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Introduction to CEDIT: Florim is revitalizing the CEDIT brand, renowned for its innovative ceramic design. Historically, CEDIT has collaborated with prominent designers and artists to create unique ceramic collections that merge craftsmanship with technology. The brand aims to continue this legacy by partnering with contemporary Italian artists to produce new, stylistically distinct collections.
Historical Significance: For over fifty years, CEDIT has been a pioneer in the ceramic industry, known for its aesthetic and technical experimentation. The brand's collaborations with significant figures in architecture, art, and design have contributed to its reputation for excellence in product quality and innovation.
Product Development: CEDIT has evolved from producing small-format tiles in the 1950s to larger, more complex designs. The brand has consistently pushed the boundaries of decorative experimentation, influencing consumer tastes and industry standards. The introduction of modular and decorative elements is a hallmark of the brand.
Innovative Collaborations: CEDIT has a history of engaging with prominent designers to create groundbreaking collections. Notable collaborations include the "SZ1" series by Marco Zanuso and Alberto Scarzella, and the "Collezione 68," featuring designs by Enzo Mari and Ettore Sottsass. These collaborations have positioned CEDIT as a leader in integrating artistic innovation with industrial production.
Future Vision: CEDIT aims to continue its tradition of excellence by fostering creative dialogues between artisans and artists. The brand's Italian identity is central to its mission, emphasizing the importance of craftsmanship and technological innovation in enhancing the quality of living spaces.
Exhibitions and Projects: The "16 giochi a parete" exhibition invited visitors to explore new perceptions of ceramic-clad surfaces, reinforcing the idea of using ceramic tiles as flexible and dynamic design elements.
Recent Developments: CEDIT continues its tradition of innovation by commissioning new collections from contemporary designers and artists, such as "Matrice" and "Metamorfosi," focusing on experimental use of materials and design languages.
Franco Guerzoni's Artistic Exploration: Franco Guerzoni, an artist from Modena, explores archaeology through art, focusing on cultural stratifications and the concept of the 'antique' as a symbol of loss and absence. His work employs various techniques, including photography, to create art that often references contemporary artists.
Main Works and Exhibitions: Guerzoni's notable works include "Carta di viaggio," "Museo ideale," and "Impossibili restauri." His projects, such as "Decorazioni e rovine" at the Venice Biennale, focus on themes of time and the poetics of ruins.
Concepts and Inspirations: Guerzoni's work is inspired by history as a living presence, with walls and frescoes revealing details through light. Influenced by André Malraux's concept of the imaginary museum, he explores themes of time, form, and image superimposition.
Archeologie Ceramics Collection: The 'Archeologie' ceramics collection by Guerzoni uses large ceramic surfaces to convey his pictorial language, featuring complex backgrounds and layered images. This 'reverse archaeology' approach combines different historical eras, transforming ceramic slabs into works of art.
Conclusion: CEDIT's commitment to creativity and collaboration has positioned it as a leader in the ceramic tile industry. Guerzoni's work, particularly in the 'Archeologie' collection, demonstrates a unique blend of artistic vision and technological innovation, resulting in ceramic walls that serve as both decorative elements and lasting memories.
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AR CHE OLO GIE Franco Guerzoni ceDiT

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ARCHEOLOGIE Franco Guerzoni 6 Florim presenta CEDIT Florim presents CEDIT 10 CEDIT: le ceramiche d’ltalia che hanno fatto storia CEDIT: Italian ceramic tiles that have shaped history 28 Autore: biografia sintetica e opere Author: brief biography and main works 37 Archeologie: note sulla collezione Archeologie: notes on the collection 54 Silvia Evangelisti Archeologie. Tema e variazioni di segni e superfici Archeologie. Theme And Variations Of Signs And Surfaces 64 Ambientazioni Renderings 84 Gamma delle lastre ceramiche Ceramic slab range 94 Schema di alcune composizioni degli elementi in gamma...

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Florim presenta CEDIT | Florim presents CEDIT Claudio Lucchese Chairman of Florim Claudio Lucchese Presidente Florim Dopo una straordinaria stagione che ha visto il marchio protagonista di una sperimentazione materiale e stilistica senza precedenti, Florim rilancia CEDIT. Nato dalla volontà di esplorare nuove modalità espressive utili a caratterizzare la cultura dell’abitare, questa realtà è stata interprete di un’avventura unica nel panorama del Novecento, associando il suo nome alle prestigiose firme - tra gli altri - di Marco Zanuso, Ettore Sottsass, Enzo Mari, Alessandro Mendini, Sergio Asti,...

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Florim presenta CEDIT | Florim presents CEDIT Stefano Torrenti Amministratore Delegato Florim Stefano Torrenti CEO Florim L’idea del rilancio del marchio CEDIT nasce dall’ambizione di dare una nuova prospettiva di espressione ad una delle realtà manifatturiere più prestigiose e sperimentali nel panorama italiano del Novecento. In piena coerenza con la filosofia Florim - ben sintetizzata dal nostro “Forti del passato, proiettati nel futuro” - intendiamo dare continuità alla straordinaria intuizione originaria di CEDIT, che guardava al dialogo con l’arte e con il design come a una necessità prioritaria...

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ARCHEOLOGIE CEDIT: le ceramiche d’ltalia che hanno fatto storia | CEDIT: Italian ceramic tiles that have shaped history ARCHEOLOGIE CEDIT: le ceramiche d’ltalia che hanno fatto storia | CEDIT: Italian ceramic tiles that have shaped history CEDIT: LE CERAMICHE D’lTALIA CHE HANNO FATTO STORIA II marchio CEDIT Ceramiche d’ltalia e - da oltre cinquant’anni - sinonimo di sperimentazione applicata alla ricerca estetica e tecnica nell’ambito della ceramica. Marchio d’autore e azienda d’eccezione, la CEDIT ha saputo sviluppare negli anni un’attenzione unica alla pratica progettuale e alla tradizione...

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CEDIT: le ceramiche d’Italia che hanno fatto storia | CEDIT: Italian ceramic tiles that have shaped history riuscendo a influenzare la sensibilità degli acquirenti e degli addetti del settore. Da semplice decoro su piastrella, il segno grafico assume il valore di un vettore visivo che si esprime nella dimensione dell’architettura realizzata, dando sostanza e intensità agli ambienti e stabilendo nuove possibilità di relazione tra le superfici di calpestio orizzontali e i rivestimenti verticali. Il desiderio di ampliare la gamma produttiva conduce ad esplorare una serie di possibilità che, nel...

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ARCHEOLOGIE CEDIT: le ceramiche d’ltalia che hanno fatto storia | CEDIT: Italian ceramic tiles that have shaped history Nel 1968 I’azienda introduce nel mondo della produzione ceramica un fattore di innovazione assoluta, realizzando un nuovo campionario che, combinando i decori della tradizione con i disegni concretamente innovativi di alcuni protagonisti del progetto moderno, interpreta e anticipa le necessity e il gusto dell’epoca: per la prima volta, un’azienda attiva nel campo della produzione di piastrelle di rivestimento si candida a interpretare la “moda dell’anno”, suggerendo soluzioni...

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ARCHEOLOGIE CEDIT: le ceramiche d’ltalia che hanno fatto storia | CEDIT: Italian ceramic tiles that have shaped history grafici, architetti e designer resta la medesima: guardare ai muri delle case, alle pareti, come superfici fantastiche, fogli da disegno sui quali rappresentare un’idea rivoluzionaria di liberta progettuale, di ambiente vivo e relazionato alla sensibilita dell’abitante e alle sue esigenze. E cosi che per tutti gli anni Settanta la CEDIT percorre la linea della cooperazione interdisciplinare, mantenendo una certa distanza tecnico-estetica dai suoi concorrenti e sviluppando inediti...

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ARCHEOLOGIE CEDIT: le ceramiche d’ltalia che hanno fatto storia | CEDIT: Italian ceramic tiles that have shaped history ARCHEOLOGIE CEDIT: le ceramiche d’ltalia che hanno fatto storia | CEDIT: Italian ceramic tiles that have shaped history CEDIT: ITALIAN CERAMIC TILES THAT HAVE SHAPED HISTORY The CEDIT Ceramiche d’Italia brand has been synonymous for over fifty years with ground-breaking experimentation in the design and technology of ceramic coverings. An outstanding design and corporate brand, over the years CEDIT has successfully developed a unique focus on the process of design and the Italian...

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ARCHEOLOGIE CEDIT: le ceramiche d’ltalia che hanno fatto storia | CEDIT: Italian ceramic tiles that have shaped history ARCHEOLOGIE CEDIT: le ceramiche d’ltalia che hanno fatto storia | CEDIT: Italian ceramic tiles that have shaped history Marcello Pirro, Noe 925, Noe 927, Flutti, 1973 expressed within the context of the architectural project itself, giving substance and intensity to interiors and establishing new potentials in the relationship between floors, pavings and wall coverings. The commitment to expanding the production range led to the exploration of a series of options, culminating,...

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ARCHEOLOGIE CEDIT: le ceramiche d’ltalia che hanno fatto storia | CEDIT: Italian ceramic tiles that have shaped history ARCHEOLOGIE CEDIT: le ceramiche d’ltalia che hanno fatto storia | CEDIT: Italian ceramic tiles that have shaped history by creating a new sample collection which combined traditional decorations with genuinely innovative designs by leading modern designers, responding to and shaping the needs and taste of the period. It was the first time a ceramic wall tile manufacturer had set out to interpret the “year’s fashions”, by suggesting functional, decorative home design solutions...

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