Tile of Spain, the international brand representing more than 100 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers Association (ASCER), announces the winners of the 24th annual Tile of Spain Awards of Architecture and Interior Design. The prestigious panel of judges, led by acclaimed architect Julio Touza Rodriguez, gathered at ASCER’s headquarters, in Castellón, Spain, last month to review this year’s project submissions and select winners across three categories: Architecture, Interior Design, and Master’s Thesis Project.
Winning Projects
Architecture
Casa Marratxí, by Casas inHAUS
Praised by the jury for its masterful integration of ceramics within the industrialized construction system, Casa Marratxí successfully utilizes a single material, applied both indoors and out in standard formats, to clearly reinforce the modular housing concept. This project stands out for its unique building shapes and consistent use of ceramic pieces, showcasing that the material is well suited for prefabricated construction.
Interventions in the Monastery of Santa María de Sijena, by Pemán y Franco Arquitectos/Sebastián Arquitectos
Featuring subtle ceramic paving composed of triangular pieces arranged with an intentionally natural feel and slightly separated from the walls, Interventions in the Monastery of Santa María de Sijena distinguishes itself as an elegant and meticulous restoration project. The judges celebrated how this project enhances the monastery’s beauty, adding authenticity and unique character to the space.
Honorable Mentions:
- Ferrobús Pavilion, by EOVASTUDIO
- The Mill Path (El Camino de la Almazara), by CARPE STUDIO/Miguel Hernández Alonso–Piano Piano Studio
Interior Design
Brickell Penthouse Miami, by François Guglielmina–TOGU Miami Design
The jury celebrated Brickell Penthouse Miami for its distinctive neo-pop aesthetic, drawing inspiration from American urban style. This spectacular penthouse is also a standout for its exceptional quality and sophisticated design. Natural light is utilized as another material, interacting with the large-format ceramics, whose mineral texture enhances the space’s brightness.
Boc Beach, by Il Mio Design
Admired by the jury for its innovative approach and daring use of ceramic colors and textures, Boc Beach features a skillful combination of varied formats to curate a cohesive identity that seamlessly links the interior and exterior spaces. This project’s appeal lies in its distinct 1960’s rock ‘n roll character, where ceramics play a defining role and color asserts an undeniable presence.
Honorable Mentions:
- Hotel Kimpton Los Monteros, by El Equipo Creativo
- Lapis Domus, by RUIZVELAZQUEZ STUDIO
- Hipotels Don Juan, by Il Mio Design
Master’s Thesis Project
Manos Cerámicas, by Manuel Alexander Fustamante Mori (CEU San Pablo University, Madrid)
The jury commended this project and its tribute to ceramics, both in their broad expression and deep connection to local tradition. The proposal demonstrates a profound understanding of the ceramic process, utilizing it as a guiding element that shapes the spatial sequence and organizes a route that revitalizes the vacated and deteriorated areas of Los Loros, La Gomera. Special attention was given to the study of compositions and patterns, which create a dynamic environment that still honors traditional architecture and artisan workshops.
Honorable Mention:
- Garoé, by Marta Morato Costa (ETSA Madrid)
About Tile of Spain
The Tile of Spain brand represents a consortium of Spanish ceramic producers. A strong global leader, the Spanish ceramic tile sector comprises more than 100 companies, concentrated primarily in the province of Castellón. The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER), together with the España Exportación e Inversiones (ICEX), are the organizations whose objective is to support Spain’s ceramic tile manufacturers and the industry as a whole by stewarding and promoting the Tile of Spain brand worldwide.
About the Awards
The objective of the Tile of Spain Awards is to promote the use of Spanish ceramic tiles in architecture and interior design projects, both in Spain and abroad, and the program is held in high esteem by architecture professionals. The awards offer cash prizes totaling €32,000, divided among four areas. In all categories, entries are welcome from both Spanish and international participants. Full details of this and previous editions of the awards are available at www.tileofspainawards.com.
