“Beauty is no quality in things themselves: it exists merely in the mind which contemplates them; and each mind perceives a different beauty.”
David Hume
“Beauty is the poetry of matter” argued the Italian artist Alberto Burri, who transformed humble, ordinary materials into works of art infused with his unmistakable creative energy.
Looking beyond appearances. Letting the material guide the form, unlocking new expressive possibilities that nurture the essence of timeless beauty. Because rediscovering the true soul of materials and techniques is a poetic exercise.
“Grasping the poetry of materials means enhancing
their expressive power through their specific
characteristics and unique qualities, overcoming their limits
to bring the visions of an architectural project to life.”
It is in the unexpected that the real takes shape, and where wonder is hidden.
© Ph. Mauro Burchiani
Krei contributes with its deep expertise to exploring the world of marble, terracotta, seamless surfaces, and mosaics through a contemporary lens, highlighting their endless possibilities in architecture and interior design.
Countless material solutions complement different types of spaces, combining aesthetics and functionality to enhance every environment with an exclusive touch.
© Ph. Mauro Burchiani
Noble materials such as marble, terracotta, terrazzo, and brass step beyond the ordinary, enhanced by experimental techniques and handcrafted finishes, because uniqueness lies in the fusion of elements, rigorous Made in Italy craftsmanship, artisanal care, and meticulous attention to detail.
© Ph. Mauro Burchiani
From selecting the most suitable material to choosing the appropriate finish, new visions for wall and floor coverings emerge, becoming powerful creative tools in the hand of architects and interior designers.
From mosaics that “furnish” spaces with a touch of contemporary design, offering a more eccentric effect through metallic gleams (gold, iron, aluminium, bronze) featuring polished surfaces that play with reflections and create ever-changing light effects.
© Ph. Mauro Burchiani
To precious marbles and granites that combine exceptional aesthetic appeal with unique qualities such as durability and long-lasting resistance, bestowing a timeless charm on any space. The exploration of materials goes beyond the familiar, freeing the imagination: a gaze that embraces limitless surfaces, offering a modern reinterpretation of classic and prestigious materials.
New artistic visions take shape through unique bucchero pieces, an ancient black ceramic moulded into new silhouettes for furniture accents and unprecedented decorative objects – sculptural, refined, and striking.
A poetic act carved into the material.
© Ph. Mauro Burchiani
Text: Silvia Cutuli
Model: Giorgia Capocecera
Krei, a partner for architects, contractors, and designers, supports the research, selection, and installation of materials that best meet the client’s aesthetic and functional requirements. By exploring the world of marble, terracotta, seamless surfaces, and mosaics, it highlights the endless possibilities of new trending materials in the field of architecture.
