Spanish firms will present its newest and most innovative products with the latest design, trends and applications. 

The following Globbarea companies will be present at CEVISAMA: 

- AZTECA 

- AZULEV

- AZULINDUS & MARTÍ

- CENEMAR

- CERACASA

- CERAMICA RIBESALBES

- CEVICA

- CICOGRES

- CIFRE CERÁMICA

- COLECCIÓN ALEXANDRA

- DECORAMIA PROJECTS

- EL MOLINO

- ELFOS CERÁMICA

- EQUIPE CERÁMICAS

- EXPOJAMAR

- GAYA FORÉS

- INTERMATEX

- KERABEN

- LITICA INNOVACIÓN

- MÁRMOLES SERRAT

- GRUPO OSET

- PERONDA

- PLAZA CERÁMICA

- REALONDA

- SALONI

- TAU

- UNICER

- VIVES

2012 edition was very successful with more than 780 exhibitors and more than 77.000 visitors. Presence of foreign buyers increased up to more than 12.000 customers from 145 countries which attended CEVISAMA 2011. Importers, wholesalers, distributors, architects, interior designers and specifiers from all over the world are attending CEVISAMA as the meeting point to gain a preview of market trends, new products and cutting-edge technological solutions as well as a clear overall picture of the most important companies in the sector. 

More info: www.cevisama.com