Moooi, renowned for its imaginative lighting and furniture, has expanded its creative realm with the introduction of its very first ceramic surfaces collection, aptly named 'The Nesting Room.' This groundbreaking collaboration with the Italian ceramic innovator, ABK Group, translates Moooi's distinctive fusion of fantasy, sophistication, and multi-sensory narratives into a tangible architectural form. Each surface, meticulously crafted from full-body porcelain stoneware, is designed to transform walls and floors into tranquil landscapes, imbued with texture, rhythm, and a profound sense of quiet contemplation.
Details of Moooi's Ceramic Surface Collection Debut
In a significant move, Moooi collaborated with the Italian ceramics giant, ABK Group, to unveil 'The Nesting Room' at Cersaie 2025 in Bologna. This collection draws inspiration from Moooi’s captivating 'Extinct Animals' universe and the inherent regenerative cycles found in nature. It introduces three distinct motifs: 'Hypnotic Owl,' 'Reiki Rhea,' and 'Cloistered Dove.' Each motif is meticulously designed to evoke a sense of calm, ritual, and natural balance, reflecting the serene essence of these tranquil creatures. The collection's foundation consists of neutral, sand-like bases, which provide a grounding backdrop, while intricate decorative patterns subtly introduce movement and depth. Available in four versatile formats – 120×280, 120×120, 60×120, and 60×60 – these tiles are engineered for seamless integration and combination across various rooms, offering expansive creative freedom for designers working on both residential and hospitality projects. The official debut took place at Cersaie 2025 in Bologna, where 'The Nesting Room' was showcased as a multi-sensory installation within the ABK Group stand. This immersive experience was conceived as a series of spaces dedicated to wellness, meditation, and a sense of protection, further enhanced by Moooi's signature lighting, furniture, and unique fragrances.
At the core of this collection lies a profound design philosophy that champions stillness as a paramount value. By drawing inspiration from diverse natural landscapes—ranging from the undulating forms of sand dunes and the rugged textures of volcanic terrain to the organic patterns of mineral formations—'The Nesting Room' presents a curated palette of earthy tones. These include serene Ivory, warm Hay, soft Powder, rich Terracotta, grounding Concrete, and intense Volcano. These base surfaces are deliberately understated, serving as a calm architectural foundation that allows texture, light, and intricate patterns to gradually reveal themselves throughout a space. Marcel Wanders, Moooi's founder and creative director, eloquently summarized the collection's essence: “'The Nesting Room' transcends mere surfaces; it is about cultivating sanctuaries of stillness, places where individuals can re-establish their connection with both themselves and the surrounding world.” In today's fast-paced environment, characterized by relentless motion and an incessant stream of notifications, this installation offered visitors a rare and invaluable opportunity to pause, enabling them to transition from a state of imbalance to one of renewed tranquility. Furthermore, certain selected surfaces within the collection incorporate ABK's advanced 3DTECH technology, which produces tactile reliefs that masterfully interact with light and shadow. These sculptural textures engage the sense of touch as much as visual perception, thereby enriching spaces such as bathrooms, spas, bedrooms, and dedicated wellness areas. Rather than functioning solely as isolated accents, these relief surfaces are designed for comprehensive integration throughout an interior, reinforcing the concept of surfaces as deeply experiential elements that are both seen and felt. Beyond the exhibition, Moooi’s ceramic surfaces empower designers to replicate this calming ambiance in everyday environments. From expansive statement slabs adorned with full-scale animal muses to rhythmic repeating decorative fields and tactile 3D surfaces, each panel bestows a luxurious, artisanal quality upon walls, floors, and even bespoke furnishings. The repetitive motifs subtly soften architectural lines through their inherent rhythm and texture, while a limited series of Special Edition bird panels introduces a more dramatic and poetic presence, with watchful silhouettes quietly animating the interior. Indeed, who says a zen space cannot also exude a touch of whimsical elegance?