A lexicon of colour shades for mixing. A large size and its submultiples. «This work represents a reflection on colour, and above all a proposal on how to transfer the multiplicity of shades typical of a hand-crafted piece into a project produced on a large scale.» Andrea Trimarchi & Simone Farresin Studio Formafantasma base their work in the design world on a strong vocation for research. Simone Farresin and Andrea Trimarchi view every project as an opportunity for study and the acquisition of new knowledge, and their love of speculation establishes a dialectic rapport with the situations offered by each new client. Whether it involves a material, a type or a production method, the first phase of their design process is the mapping of what the specific case places at their disposal. With Cedit, an analysis of the company's past and present was central to the inputs. Inevitably, since "Looking back to look forward" has been the design duo's mission statement for years. In this case, in particular, the company's history was a real treasure trove, a fine blend of memory and technology: on the one hand, the excellence of production technologies now extended with the added potential arising from the engineering of large-sized ceramic tiles, and on the other a wealth of experience build up with great designers of the past, from Zanuso to Noorda, through to <strong>Ettore Sottsass</strong>. Andrea and Simone decided to focus on Sottsass - who started designing for Cedit back in the late Seventies - and made an in-depth study of one of the colour charts he developed towards the end of the Nineties. A spread of colours which gave its name to the "41 Colors" collection, included in the catalogue of the period as a real alphabet for what has proved to be a lasting design language. Colour was much more than just a compulsory step in the dialogue between designer and producer, since Sottsass had already discovered the power of the mystery intrinsic to this universe of invention.<br /><br />With Cedit the master-designer, a long-established lover of ceramics and their crafted unpredictability, found a way of transferring his personal feeling for colour to a wide audience, through industrial mass production. And this assumption is another factor Formafantasma have inherited, interpreting it today with new, even more efficient technical resources just as capable of expressing the secrets of colour. «The concept of colour "in isolation" - Sottsass explained in a 1992 text - classified colour, Pantone, as they call it now, "scientific" colour, is something I still refuse to accept. (...) Colours, the idea of colour, are always intangible, they slip slowly away like words, that run through your fingers, like poetry, which you can never keep hold of, like a good story.» And Formafantasma seem to have chosen that distinction between colour "in isolation" and "intangible" yet ever-present colour as the basis of their work. However, their approach draws on their unique vocation for research and the technical resources of the third millennium. «This work - they explain to us - is a reflection on colour, and above all on <strong>how to bring the multiplicity of shades typical of a hand-crafted piece into a large-scale project</strong>.» The designers look at large, monochrome slabs and turn to the engineers for details of their secrets, their processing stages, the phases in their production. They appreciate that the colour of ceramic material, its ineffable secret, can still be present in the series and large tile sizes in which Cedit leads the way. They understand that this is, in itself, an expressive power which does not need channelling into forms, motifs and signs. But above all, they treat the surface as a large canvas on which they spread pure colour, which tends to be uniform but in fact is never really a "scientific", totally monochrome hue: it is not a Pantone. And this is the source of the fundamental insight, which only children of the transition from the analogue to the digital era could achieve, the reward for those who draw on the past to look to the future.<br /><br />The designers cut the slab into lots of regular pieces, not necessarily of the same size. They restore its identity as a "tile", a familiar name with something ancient about it, but which stands for a module, a unit of measurement, a building block. There is nothing nostalgic about this - on the contrary, the vision is completely new, and the portions of slab created can be reassembled with no restrictions, breaking down the unity of the whole and reviving its essence starting from its structure. As the cards in the pack are shuffled, what emerges is not a figure or motif but the representation of colour itself and its physical nature. It is live matter, born from the meeting of vibrating forces, the mixing of ever-varying percentages of the basic ingredients. And Formafantasma present us with the corpuscular, fragmented essence of these small frames of space and crystallised time, which reveal the code and formula of their composition. So Cromatica is a collection made up of six colours which actually have an infinite number of declinations and compositional possibilities. It is a "discrete" combination in the mathematical sense of the term, capable of generating multiple, variable subsets. At the same time, each slab can be used in its entirety, leaving the impression of analogue continuity unchanged. But what really amazes is the comparison and dialogue between the two approaches: a stroke of genius, laying clear the mysterious appeal the artificial reproduction of colour has always held for mankind. Because, as Sottsass said, «colours are language, a powerful, magical, intangible, flexible, continuous material, in which existence is made manifest, the existence that lives in time and space».
Discover the brilliance of Vescom Jewel - 2110.01, a premium multi-coloured wallcovering crafted with polyethylene yarn and recycled content. Its stunning irregular vertical stripe design brings vibrant character and sustainable sophistication to any space.
Bullet Points:
1️⃣ 🌿 Eco-Conscious Design
Vescom Jewel - 2110.01 is thoughtfully crafted with 82% polyethylene and 18% recycled polyester, combining style and sustainability to enhance your interiors responsibly. 🌎
2️⃣ 🖌️ Striking Vertical Stripe Effect
The irregular vertical stripe pattern creates an eye-catching aesthetic, while the multi-coloured palette injects dynamic energy into any room, perfect for both modern and timeless decors. 🏡
3️⃣ 📏 Generous Coverage, Seamless Finish
With a width of ±134 cm (±53 inches), Jewel - 2110.01 ensures efficient coverage with minimal seams, making it ideal for residential and commercial applications. 📐
4️⃣ 🔥 Reliable Safety Standards
Certified flame retardant (EN 13501, B, s1 - d0), this wallcovering prioritizes safety. Its exceptional lightfastness (ISO 105-B02 rating of 8) ensures colours stay vivid and fresh over time. 🛡️
5️⃣ 💪 Lightweight and Resilient
Weighing just ±310 gr/m² (±13 oz/yd²), Vescom Jewel - 2110.01 is both lightweight for easy handling and durable for long-lasting appeal. A perfect blend of practicality and elegance. 🏗️
Discover the brilliance of Vescom Jewel - 2110.03, a premium multi-coloured wallcovering crafted with polyethylene yarn and recycled content. Its stunning irregular vertical stripe design brings vibrant character and sustainable sophistication to any space.
1️⃣ 🌿 Eco-Conscious Design
Vescom Jewel - 2110.03 is thoughtfully crafted with 82% polyethylene and 18% recycled polyester, combining style and sustainability to enhance your interiors responsibly. 🌎
2️⃣ 🖌️ Striking Vertical Stripe Effect
The irregular vertical stripe pattern creates an eye-catching aesthetic, while the multi-coloured palette injects dynamic energy into any room, perfect for both modern and timeless decors. 🏡
3️⃣ 📏 Generous Coverage, Seamless Finish
With a width of ±134 cm (±53 inches), Jewel - 2110.03 ensures efficient coverage with minimal seams, making it ideal for residential and commercial applications. 📐
4️⃣ 🔥 Reliable Safety Standards
Certified flame retardant (EN 13501, B, s1 - d0), this wallcovering prioritizes safety. Its exceptional lightfastness (ISO 105-B02 rating of 8) ensures colours stay vivid and fresh over time. 🛡️
5️⃣ 💪 Lightweight and Resilient
Weighing just ±310 gr/m² (±13 oz/yd²), Vescom Jewel - 2110.03 is both lightweight for easy handling and durable for long-lasting appeal. A perfect blend of practicality and elegance. 🏗️
Discover the brilliance of Vescom Jewel - 2110.04, a premium multi-coloured wallcovering crafted with polyethylene yarn and recycled content. Its stunning irregular vertical stripe design brings vibrant character and sustainable sophistication to any space.
1️⃣ 🌿 Eco-Conscious Design
Vescom Jewel - 2110.04 is thoughtfully crafted with 82% polyethylene and 18% recycled polyester, combining style and sustainability to enhance your interiors responsibly. 🌎
2️⃣ 🖌️ Striking Vertical Stripe Effect
The irregular vertical stripe pattern creates an eye-catching aesthetic, while the multi-coloured palette injects dynamic energy into any room, perfect for both modern and timeless decors. 🏡
3️⃣ 📏 Generous Coverage, Seamless Finish
With a width of ±134 cm (±53 inches), Jewel - 2110.04 ensures efficient coverage with minimal seams, making it ideal for residential and commercial applications. 📐
4️⃣ 🔥 Reliable Safety Standards
Certified flame retardant (EN 13501, B, s1 - d0), this wallcovering prioritizes safety. Its exceptional lightfastness (ISO 105-B02 rating of 8) ensures colours stay vivid and fresh over time. 🛡️
5️⃣ 💪 Lightweight and Resilient
Weighing just ±310 gr/m² (±13 oz/yd²), Vescom Jewel - 2110.04 is both lightweight for easy handling and durable for long-lasting appeal. A perfect blend of practicality and elegance. 🏗️
Discover the brilliance of Vescom Jewel - 2110.05, a premium multi-coloured wallcovering crafted with polyethylene yarn and recycled content. Its stunning irregular vertical stripe design brings vibrant character and sustainable sophistication to any space.
1️⃣ 🌿 Eco-Conscious Design
Vescom Jewel - 2110.05 is thoughtfully crafted with 82% polyethylene and 18% recycled polyester, combining style and sustainability to enhance your interiors responsibly. 🌎
2️⃣ 🖌️ Striking Vertical Stripe Effect
The irregular vertical stripe pattern creates an eye-catching aesthetic, while the multi-coloured palette injects dynamic energy into any room, perfect for both modern and timeless decors. 🏡
3️⃣ 📏 Generous Coverage, Seamless Finish
With a width of ±134 cm (±53 inches), Jewel - 2110.05 ensures efficient coverage with minimal seams, making it ideal for residential and commercial applications. 📐
4️⃣ 🔥 Reliable Safety Standards
Certified flame retardant (EN 13501, B, s1 - d0), this wallcovering prioritizes safety. Its exceptional lightfastness (ISO 105-B02 rating of 8) ensures colours stay vivid and fresh over time. 🛡️
5️⃣ 💪 Lightweight and Resilient
Weighing just ±310 gr/m² (±13 oz/yd²), Vescom Jewel - 2110.05 is both lightweight for easy handling and durable for long-lasting appeal. A perfect blend of practicality and elegance. 🏗️
Enhance your interiors with Vescom Fraser, a premium wallcovering featuring a striking 3-dimensional architectural weave in opaque, softly reflective shades. Made from high-performance polyethylene tape yarn, this versatile design is available with an acrylic backing or as an unbacked option, offering exceptional durability, elegance, and eco-conscious features.
Bullet Points:
1️⃣ 🌿 Sustainable and Eco-Friendly
Vescom Fraser is PFAS-free, low in VOC emissions (CAL 01350 certified), and compliant with the Living Building Challenge Red List. A perfect choice for those prioritizing sustainable and healthy interior solutions. 🌎
2️⃣ 🖌️ Stunning 3D Architectural Weave
The dimensional weave design and softly reflective tones create an elegant and modern aesthetic, adding depth and texture to any space. Ideal for both residential and commercial interiors. 🎨
3️⃣ 📏 Flexible Material Options
Available in widths of ±137 cm (±54 inches), Fraser comes with options for acrylic backing (2109.XXB) or unbacked (2109.XXU), ensuring adaptability to your specific project requirements. 📐
4️⃣ 🔥 Safety and Durability Guaranteed
Certified flame retardant (EN 13501, B, s1 - d0), this wallcovering provides reliable safety and peace of mind. Its high lightfastness (ISO 105-B02, rating 8) ensures long-lasting vibrancy even in well-lit spaces. 🛡️
5️⃣ 💧 Enhanced Breathability and Lightweight
With water vapor permeability (<0.5 m SD value) and a weight range of ±242-293 gr/m² (±11-13 oz/yd²), Vescom Fraser is lightweight, breathable, and easy to install, making it a practical yet luxurious wall solution. 💪
Tags:
Polyethylene Wallcovering, 3D Architectural Weave, Low VOC Wall Decor, PFAS-Free Wallcovering, Sustainable Interior Wall Design, Flame Retardant Wallcovering, Lightfast Wall Material, Water Vapor Permeable Wallcovering, Vescom Fraser Collection, Acrylic Backing Wallcovering
Enhance your interiors with Vescom Fraser, a premium wallcovering featuring a striking 3-dimensional architectural weave in opaque, softly reflective shades. Made from high-performance polyethylene tape yarn, this versatile design is available with an acrylic backing or as an unbacked option, offering exceptional durability, elegance, and eco-conscious features.
Bullet Points:
1️⃣ 🌿 Sustainable and Eco-Friendly
Vescom Fraser is PFAS-free, low in VOC emissions (CAL 01350 certified), and compliant with the Living Building Challenge Red List. A perfect choice for those prioritizing sustainable and healthy interior solutions. 🌎
2️⃣ 🖌️ Stunning 3D Architectural Weave
The dimensional weave design and softly reflective tones create an elegant and modern aesthetic, adding depth and texture to any space. Ideal for both residential and commercial interiors. 🎨
3️⃣ 📏 Flexible Material Options
Available in widths of ±137 cm (±54 inches), Fraser comes with options for acrylic backing (2109.XXB) or unbacked (2109.XXU), ensuring adaptability to your specific project requirements. 📐
4️⃣ 🔥 Safety and Durability Guaranteed
Certified flame retardant (EN 13501, B, s1 - d0), this wallcovering provides reliable safety and peace of mind. Its high lightfastness (ISO 105-B02, rating 8) ensures long-lasting vibrancy even in well-lit spaces. 🛡️
5️⃣ 💧 Enhanced Breathability and Lightweight
With water vapor permeability (<0.5 m SD value) and a weight range of ±242-293 gr/m² (±11-13 oz/yd²), Vescom Fraser is lightweight, breathable, and easy to install, making it a practical yet luxurious wall solution. 💪
Tags:
Polyethylene Wallcovering, 3D Architectural Weave, Low VOC Wall Decor, PFAS-Free Wallcovering, Sustainable Interior Wall Design, Flame Retardant Wallcovering, Lightfast Wall Material, Water Vapor Permeable Wallcovering, Vescom Fraser Collection, Acrylic Backing Wallcovering
Embrace sustainability and elegance with Vescom Dale, a natural wallcovering made with 70% post-consumer recycled wool. Offered in seven soft mélange tones, this high-quality wallcovering combines warmth, texture, and eco-conscious design to elevate your interiors with a touch of timeless sophistication.
1️⃣ 🌿 Sustainable Craftsmanship
Vescom Dale features 70% post-consumer recycled wool, supported by a blend of polyester and polyamide on a non-woven backing. It's a luxurious and eco-friendly choice for environmentally mindful interior designs. 🌎
2️⃣ 🖌️ Elegant Mélange Tones
Available in seven soft mélange hues, this wallcovering adds subtle sophistication and warmth to any room. The natural wool texture enhances both modern and traditional aesthetics. 🎨
3️⃣ 📏 Wide Coverage for Seamless Installation
Measuring ±134 cm (±53 inches) in width, Dale wallcovering offers generous coverage and a flawless finish for large-scale applications. 📐
4️⃣ 🔥 Certified Safety and Durability
This flame-retardant wallcovering meets EN 13501 (C, s1 - d0) and ASTM E84 standards, providing reliable safety for residential and commercial spaces. Superior lightfastness (ISO 105-B02 rating 8) ensures vibrant, long-lasting appeal. 🛡️
5️⃣ 💧 Breathable and Lightweight Design
With water vapor permeability (<0.5 m SD value) and a weight of ±310 gr/m² (±14 oz/yd²), Vescom Dale is not only lightweight but also breathable, enhancing the comfort and durability of your interiors. 💪
Tags:
Recycled Wool Wallcovering, Mélange Tone Wall Design, Sustainable Wall Material, Natural Interior Design, Flame Retardant Wool Wallcovering, Lightweight Breathable Wallcovering, Vescom Dale Collection, Eco-Friendly Wall Solution, Textured Wall Decor, Non-Woven Backing Wallcovering
Vescom Rila - 2107.05 Wallcovering | Sustainable Recycled Polyester | Graphic Grid Design | Flame Retardant
Product Description:
Elevate your interiors with Vescom Rila - 2107.05, a sustainable wallcovering crafted with 59% post-consumer recycled polyester. Featuring a striking graphic grid pattern and a horizontal mélange yarn effect, this wallcovering is a modern, eco-conscious choice that seamlessly combines durability, safety, and style.
Bullet Points:
1️⃣ 🌿 Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Materials
Made with 59% post-consumer recycled polyester on a non-woven backing, this wallcovering supports sustainable living without compromising on quality or aesthetics. 🌎
2️⃣ 🖌️ Graphic Grid with Mélange Yarn Effect
The bold graphic grid design, paired with a horizontal, irregular mélange yarn texture, creates a contemporary and sophisticated look, perfect for modern interiors. 🎨
3️⃣ 📏 Practical Dimensions for Seamless Coverage
With a width of ±134 cm (±53 inches) and a weight of ±269 gr/m² (±12 oz/yd²), Vescom Rila ensures efficient installation and optimal wall coverage. 📐
4️⃣ 🔥 Certified Flame Retardancy
Tested to meet EN 13501 (B, s1 - d0) and ASTM E84 (Pass, A) standards, this wallcovering offers reliable safety for residential and commercial spaces. 🛡️
5️⃣ 💧 Breathable and Durable Design
Engineered with water vapor permeability (<0.5 m SD value), Vescom Rila is lightweight, breathable, and built to last, ensuring long-term satisfaction. 💪
Tags:
Recycled Polyester Wallcovering, Graphic Grid Design, Mélange Yarn Wall Texture, Vescom Rila 2107.05, Flame Retardant Wallcovering, Eco-Friendly Interior Material, Sustainable Wall Solution, Durable Wall Decor, Non-Woven Backing Wallcovering, Contemporary Wall Design
Experience the luxurious texture of Vescom Sinkiang, a 100% rough silk wallcovering that exudes artisanal elegance. With its matte two-tonal effect and handcrafted horizontal slub yarn pattern, this exquisite wallcovering combines natural sophistication with impeccable craftsmanship, making it a standout feature for refined interiors.
Bullet Points:
1️⃣ 🌿 100% Pure Silk Composition
Crafted entirely from rough silk on a non-woven backing, Vescom Sinkiang showcases the natural beauty of silk with a luxurious texture and artisanal appeal. 🌟
2️⃣ 🖌️ Handcrafted Horizontal Slub Design
The matte two-tonal irregular pattern, achieved with horizontal slub yarns, creates a unique and timeless aesthetic that adds depth and character to your walls. 🎨
3️⃣ 📏 Elegant Dimensions and Lightweight Design
With a width of ±130 cm (±51 inches) and a weight of ±230 gr/m², Sinkiang offers exceptional coverage and a lightweight, easy-to-install wall solution. 📐
4️⃣ 🔥 Certified Safety and Reliability
Sinkiang meets EN 13501 (B, s1 - d0), ASTM E84 (Pass, A), and IMO 2010 FTP part 2–5 (Pass) standards for flame retardancy, ensuring safety in both residential and commercial settings. 🛡️
5️⃣ 💧 Breathable and Colorfast
Designed with water vapor permeability (<0.5 m SD value) and excellent lightfastness (ISO 105-B02 rating 6), this wallcovering maintains its beauty and durability over time. 💪
Tags:
Silk Wallcovering, Handcrafted Slub Yarn Design, Two-Tonal Matte Wall Texture, Vescom Sinkiang Collection, Flame Retardant Wallcovering, Luxurious Wall Decor, Sustainable Silk Wall Material, Durable Non-Woven Backing Wallcovering, Artisanal Wall Design, Lightweight Silk Wallcovering
Experience the luxurious texture of Vescom Sinkiang, a 100% rough silk wallcovering that exudes artisanal elegance. With its matte two-tonal effect and handcrafted horizontal slub yarn pattern, this exquisite wallcovering combines natural sophistication with impeccable craftsmanship, making it a standout feature for refined interiors.
Bullet Points:
1️⃣ 🌿 100% Pure Silk Composition
Crafted entirely from rough silk on a non-woven backing, Vescom Sinkiang showcases the natural beauty of silk with a luxurious texture and artisanal appeal. 🌟
2️⃣ 🖌️ Handcrafted Horizontal Slub Design
The matte two-tonal irregular pattern, achieved with horizontal slub yarns, creates a unique and timeless aesthetic that adds depth and character to your walls. 🎨
3️⃣ 📏 Elegant Dimensions and Lightweight Design
With a width of ±130 cm (±51 inches) and a weight of ±230 gr/m², Sinkiang offers exceptional coverage and a lightweight, easy-to-install wall solution. 📐
4️⃣ 🔥 Certified Safety and Reliability
Sinkiang meets EN 13501 (B, s1 - d0), ASTM E84 (Pass, A), and IMO 2010 FTP part 2–5 (Pass) standards for flame retardancy, ensuring safety in both residential and commercial settings. 🛡️
5️⃣ 💧 Breathable and Colorfast
Designed with water vapor permeability (<0.5 m SD value) and excellent lightfastness (ISO 105-B02 rating 6), this wallcovering maintains its beauty and durability over time. 💪
Tags:
Silk Wallcovering, Handcrafted Slub Yarn Design, Two-Tonal Matte Wall Texture, Vescom Sinkiang Collection, Flame Retardant Wallcovering, Luxurious Wall Decor, Sustainable Silk Wall Material, Durable Non-Woven Backing Wallcovering, Artisanal Wall Design, Lightweight Silk Wallcovering