Recycled finishes
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This collection of natural and recycled interior finishes is developed through a circular production process that reuses residual mineral-based materials. The finishes are manufactured from locally sourced waste streams, including recycled ceramics, terracotta, glass, stone, marble, kaolin, lava and soil-based minerals. These materials are recovered from regional manufacturers, processed and refined, and transformed into a plaster-based finish that reintroduces discarded resources into interior applications.
The production process is deliberately material-led. Recovered materials are crushed and processed into a fine base mixture that retains the natural colour and granular structure of the original source. No artificial pigments are added; instead, each finish derives its appearance directly from its material composition. As a result, the surfaces exhibit a tactile, mineral texture with visible variation, reflecting both the origin of the materials and the recycling process itself.
The collection comprises fourteen distinct finishes, each characterised by differences in colour, grain size and visual density. These variations result from the specific combination of minerals, ceramics or aggregates used, producing finishes that range from warm terracotta tones to lighter mineral surfaces and darker lava-based textures. While the aesthetic outcome is consistent in its natural expression, each finish is inherently unique.
The finishes are suitable for a broad range of interior applications, including walls, feature surfaces and decorative elements. They can be used in residential, commercial and hospitality environments, both in new-build projects and refurbishments. The material system is designed to accommodate different design and installation requirements through multiple supply formats.
The collection is available as a mixing powder, which can be combined with a resin and applied directly to a surface on site. This format allows for a high degree of flexibility, as the final texture can be adjusted through application techniques and tools. Alternatively, the finishes can be supplied as flat panels with a pre-applied textured layer of approximately 3 mm. These panels are available in standard dimensions of 2400 × 1200 mm, with custom sizes possible on request. A third option is the mosaic format, in which the finish is applied to individual tiles that can be combined into patterned or three-dimensional compositions.
Across all formats, the finishes maintain a consistent emphasis on material authenticity and circular use of resources. By preserving the inherent properties of recycled materials and reintroducing them into long-lasting interior surfaces, the collection offers an approach that combines material reuse with durable and expressive design outcomes.