The elegance and cultural richness of Brazilian porcelain design
2/9/2024
See how inspiration from nature and Brazilian culture is reflected in porcelain tile creations, revealing the power of national design
Expo Revestir is the stage where creativity and innovation meet to celebrate the best in design and architecture. Among this year's highlights, some porcelain tile collections stood out for their unique combination of beauty, resistance and inspiration from Brazil's rich culture. These products represent the best of national design, and have also been recognized for their excellence and ability to elevate any projeto.
Each of these collections shares a common bond: a deep connection with Brazil's cultural and natural roots. From the delicacy of handmade embroidery to the grandeur of precious stones, these porcelain tiles capture the essence of our country and transform the raw material into true works of art.
Ceusa - Patch
The collection is a tribute to the embroiderers and lace-makers of Brazil, translating the cultural richness of their creations into the world of design. With Deep Design technology, the soft relief of the pieces invites you to touch them, resembling lines sewn with precision and care. The glass granules, applied at specific points, create a subtle volume that brings a new dimension to the porcelain tile.
Biancogres - Amazonita Lux
Inspired by the rare and fascinating Amazonite stone, this collection is a celebration of Brazil's exuberant nature. The stone, after which the product is named, is known for its unique green color and the transparency of its crystals. Through intense development work, Biancogres has managed to capture the essence of this semi-precious stone in its porcelain tiles, bringing the beauty and depth of the crystals to sophisticated and elegant environments.
Atlas Ceramics - Grigio AT 20
Designed for high-traffic areas, Atlas Ceramics' Grigio AT 201 combines cutting-edge technology with a functional design and visual appeal. This porcelain tile offers resistance to abrasion, stains, acids and thermal shock, making it ideal for hospitals, commercial and industrial centers. Its discreet beauty and durability make it a sure choice for projects that demand high performance.
Damme - Enigma Brown
Damme has brought the strength and beauty of Brazilian marble to the Enigma Brown collection. Inspired by the crystallized and translucent veins of a marble extracted in Bahia, this porcelain tile features golden designs that intertwine with white parts, creating a unique and surprising movement. With polished surfaces and DDG technology, Enigma Brown offers a comforting tactile experience and exuberant aesthetics.
Embramaco Porcelain tiles - Granite Metallic
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Embramaco Group, the Granite Metallic collection is a true celebration of Brazilianness. Inspired by an exotic granite from Minas Gerais, this porcelain tile stands out for its metallic textures and noble details. The research and development team at Embramaco worked to capture every nuance of this stone, resulting in a product that enhances and praises the strength and natural beauty of Brazil.
Gaudi Porcelain tiles - Atlantica PL
Atlantica PL by Gaudi Porcelanato is inspired by the mystical Stone of the Amazon, known as Amazonite. With a color palette that includes nuances of green, golden streaks and white, this porcelain tile brings the power of nature into interiors. The polished surface further enhances the stone's personality, creating environments that breathe elegance and serenity, while carrying the healing energy of this sacred stone.
Helena Porcelanato - Dunas
The collection was inspired by the sand dunes found along the Brazilian coast. These natural elements, present in states such as Ceará, Rio Grande do Norte and Maranhão, play a crucial role in protecting ecosystems and preserving biodiversity. Dunas porcelain tile captures this beauty of coastal landscapes, bringing a touch of nature into environments.
Portinari - The Way
Inspired by the iconic poem by Carlos Drummond de Andrade, the Caminho da Portinari collection refers to the aesthetics of the ceppo de gré stone, a stone made up of countless pebbles and rocks. Like the setbacks mentioned in the poem, this stone symbolizes the complexity of life and its adversities. The collection brings this poetic richness in the form of porcelain tiles, offering a visual depth that translates the struggle and overcoming present in each stone along the way.
Portobello - Foli Craft
The collection invites us to immerse ourselves in the creative process of Isay Weinfeld, whose work transcends the limits of architecture. Foli Craft is a work stripped of excess, the result of a refined synthesis that reflects simplicity and sophistication. Each piece in the collection is a materialization of Weinfeld's innovative and daring thinking, bringing a touch of minimalism to any space.
Roca Ceramics - Patagonia
The collection is inspired by the rare quartzite of the same name from Brazil. This material has a unique combination of translucent crystals, golden veins, white areas and black dots, creating a beautiful look. With a matt surface and high-definition relief, Patagonia stands out for its Mineral Lab technology, which applies noble minerals millimetrically, resulting in a porcelain tile of singular beauty.
ViaRosa Porcelanato - Pierina 3D
The collection celebrates the tradition and exuberance of Brazilian culture, reimagining patterns and shapes with a contemporary twist. This high-relief piece is a true work of art, reflecting the richness of Brazilian ceramic design. The collection brings a symphony of shapes and textures that reverberate beauty and creativity, shaping environments with the essence of Brazilian design.
Villagres - Emanatura
With the Emanatura collection, Villagres proposes a reconnection with nature in response to the digital protagonism that shapes our lives. Inspired by raw material and the senses, Emanatura translates the desire to disconnect from screens and reconnect with the natural world. This collection is an expression of the current moment, where the touch of nature becomes essential for harmony and well-being.