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Following the “ writing zone ” trend in interior design , Ardesia from Rosenthal allows chefs to write messages directly onto tableware , personalizing each guest ’ s dining experience . The black or colored matte finish transforms porcelain into a blackboard . It can be applied to every porcelain collection on small or large surfaces . Rosenthal , Selb , Germany . hotel . rosenthal . de
The plates and bowls in Zieher ’ s Unique series are made of clear glass with decorative black and white glass , which creates streaks and swirls in eye-catching designs . The centrifugal casting process generates slight variations in each item ’ s size , strength and shape , making each piece unique . All the items are available in black and white . The underside of the plates and outside of the bowls are blasted for a satin look and appealing feel . Zieher , Himmelkron , Germany . zieher . com , info @ zieher . com
Unique shapes used in the Suggestions tableware line from Rak Porcelain help chefs express themselves by fusing form and function with their culinary ideas and inspiration , according to the company . Rak Porcelain , Luxembourg . rakporcelain . com
The Rock in Black Shale and White Glacier from Villeroy & Boch is a tableware line that draws inspiration from the visual and tactile qualities of organic material created within layers of slate over millions of years . Transforming real stone templates into porcelain imparts a realistic slate surface onto each piece . Villeroy & Boch , Luxembourg . villeroy-boch . com / hotel , info . hr @ villeroy-boch . com
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