how LAUFEN redefines bathrooms through material innovation at milan design week 2026
laufen seeks a future direction that establishes longevity as a design principle, merging high-tech material science with a deep, human-centric empathy.
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LAUFEN
LAUFEN is one of the world’s leading manufacturers in porcelain sanitary ware, with a global distribution network. since 1892, the swiss company has been focused on craftsmanship. harnessing a knowledge of ceramics, combined with an experimental approach, LAUFEN is able to translate creative ideas into industrial processes resulting in the delicate ceramic material — realized with the highest attention and passion for swiss quality — for which it is known.
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LAUFEN sonar collection by patricia urquiola shaped like sound-waves in water
from a 'floating' washbasin to elegant bathtub, sonar's slim, sculpted yet highly robust form was only possible through the use of LAUFEN's innovative saphirkeramik material.
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Marca Corona Award 2027 | Contest for artists and designers under 35 $ 1,675.00 USD deadline: january 11th, 2027 2026 London Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 17th, 2026 2026 TITAN Property Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 Compasso d’Oro International Design Award 2027 deadline: january 20th, 2027 L A M P International Lighting Design Competition deadline: october 31st, 2026 Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2027 $ 56,305.00 USD deadline: september 15th, 2027 International Furniture Design Competition Asahikawa [IFDA] deadline: december 11th, 2026 2026 Rome Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 10th, 2026 Museum of Emotions #9 $ 9,140.00 USD deadline: february 22nd, 2027 Call for Entries: UX Design Awards - Spring 2027 deadline: november 15th, 2026 
