Spanish Ceramics Reinterpret Cultural Icons in Milan Design Week Installation

At Milan Design Week 2026, Tile of Spain showcases Spanish Design as a Souvenir, featuring eleven sculptural pieces that turn ceramic tiles into storytelling elements. Crafted by Codoo Studio from Madrid, the installation reimagines familiar Spanish symbols, such as a flamenco-themed trivet, large castanets, an olive oil bottle, and a bow tie linked to Miguel de Unamuno. Located in the historic courtyard of Università degli Studi di Milano—Ca' Granda, it is part of MATERIAE, the primary exhibition curated by Interni Magazine. The artworks vary in height from 20 cm to 250 cm and weigh between 44 kg and 247 kg, primarily made with wooden frames, MDF panels, and ceramic tiles affixed with flexible cement for easy disassembly. Notably, El Beso, inspired by Salvador Dalí's Dalilips sofa, features an XPS core with a glass mosaic finish. Contributions from fourteen Spanish ceramic manufacturers, including Cristacer and Vives, enrich the exhibit, which emphasizes Spain's architectural richness shaped by diverse cultures. This initiative is part of Tile of Spain's global promotion efforts spearheaded by ICEX and ASCER (Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers' Association).