On October 12, 2024, the award ceremony for the 12th China Italy Ceramic Award took place in Foshan. In this competition, high-end products from China tiles manufacturer KITO and Italian brand UNICA, a premium porcelain slab brand under the ABK Group, won two well-deserved honors: the "Gold Award for Creative Design" and the "Outstanding Porcelain Slab Product" award. These accolades were earned thanks to the latest application of 3D TECH technology, combined with cutting-edge design concepts and striking product aesthetics.
As one of the most prestigious international awards in the Chinese ceramic industry, the China Italy Ceramic Award has been successfully held for 12 editions. It serves as the highest-level design competition platform in the industry. The winning entries are selected through a fair, professional, and rigorous process by a panel of authoritative Italian industry organizations and renowned international designers. The event attracts numerous industry experts and mainstream media, coming together to celebrate this grand occasion.
To meet consumers' demands for high-end aesthetics and home applications, KITO has delved deeply into global trends and conducted thorough research into international markets. Since 2015, KITO has established an innovative model of "Chinese brand, Italian manufacturing" through collaborations with Italian designers and creating a production base in Italy. This approach has driven the internationalization of product development and design. Transitioning from OEM to brand export, KITO actively engages in the global ceramic supply chain, introducing international innovative design talent and showcasing the company's growing competitiveness and ambitious global resource strategy.
On July 24, 2024, China tiles manufacturer KITO formed a strategic partnership with the ABK Group, introducing UNICA, a premium porcelain slab brand under the ABK Group. This powerful collaboration opens up new horizons for development, offering high-end consumers a more diverse, creative, and personalized range of product options. It also promises broader market prospects and growth opportunities for both parties.
▲ Hou Bo, Deputy General Manager of KITO Group (left), and Alessia Zerbini, APAC Regional Director of Italy's ABK Group (right)
At this year’s Cersaie in Bologna, Italy, leading Italian brands showcased outstanding performances in 3D relief technology and creative design, with their tile products representing cutting-edge ceramic production technology. Both parties will work closely to drive innovation and progress in ceramic craftsmanship, positioning UNICA products to enter the international market with a more advanced presence.
The award-winning product draws inspiration from rare luxury stones worldwide, combining multiple advanced techniques such as 3D tech, P. tech, and dry granules. It faithfully reproduces the intricate textures and details of luxury stones in high definition, while offering excellent anti-slip and anti-stain performance. With both aesthetics and functionality, the product is not only visually stunning but also highly durable!
PIETRA ANGELITE
Size: 1200 x 2800 mm
Thickness: 6 mm
Surface: LAP
ARABESCATO CALDO
Size: 1200 x 2800 mm
Thickness: 6 mm
Surface: LAP
