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Takeaways from the Coverings Connected 2020


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April 24, 2020

Originally planned to take place this past week in New Orleans, the show was able to go on for Coverings in a new virtual format, Coverings Connected. For four days, attendees were able to attend live webinars, view on-demand content and explore a digital showcase of more than 900 exhibitors. Each of the main regions of the tile industry – Spain, Italy and North America – offered their own view on trends. Here are the main takeaways.

View a gallery of new products from Coverings Connected HERE.

Classic Blue. Inspired by Pantone’s color of the year, this well-loved color is showing up in solids, patterns or as an accent. It pairs well with other tones and is known for creating a sense of calm in rooms it is used in.

Agata Blu from Florim USA

Maximalism. We’ve learned to love the minimalist look for more than a decade, but now consumers are looking for the complete opposite in bold, vivid surfaces. This is done more as an abstract expression and has to have a story that resonates with the homeowners.

Shown is Atlantis Teal from Intermatex USA

Biophilia. In a stressful time, nature has the power to relax homeowners. Tiles mimicking plants and nature with leaf prints, grassy motifs or palm designs can play a part in this, helping to improve cognitive function and enhance mood and creativity.

Shown is Opulence from Ceramiche Piemme

Mixed Geometrics. Sometimes it’s not the color that stands out, but the pattern. A trend seen at Coverings Connected was the creative use of shapes can trick the eye to thinking a space is larger or taller and add a sense of modernity and fun.

Shown is Chariot from Cortina

Aftermath Mashup: After the two World Wars ended, two memorable styles popped up in celebration. While these have been growing in style for some time, trend forecasters speculate that influences from the 1920s and 1950s – including patterns and colorways – will appear side by side as a result of the coronavirus crisis. 

Shown is the 3D Marble Mosaic from Everstone International

Bigger Wood Looks. No, the natural wood look is not going anywhere – particularly in North America. However, planks are getting longer and wider to introduce a more modern look to spaces.

Shown in Timberwood in Weathered Ivory

Texture Over Color. With the new technology tile manufacturers have available, it is now possible to make hard, ceramic tile look like it has the feel of something different, like textiles or paper. Subtle textures can add a sense of character to a monotone color palette and a touch of thoughtful detail to any space.

Shown is Victoria from Marca Corona

Looking for more surfaces? Keep a look out for our July/August issue, which will highlight trends in countertops, floors and wallcoverings.