Copper Mania
Designers have fallen in love with copper, a glimmering and cost-effective material that brings a touch of luxe with a dash of cool. Copper mania is also making its presence felt in Spanish tiles. Pioneering brands specialising in metallic glazes have unveiled shimmering wall tiles enhanced by 3D features in matt, gloss and antique finishes. Copper effect porcelain flooring designs complemented by intriguingly textured geometric wall pieces also made an impact.
1. Facetado Copper by Alea 30x90cm ceramic wall tiles with pioneering lightweight matt titanium glaze and subtle geometric relief. www.aleaexperience.com
2. Aleatory Copper by Alea Ceramic wall tiles with high gloss copper effect glazing, 15x15cm in a selection of finishes and 3 textures for unique 3D applications. www.aleaexperience.com
3. & 4. Bling Décor by Realonda Hexagonal 33×28.5cm porcelain wall tile with geometric relief, available in a range of metallic effects. www.realonda.com
5. Geom Copper by Alea Hexagonal 18x20cm ceramic tiles with a copper effect titanium glaze in a mix of gloss and matt finishes. www.aleaexperience.com
6. Bling Marron by Realonda Durable porcelain floor tile with a brushed copper effect in a 33×28.5cm honeycomb format. www.realonda.com
Into the blue
From navy to turquoise and aquamarine – shades of sea blue are the primary colours of the season and look set to last. Watercolour and oxidised metal effects add extra depth and impact to tiles in these perennially popular shades, while high gloss ‘mayolica’ style finishes pay homage to the artisanal roots of today’s advanced Spanish ceramics.
1. Fusion Iris by Inalco Slim-profile 6mm porcelain slabs with oxidised metal effects for high-impact indoor/outdoor wall cladding, 100x250cm. www.inalco.es
2. Forever by Ceramica Cas Ceramic wall tile with a rich glaze in Turquoise and Deco White, 15x40cm. www.casceramica.com
3. Colette by Roca Ceramic wall tile in Navy, inspired by the varying shades of cement, 21.4x61cm. www.uk.roca.com
4. Blue Wave Cocktail Bar (Barcelona) by El Equipo Creativo, 2015 Tile of Spain Awards winner, featuring bespoke shell-shapes in 7 shades of blue by Ceramica Cumella.
5. FS Faenza by Peronda Rustic patchwork effect ceramic wall tiles by Francisco Segarra for Peronda, 33x33cm www.peronda.com
6. Beyond Turquesa by Aparici Micro-crystal polished rectified porcelain tiles with 69% recycled content, 59.55×119.30cm. www.aparici.com
7. Gala by Grespania Alternating smooth Gala and textured Cintia wall tiles in ocean-toned Navy Blue, with patchwork accents of blue&white Penelope tiles, all 31.5x100cm ceramic. www.grespania.com
8. Vogue by Cevica Ceramic wall tile with a geometric relief in a pastel blue with a satin finish, 7.5x30cm. www.cevica.es
Tiles meet textiles
From tweeds and tartans to houndtooth, zigzags and weave effects, several leading Spanish brands have taken inspiration from the world of fashion and fabrics and translated these ideas into the latest ceramic collections. Championing this new textile trend, key influencers in the industry are offering looks straight from the catwalk to create statement new concepts for floors and walls.
1. Bella Bianco by Aparici Porcelain floor tile with inlay effects, available in polished or natural finish, 100x100cm.
www.aparici.com
2. Century by Natucer Encaustic style 25x25cm floor and wall tiles with a textile-inspired pattern. www.natucer.es
3. Artigas Grafito by Vives Ceramic wall tiles in mixed and matched fabric-inspired patterns, 20x50cm. www.vivesceramica.com
3. Pure by Laccio Wood for Peronda Ceramic wall tiles with intriguing weave effects, 32x90cm. www.peronda.com
4. Rugo Mix Espiga by Aparici Multiple hued porcelain tile creating a herringbone effect, 25.5×32.5cm. www.aparici.com
5. Play by Dsignio for Peronda Handmade encaustic tile in a stylish and innovative houndstooth design, 28.5×24.7cm. www.peronda.com
Marbleous!
The beauty of white marble has an undeniable allure. Now the Spanish tile industry has combined high-tech digital printing and purity of pigment with durable, low-maintenance and easy-to-install ceramics – making this precious aesthetic more widely available,
affordable and practical. Book matching is easier than ever thanks to innovative slim-profile, large-format technical porcelain. Ideal for sleek bathrooms, countertops, floors, walls, and exterior applications, marble effects are also offered in anti-slip finishes, 3D elements and recycled glass mosaics.
1. Calacata by Grespania Porcelain tiles offering a sleek marble look in expansive 60x120cm formats. www.grespania.com
2. & 8. Eco Stones by Onix 98% recycled glass mosaic with a marble aesthetic suitable for floor and wall applications inside or outside, 31x31cm. www.onixmosaico.com
3. Evoque by Keraben Elegant marble effect porcelain floor and wall tiles, 75x75cm. www.keraben.com
4. Techlam Stone by Levantina Technical stone-look porcelain 1x3m slabs in a slim 3mm profile in Kalos Bianco.www.levantina.com
5. Iceland by Peronda Porcelain tiles with a refined beauty in 90x90cm and 60x120cm formats. www.peronda.com
6. Calacata and Ferrara by Grespania Veining effects are enhanced by intriguing texture in the 30x60cm Ferrara deco tile. Also pictured, 60×120 Calacata porcelain floor and wall tiles. www.grespania.com
7. Calacata Abujardado by Grespania The Calacata porcelain range also comes in a practical anti-slip 60x60cm floor tile version. www.grespania.com
9. Touche by Inalco Natural finish slim profile 6mm porcelain slabs in Ice Blanco Gris, 150x300cm. www.inalco.es
Shaping up
The new generation of creative ceramics allows for an exciting interplay of shapes using sculptural tiles, as celebrated in the latest collections by leading Spanish manufacturers. The key to creating a purely bespoke and very personal piece of wall or floor art is in the unique arrangement… a trend that’s bound to win the hearts of architects, designers and DIY enthusiasts alike.
1. Rhombus by Equipe These glazed ceramic tiles in a 15x26cm rhomboid format create a playful geometry in 17 shades, including 10 deco patterns. www.equipeceramicas.com
2. Roll by Peronda Dsignio have collaborated with Peronda for these quirky 25.8x29cm hexagonal porcelain tiles, which allow for unlimited maze-style patters. www.peronda.com
3. Bowl by Peronda Ceramic 12.5×12.5cm wall tiles with organic relief by Stone Designs for Peronda, offering endless sculptural effects depending on the tile orientation. www.peronda.com
4. Up by Saloni Square 14.8×14.8 ceramic wall tiles with four geometric textures, available in white, black,silver and bronze. www.saloni.com
5. Luton Multicolour by Vives Honeycomb porcelain 23×26.6cm floor tiles with a natural finish and kaleidoscopic patterns in varying shades of grey. www.vivesceramica.com
6. Pieve Mosaic Multicolor by Arcana Water jet cut porcelain floor tiles in a mix of architectural greys and a 35x28cm hexagon format. www.arcanatiles.com
7. Aleatory White by Alea Glazed ceramic wall tiles in a choice of three different reliefs for 3D wall
applications, 15x15cm. www.aleaexperience.com
New Wave
The key to timeless design is a careful selection of the finest materials, a neutral
colour palette and elegant details such as subtle ripple effects, which are returning
to popularity in tiles. Wave patterns are seen in many of the latest collections by
renowned Spanish brands and are now offered in larger, rectified formats to allow
for minimalist grout-free looks on feature walls.
1. Yaiza by Tau Ceramic wall tile in a matt finish and a wave relief, 25x75cmwww.tauceramica.com
2. Varana Deco by Gayafores Frost-resistant porcelain tile with ripple effects in Grey, 32×62.5cm. www.gayafores.es
3. & 4. & 5. Quartz Viriam by Saloni Stone effect rectified ceramic wall tiles with ripple patterns, 30x90cm. www.saloni.com
6. Canyon Gris by Grespania Textured porcelain wall tile in natural tones, 31.5x100cm. www.grespania.com
7. Aguas Agora by Saloni Marble look rectified ceramic wall tile with waveeffects,30x90cm. www.saloni.com