In keeping with the growing awareness of environmental issues such as energy and raw materials savings and emissions reductions, in 2018 Italy appointed EPD Italy as its national Program Operator responsible for issuing environmental product declarations.

By 2050, more than 80% of the EU’s population will live in cities. Within the same timeframe, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has estimated that demand for indoor air conditioning will triple.

The revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) proposed by the European Commission emphasises the significant contribution of clay building products to more sustainable construction. Thanks to their characteristics, materials such as clay bricks and roof tiles reduce consumption and ensure high energy performance throughout the life cycle of buildings. They are also highly durable and can be easily recycled.

Attention to the context, a mindful approach to the location and a thoughtful selection of materials are the guiding principles behind Westway Architects’ design choices. These are particularly evident in a project in Ethiopia where they made extensive use of Italian ceramic tiles

A hundred years after the publication of “Vers une architecture”, Italian ceramic tile reaffirms its credentials as an ideal material for the construction industry all over the world

A new book offers a unique photographic overview of the show’s evolution over the years

A book by Augusto Ciarrocchi recounts the origins and history of the local ceramic industry from 1792 to 1929

From 12 to 13 November, Ceramics of Italy will be participating with 21 leading Italian brands in the US exhibition BDNY (Boutique Design New York), held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York.

The 2023 edition of Cersaie proved to be a pivotal one. On top of the show celebrating its 40th anniversary and the milestones the industry has achieved along the way, exhibitors also signaled the dawn of an exciting new era. Tile products were imbued with a holistic sense of inventiveness

The growth in interest and participation in Cersaie under highly diverse market conditions confirms the show’s countercyclical nature and its ability to attract exhibitors and visitors regardless of market dynamics