Ceramics of Italy is set to create its own universe in the form of an Italian Pavilion at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair this week. This marks the group's 5th appearance at the fair and also the 20th anniversary of its Tile Competition for the design trade.

The pavilion will showcase the latest designs from eight Italian tile companies: Atlas Concorde, Cooperativa Ceramica d'Imola, Fap Ceramiche, Florim, Refin, Sant'Agostino, Settecento, and Tagina. Special introductions include design collaborations between Refin and Milan-based graphic design firm Studio FM and also between Philippe Starck and Sant'Agostino. The latter represents Starck's first foray into ceramic tile.

Duravit will use the occasion of the International Contemporary Furniture Fair this week to launch its new DuraStyle collection, a collaboration with designer Matteo Thun. The collection is synonymous with Thun's democratic approach to design as well as with Duravit's understated, modern aesthetic.

The very modern, very peaceful line includes washbasins, mirrors, bidets, furniture, bathtubs, and rimless toilets. The idea is for understated design that makes a real statement.

Some companies just do certain things very well and M2L just knows how to design interesting, beautiful, comfortable seating. Make a modern statement, make a colorful statement, make a design statement with this juicy, lime green chair, part of the company's lineup for ICFF this week.

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I just want to be here. Feet up, drink in hand, listening to the water gently rippling in what I can only imagine is a soft, warm breeze. Well done, Royal Botania. For both the stellar photography and the stunning outdoor furniture.

The whitewashed look is straight out of Miami, but the beautiful surroundings prove it can make a fitting statement of both sophistication and relaxation anywhere. The NNX modular sofa will be a part of Royal Botania's selection at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair beginning in just a few short days.

Stop by the booth, take a seat and imagine yourself in one beautiful summer.

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