CHICAGO, April 18, 2008 – Italian stone and tile manufacturer GranitiFiandre will introduce its American-produced Nihon Collection at
Coverings 2008 to be held April 29 – May 2 in Orlando. The Nihon Collection will be on display at GranitiFiandre’s booth (#3200), along with the company’s comprehensive array of surfacing products.
“GranitiFiandre’s Nihon Collection is the latest innovation from our U.S. production facility and fully demonstrates our commitment to providing our North American clientele with high quality, creative, and environmentally-responsible surfacing options,” said
Jeanne Nichols, vice president—sales and marketing for GranitiFiandre in the United States.
Working in collaboration with artists Jake and Kotomi Yoshida (studioyoshida.com), Nihon explores cultural influences from the “Land of the Rising Sun.” Elements of a Japanese garden – plants, stone, and water – are all represented in this serene, all natural porcelain surfacing collection. Nihon’s weathered, earthen hues with subtle shadings evoke nature’s calm in a unique and tranquil mix of tradition, modernity, spirituality, and technology.
Nori - this subtle black porcelain honors the advanced cultivation of high-end black seaweed used for centuries in sushi and other Japanese dishes.
Ishi - this soft grey porcelain is reminiscent of the tranquil beauty found in Japanese sand and stone gardens.
Yuki - the name of this peaceful white porcelain means snow in the Japanese language.
Tatami - this raw brown porcelain was inspired by traditional woven straw floor mats widely used in Japan and especially associated with religious rites and tea ceremonies.
Goma - this natural beige porcelain was inspired by sesame, a popular and nutritious ingredient in Japanese fare believed to offer many health benefits.
Availability includes 24''x 24'', 12''x 24'', 6''x 24'', 4''x 24'', 2''x 24'', 18''x 18'' and 18''x 12'' formats, along with special pieces and trims.
GranitiFiandre is known worldwide for the Italian production of beautiful, innovative, and high-performance surfacing products. These same outstanding products are also produced at the GranitiFiandre Group’s state-of-the-art, USA facility located in Cumberland County, Tennessee. Purchasing made-in-the-USA products may help with LEED requirements.
About GranitiFiandre
Founded in 1961 in Castellarano, Italy, GranitiFiandre has for decades supplied global customers with the highest quality selection of fine architectural surfacing products. With international facilities in Italy, Germany, and the United States, as well as a global distribution network, GranitiFiandre is equipped to address product needs for an array of architectural and design situations. The company’s United States operations are managed through Trans Ceramica with American headquarters based in the Chicago area.
Dedication to a healthy and safe environment is an important part of GranitiFiandre’s history, and the company proudly continues the tradition of environmental leadership at its United States facility. Significant investments in materials usage efficiency, air quality protection, water resource management, and energy efficiency are the hallmarks of GranitiFiandre’s corporate stewardship.
For more information, visit granitifiandreusa.com.
