Kaza projects 2016

BESPOKE THE ART OF CREATING UNIQUE CONTEMPORARY CONCRETE TILES

I. CONCEPT

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verything begins with an idea. Preferably, an idea that can be visualised and transformed into a relief pattern.

Whether you have a final concept in your hands or only some sketches on a piece of paper, our design team will help you create a visually captivating surface.

design by Sam Frith

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t KAZA Concrete, we are proud to present the world’s

Q: What is the lead time for a bespoke project at Kaza Concrete?

Q: How do I submit my tile concept ideas?

first, truly bespoke tile design and manufacture

A: After the design has been finalised, precise mould pro-

A: Be it sketches on a piece of paper or ready-to-manufacture

process. If you are looking for a customised surface

duction takes 3 to 5 weeks. Now we can send a concrete

3D designs, our team will take on the design process if and

design for your next project, here are the steps to follow.

sample of the new design. Production of the order takes

where needed. Do not hesitate to ask for help in tailoring

an additional 3-5 weeks depending on the complexity and

any concept you have in mind!

quantity of tiles.

Q: What are the basic design rules I should take into account?

Q: What is the minimum order quantity required for a bespoke project?

A: 25 m 2 . A smaller surface area is also possible with a proportionally higher mould making cost.

A: Almost any detailed pattern and texture will be prepared with meticulous care. In terms of possible finesse of detail, consider coin designs as a reference. In general, think in patterns, shapes, depths, arrangements, colour collections and finishes. For more precise design help, please ask for KAZA’s Tile Design Guideline.

II. DESIGN

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III. FINAL PRODUCT

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AZA studio will prepare the 3D model of your tile design once the tile concept is finalised.

he designing process comes to an end once every participant is completely satisfied with the final object.

We will share the CGI renders with you, presenting the

It is then produced, treated, quality inspected, safety packed

surface you wish to create in a form suitable for client

at KAZA Concrete’s manufacturing space, and delivered to

presentation. This will help you to visualize the tangible

the project address along with installation and maintenance

form your tile will take after completion.

information. Your contemporary, concrete tile creation is ready.

Q: What about available colours and finishes?

A: As we work with pigment additives, we can mix and match

Q: Does KAZA ship to international locations?

A: Yes, our products are professionally packed, palletised and shipped worldwide to projects. We can provide quotations

almost any colour code or colour sample sent to us. We

for delivery.

offer tiles with matte, polished and special (e.g. metallic)

finishing.

Q: What happens to my design after the completion of the project it was made for? Will others be able to purchase

Q: At what point of the process do I have to pay any fees?

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tiles with my unique design?

A: We require an upfront payment for the production of

A: The finished and delivered tile design is your possession,

samples. This will be deducted from the project cost

you are free to keep it exclusive. We are, nevertheless, open

quoted, thus a sample requires commitment but no extra

to discuss possibilities of marketing the new tile design

payment.

through KAZA.

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photo: Simon Jessop

CR ACKE D E ARTH

CONCRETE FLOOR MOSAIC

photo: Simon Jessop

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ebuting at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2014 in Hugo

The concave surface of each individually shaped small piece

Bugg’s gold medal winning RBC Waterscape Garden,

perfectly captures the result of the natural drying-out process,

Cracked Earth concrete floor mosaic is an extraordinary

sculpted in a way that shows how water finds its way out

bespoke floor surfacing solution set in an innovative and

over one edge of the object and further down through the

sustainable design environment.

cracks, gradually permeating the ground. This way the tiles

Hugo Bugg designed the Waterscape Garden, one of 16

become part of the permeable level in the overall water flow

show gardens for RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2014 to highlight

system and dry much faster.

global water issues, by imitating nature’s way of slowing

“The visual effect is so profound because of the honest

down water. To establish the main theme, Bugg designed

approach to the design work, achieved by expert application of

a seamless cracked earth hard floor as a feature of the garden.

technology-based crafts”—says KAZA Concrete co-founder

Drawing inspiration from the parched effects caused by

Peter Oszko.

extreme global weather, the design is layered with natural-

Cracked Earth mosaic is an ideal surfacing solution for court-

ly-occurring geometric patterns. KAZA Concrete, working

yards, terraces and walkways of contemporary commercial

closely with Bugg, designed the technical background and

environments where the floor covering is designed to leave

manufactured the seamless Cracked Earth motif in refined

visitors with a bold impression, raise questions and ensure

and reinforced concrete mosaic tiles.

a smooth walking experience. Installation of the object on

Two different types of mosaic-like elements make up the

vertical surfaces is also possible both indoors and outdoors,

Cracked Earth pattern. They comprise 54 different small

and serves as a nature-inspired contemporary feature wall

cracked earth pieces, each individually manufactured, surface

for such as a museum or university campus.

treated and applied to a carrier layer. This allows for a quick

Bugg’s colour choice of light grey—originally named Moon

and easy installation, without permanent fixing to the ground,

Garden—adds a layer of weightlessness to the contemporary

yet creating a seamless arrangement.

concept and shows how sustainable designs can be elegant.

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BESPOKE H E R I TA G E

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hilanthia is the only, still functioning Art Nouveau flower shop in Europe, decorated with original murals

and carved mouldings found along a pedestrian street in central Budapest. The listed building is over 100 years old and the shop is still blooming as it has throughout time.

Philanthia, which translates as “the love of flowers”, has undergone a complete renovation and extension in 2014. As part of the renovation, KAZA was commissioned to redefine and recreate the floor tiling for the extended shop floor to

PHILANTHIA FLOWER SHOP

achieve a homogeneous overall look.

KAZA recreated the authentic floor tiling using the original designs and taking into consideration the style and evergreen atmosphere of this gem in the heart of Budapest.

The new tile design takes the exact dimensions of the old cement tiles and uses colours derived from the original but

The installation uses two tiles with different shapes and patterns forming the overall design, both taking inspiration

in a slightly different arrangement.

from the original, with added soft texture to the surface. It not only brings extra interest to the floor, but also increases slip resistance in this high traffic area.

The colour of the larger format corresponds to that of the old one, while the tone of the small element stems from the colour of the Jugendstil pattern on the original piece.

The project took two months to complete from concept to installation. It is an example of how KAZA’s bespoke tile design and manufacturing service can be perfectly utilised for the renovation of listed buildings in order to preserve and, at the same time, bring new life to our historic buildings for generations to come.

Original tiles

KAZA bespoke tiles

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