Every year at the end of September in Bologna, Italy, CERSAIE, the world's largest trade fair for ceramic tiles, takes place at the Bologna Fiere exhibition centre.  In this TOPPAN topic brings a detailed highlight of the 40th edition of CERSAIE 2023.
This event showcased ceramic tiles and wet spaces (kitchen, bathroom, etc.) focusing on notable materials from a CMF perspective.

Commemorating 40 years of history and innovation.

Marking its 40th anniversary, CERSAIE featured numerous events throughout the venue celebrating this milestone.
A highlight was "ROUTE 40," an exhibit summarizing the evolution of CERSAIE's design and technology.
Visitors of all ages reflected on the history of design and contemplated the future.

CERSAIE 2023 Trends

This year, the trend leaned towards tiles with muted color contrasts and matte finishes.
Color schemes featuring vibrant green and calming colors, as shown in the photos, are versatile and can be easily applied in both residential and non-residential spaces in Japan.
Trends towards peaceful and serene living, highlighted on social media, indicate a collective desire for tranquility and comfort.

Let's dive deeper into noteworthy CMF trends from this year's event.

Color: Nature-inspired Hues

The popular colors of this year's exhibition were "Terracotta" and "Moss Green."
These color trends were also seen in "Salone del Mobile Milano" as they evoke the richness and warmth of nature while aligning with current sustainability trends.

For more insights from the 2023 Milan Salone, see our past TOPPAN Topics.

Decoding future trends from Milan Salone 2023

Material: Post-mortar type

Concrete and mortar materials are popular for both residential and non-residential buildings.
Sandstone, a post-mortar type material, has emerged as a new trend, offering a calm atmosphere and a sense of the earth's aging process.
It creates a more natural and light atmosphere than mortar, and can be used in harmony with natural materials such as wood, as well as hard materials such as steel and glass.  Sandstone, which can be used in harmony with a wide variety of materials, is expected to attract even more attention in the future.

Finish: Resonating with Contrasting Textures

The finish trends this year featured luxurious surfaces where matte textures were enhanced with glossy details, noticeable on both vertical and horizontal elements.
There were many examples of combining matte and gloss finishes within the same color and material, adding subtle accents and depth to spaces.

These are the highlighted CMF trends from the 40th CERSAIE.
Diverse designs enable ceramic tiles to be versatile in both residential spaces and commercial facilities.
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