The International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings is back in the Bologna Exhibition Centre from September 23 to 24 in Bologna, Italy. The show is a must-attend event for global industry professionals, renowned for the quality and innovation of the showcased products, the scope and depth of its cultural and educational initiatives, and its unique ability to bring together industry players from all over the world. 

Cersaie 2024 is envisioned as a space for architectural design, spanning everything from residential living spaces to large-scale contract proposals. It focuses on the interplay between personal and public spaces, from private buildings through to large public areas and urban landscapes.

This year, the exhibition spaces at the show span 15 halls, including the newly reopened Hall 18 dedicated to the ceramic industry. The 145,000-square-meter exhibition floor hosts a total of 606 exhibitors, including 38% non-Italian companies from 25 different countries. Ceramic tile is the most strongly represented sector, accounting for 55% of the space, followed by bathroom furnishings, non-ceramic surfaces, finishings and tile installation companies.

 Thousands of visitors to Cersaie are attending through Cersaie Business, the destination management event that involves the participation of more than 230 companies this year.

The show’s appeal is further enhanced by a packed programme of initiatives and events organised with the support of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Italian Trade Agency ITA.This year, Cersaie is introducing a new exhibit in the Services Centre called The Square, a 1,000-square-metre space that includes a conference auditorium, a design bookshop, a booth for a local radio station and a lounge. It acts as the central hub of Cersaie and is hosting numerous events including those organised as part of the 15th edition of the “building, dwelling, thinking” cultural programme. Curated by architect Dario Curatolo, the exhibit revisits the concept of a Bologna square as a place to meet, share information and socialise. 

Floor Trends & Installation is on-site and will report on trends and innovations throughout the week.