Home Z is minimalist, bright, open to the outside and with a clear delimitation of spaces. Generation Z youngsters are relatively conservative in terms of typology, configuration and home ownership; perhaps because they are deep-pocketed elements that seem less open to innovation. Will they be more receptive to current trends in home style and design? …
16 May, International Day of Light The International Day of Light is a global initiative, promoted by UNESCO, to increase awareness of the science and technologies of light and their impact on the world today. It commemorates the first emission of laser light in 1960, a scientific discovery that provides tools for the benefit of…
By paying attention to the impact that home design may have on our minds and behaviour, we can create spaces that support our mental and physical health. Neuroarchitecture studies how the built environment affects the brain and behaviour. The Silestone Institute offers some tips on how to create spaces that promote well-being and productivity: Incorporate…
Expedition to the new center of international design Maison&Objet Paris is positioning itself as one of the essential design events. As its title indicates, the mention of the word HOME added to OBJECT provides a link of closeness to the elements that live with us, those that make daily life more useful and beautiful. The…
Adapting the space in the home to coexist with pets is essential to ensure the comfort and well-being of both pets and people. A well-prepared home is not only a comfortable and safe place for pets, but also for owners. By considering the needs of both, you can create a home space that is safe,…
A report by the Silestone Institute outlines the trends for the coming years Homes recover their role as shelters from permanent exposure to social media but are also transformed into an environment that accumulates, offers, and displays experiences. Housing types and property, style and design, technology integration, sustainability, and the importance of the kitchen space…
Three key interior design trends for 2023 What is the next step of each transcendent trend in interior design? At the turn of each year, all of us analysts rush to speculate and predict the evolutionary evolution of the transformation of the environment around us in our daily actions. Interior design has become a nucleus…
Christmas is the time of the year when most food is wasted; it is estimated that 20% of what we buy ends up in the trash. This is a serious ethical, socioeconomic and environmental problem that also has a negative impact on our health. New regulations in our country, a Royal Decree on the Requirements…
FLASH TRENDS by Silestone Institute The metaverse is revealed as a perfect creative space for the design of interiors, surfaces and equipment. The Silestone Institute claims the role of the ‘virtual home’ as a driver and catalyst of trends. In 1980, an entrepreneur named Dennis Hope divided the Moon into plots to sell at popular…
With all that we have experienced these past two years, we realize how important it is to enjoy the little things, connect with ourselves and always seek our emotional well-being. We spend about 90% of our time indoors. In this sense, the home is our refuge to relax and connect with ourselves, seeking stability, emotional…