21 October, World Energy Saving Day World Energy Saving Day aims to raise society’s awareness of daily energy consumption and the collective responsibility to use energy efficiently and responsibly, for our planet. In a world where the preservation of the environment is the biggest challenge, saving energy becomes an unavoidable duty. Each one of us…
Interior design that revolutionizes spaces and transforms life within them September saw two key meetings for creativity and innovation in interior spaces: the Maison & Objet trade fairs in Paris and Hábitat in Valencia. With an eminently commercial presence, both events have evolved to present cultural exhibitions, debates and round tables, featuring the prominent professionals…
Sustainability as a priority in the home of GENERATION Z Sustainability awareness, along with the use of technology, is one of the most distinctive features of Generation Z compared to previous generations. However, the feasibility of incorporating this philosophy into daily life depends to a large extent on the economic possibilities of each individual. In…
10 key ideas to pass on to your children in the kitchen Cooking can be a space for fun, learning and knowledge development for the youngest children, as well as encouraging healthy behavioural habits for them, society and the environment. Summer is coming to an end and with it, the holidays. The children return to…
Centennials‘ priorities and preferences for their home of the future En la era de la digitalización, la integración de la tecnología en el hogar se ha convertido en una cuestión clave para la generación Z, también conocida como los “nativos digitales”. Sin embargo, pese a los innegables avances de los últimos años, la revolución tecnológica…
Long-haul trends marked by the design seen at Fuori SALONE 23 in Milan The centre of the design world is Milan, the city opens its “salons” to the 400,000 or so professionals who come to the many meetings and events that unfold in every corner of the city. Transcendent messages prevail, those of vindication and…
Experts reflect on Generation Z and their approach to housing at Cosentino City Barcelona Barcelona, June 15, 2023. Cosentino City Barcelona has held a talk-colloquium on Home Z with the participation of experts in design, architecture, and art. The session was organized by the Silestone Institute, which has prepared the report “Hogar Z. The home…
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…