Italian brand Ceramiche Keope has introduced the Grace Atelier collection, a new series of porcelain tiles that draws inspiration from iconic geological sites across Europe. The collection, which includes stone tiles from Grace Atelier, features monolithic slabs and intricate geometric mosaics, ensuring a diverse architectural language.
Ceramiche Keope describes the collection as rooted in a synergy between materials, enhanced by evolving graphics, textures, and a dynamic color palette. Mosaics are key, providing a decorative element that aligns seamlessly with architectural design. The tiles contribute to this synergy with their versatile applications.
Signature Designs: Grace Atelier Stone Tiles Inspired by European Stones
The collection is anchored by the Grace tile design, inspired by France’s Saint Antoine d’Auberoche limestone. Its understated elegance forms the foundation of Grace Atelier’s innovative offerings. These products emphasize this elegance with their diverse options.
Grace Fossil builds on more graphical elements, taking cues from Portland Stone of the UK and Bavaria’s fossil-rich Jura Stone. The result is a surface reminiscent of cloud formations with primordial textures. The tiles in this design offer a unique aesthetic that complements various styles.
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Grace Lithos, available in Essential and Wild variants, channels the layered appearance of the Villeneuve quartzite from the Alps. Essential offers a subdued aesthetic, while Wild captivates with bold veining and vibrant contrasts found in many Atelier designs.
A Harmonious Color Palette and Product Versatility
All tiles in the Grace Atelier collection are offered in a range of colors from luminous tones to neutral greys and warm shades. This palette allows for customizable intensity and harmonious combinations, creating varied yet cohesive spaces. The tiles make it easy to achieve a unique look in any setting.
Fragments of Grace: A Mosaic Masterpiece
Partnering with designer Margherita Rui, Ceramiche Keope has developed Fragments of Grace, a mosaic series that elevates the collection’s creative potential. This series, blending modernism with Art Déco elements, features porcelain stoneware combined with glossy glazes and metallic accents in geometric patterns. The European stone design influences are evident in these mosaics.
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“Fragments of Grace” contains four sub-collections—Tressé, Domus, Avenue, and Pince—each characterized by material interplay, geometric forms, and glossy enamel finishes, transforming mosaics into integral architectural components.
The Grace Atelier collection was recently honored with the ADI Cersaie Award, demonstrating its design excellence and material coherence. Featuring versatile stone tiles across its range, the collection invites exploration for architects and designers. To explore more, visit Ceramiche Keope’s website.
Source: dezeen.com
Frequently asked questions
What inspired Ceramiche Keope’s Grace Atelier collection?
The Grace Atelier collection by Ceramiche Keope is inspired by iconic geological sites across Europe, incorporating elements from various European stones such as France’s Saint Antoine d’Auberoche limestone, the UK’s Portland Stone, and Bavaria’s Jura Stone.
What are the key design features of the Grace Lithos tiles?
Grace Lithos tiles, available in Essential and Wild variants, channel the layered appearance of the Villeneuve quartzite from the Alps with Essential offering a subdued aesthetic and Wild captivating with bold veining and vibrant contrasts.
Who collaborated with Ceramiche Keope for the mosaic series?
Ceramiche Keope partnered with designer Margherita Rui to develop the Fragments of Grace mosaic series, which elevates the collection’s creative potential by blending modernism with Art Déco elements.