The Art of Design Issue 70 2024 | Page 55

INSPIRED BY ANCIENT ROME
Calacatta Roma is a new finish that fuses elegance and timeless beauty . Recently honoured by Architectural Digest in its prestigious 2024 Great Design Award , Calacatta Roma is inspired by the splendour of Ancient Rome ’ s Italian Carrara marble , combining classic elegance with modern sophistication . Its ochre and grey veins stand out against the white background , providing sobriety and distinction . It is an ideal choice for spaces that require a touch of luxury and refinement , while maintaining durability and functionality .
SINTERED STONE
Crafted through an ingenious process of extreme heat and pressure , Neolith ’ s surfaces withstand daily wear and tear . Highly resistant to scratches , heat , stains , and UV
radiation , sintered stone is an enduring material retaining its sleek appearance for generations . Its robust nature ensures all manner of applications , from shower enclosures to worktops , remain beautiful , even under the most demanding circumstances . In today ’ s fast-paced world , Neolith offers effortless maintenance . Non-porous and hygienic , it needs only mild soap and water for cleaning , reducing upkeep time for homeowners .
Thanks to its high-performance design and functionality , Neolith is suitable to numerous application types including in kitchens and bathrooms , interior cladding , and bespoke furnishings for indoor and outdoor use in hotel , hospitality , commercial and residential settings . Neolith surfaces also have the lowest crystalline silica content range in the market , below 9 %, as it doesn ’ t add crystalline silica sand as a raw material .
As part of its sustainability dedication , Neolith was the first company in the materials industry to achieve carbon neutrality , having offset its main sources of emissions in 2019 . Besides that , Neolith recycles the totality of the industrial water used and 100 % of the electricity used during the production process comes from renewable sources .
Sintered stone offers a vast array of colours and textures , appealing to both designers and homeowners . Whether replicating the allure of marble , the ruggedness of concrete , the warmth of wood , or the sophistication of granite , it effortlessly complements any aesthetic vision .
The SBID Awards have firmly established themselves as one of the most prestigious recognitions of design excellence in the interior design industry . Winners will be awarded the crystal SBID International Design Awards 2024 trophy at the official ceremony , held at the Royal Lancaster London .
For more information and to cast your vote , please visit www . sbidawards . com Voting closes at 5pm ( BST ) on Wednesday 11th September 2024 .
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