Since humanity started creating art, they always took inspiration from the nature surrounding them, both in terms of colors and form. A clear example of this is traditional terracotta, which typically used the color of natural clays.
It shouldn't be surprising that even with glazed terracotta, where almost all colors are virtually possible, the idea of nature was always present, strongly influencing every artistic vision.
The idea for the Tradition collection is born out of simplicity and elegance, of an old look that has been made modern by the choice of colors combinations, to showcase the blending of both visions.
The collections is characterized by a color palette that is heavily inspired by the different elements of nature, with all its shades and tone differences. To better showcase the idea of nature, we studied four different blends, combining shades that remind the viewer of the element of inspiration, and mix together with perfect harmony.
Besides the blends, we also created a selection of single colors that would create the best result as a full wall look; different shades of blues and greens to reflect the idea of water and plants, characteristics of what makes our planet liveable for humans and so the most important.
The beauty of handmade terracotta is what makes our La Fornace material so special. Each piece is shaped by the hands of the artisans, dried in traditional kilns and then glazed one by one, so that every piece is unique and never the exact same as the others.
Because of the unique process, the sizes and colors have been chosen after long studies and researches not only of the market, but also of the likely end results.