Cersaie 2026: Five Tile Collections Redefining Ceramic Architecture
During the 43rd Cersaie held in Bologna, ceramic tiles were showcased as a crucial component of architectural design, featuring high-performance ceramics and porcelains suitable for diverse settings. Key trends highlighted included warmer color schemes, vibrant textures, and designs inspired by nature. Notable collections consisted of Gardenia&Ariana's Eterea, which offered onyx-like porcelain in four shades; Sant’Agostino's Stilla, a decorative tile utilizing DeepVeil technology; Francesco De Maio's Three Elements, One Matter, inspired by Rain, Mist, and Earth; Decoratori Bassanesi's Arca and Palea, based on ancient engravings; and Ceramica Bardelli's Tulipani by Ronald van der Hilst, featuring three porcelain wall coverings. The event underscored the role of ceramics in storytelling and identity. Further details will be published in Azure Magazine’s Winter 2027 edition.
Key facts
- Cersaie 2026 held its 43rd edition in Bologna, Italy.
- The fair's theme moved ceramic tile from 'surface to system,' emphasizing architectural applications.
- Gardenia&Ariana (ABK Group) launched Eterea, an onyx-inspired porcelain collection with four hues and three finishes, plus Righe fluted wall tiles in four colors.
- Sant'Agostino introduced Stilla, a dew-inspired tile using DeepVeil technology, available in three formats and eight glossy colors.
- Francesco De Maio collaborated with architect Kengo Kuma on 'Three Elements, One Matter,' featuring Rain, Mist, and Earth designs.
- Decoratori Bassanesi presented Arca by Roberto Sironi and Palea by Federica Biasi, exploring memory and material.
- Ceramica Bardelli showed Tulipani by Ronald van der Hilst, comprising Tuli Poni, Tuli Piqué, and Tuli Charme wall coverings.
- Azure Magazine will feature more Cersaie coverage in its Winter 2027 issue.
Entities
Artists
- Kengo Kuma
- Roberto Sironi
- Federica Biasi
- Ronald van der Hilst
Institutions
- Cersaie
- Gardenia&Ariana
- ABK Group
- Sant'Agostino
- Francesco De Maio
- Decoratori Bassanesi
- Ceramica Bardelli
- Azure Magazine
Locations
- Bologna
- Italy
- Antwerp
- Belgium