On the occasion of the Milan Design Week 2026, RAK Ceramics confirms its international role in the field of ceramic surfaces and large-format porcelain stoneware, presenting a design proposal where innovation, design and technical performance coexist in a perfectly integrated way.

Inside the RAK Ceramics Design HUB on via Borgogna — a 400 sqm space inaugurated as a reference point for architects, interior designers and contractors — an exhibition path takes shape that interprets ceramics as a complete design language.

Here the surface is no longer a simple covering, but an architectural tool capable of generating authentic, functional environments coherent with contemporary living.

Porcelain stoneware surfaces for kitchen, bathroom and interior design

At the center of the RAK Ceramics offering are the new porcelain stoneware surfaces dedicated to kitchen and bathroom environments, increasingly central in contemporary interior design projects.

The collections presented during Milan Design Week reinterpret:

• marble
• stone
• concrete
• wood

through large-format ceramic slabs designed for:

• kitchen islands
• porcelain countertops
• washbasin tops
• bathroom claddings
• kitchen claddings
• horizontal and vertical surfaces

The new surfaces allow material continuity, integration with sinks and cooktops and maximum application flexibility in residential and contract projects.

MAXIMUS: large-format porcelain stoneware evolves into an independent brand

At Milan Design Week 2026, MAXIMUS officially debuts as an independent brand, evolving from a simple collection into a complete system of large-format surfaces for contemporary architecture.

The new porcelain stoneware slabs are designed to guarantee:

• design continuity
• high durability
• high-performance technical surfaces
• design versatility
• wear resistance

The MAXIMUS range expands with the new format 162x324 cm in 12 mm, in addition to formats:

• 120x280 cm
• 162x162 cm
• 120x120 cm
• 60x120 cm

Available in various thicknesses from 6 to 20 mm.

Thanks to the production technology Continua+ PCR 2180, the surfaces guarantee aesthetic uniformity, graphic precision and high material quality.

The MAXIMUS surfaces represent an advanced solution for architects and designers seeking technical surfaces and materials suited to the new scenarios of contemporary interiors.

Marble-effect porcelain stoneware: elegance and technical performance

Among the main trends of the collection are the new marble-effect porcelain stoneware surfaces, designed to combine sophisticated aesthetics and high performance.

Collections such as:

• Altissimo Marble
• Calacatta Apuano
• Calacatta Gold Lux
• Calacatta Meraviglia
• Golden Glints
• White Golden Marble

reinterpret contemporary marble through luminous surfaces characterized by gray and gold veining with very high definition.

These marble-effect ceramic surfaces are ideal for:

• kitchen tops
• bathroom surfaces
• countertops
• hospitality design
• luxury claddings

offering visual depth, material continuity and strong decorative impact.

RAK-Sanit and Scratch Guard: antibacterial and resistant surfaces

The new Countertop Polished surfaces by RAK Ceramics integrate the technologies:

• RAK-Sanit
• Scratch Guard

RAK-Sanit introduces an antibacterial glazing that improves the hygiene of kitchen and bathroom surfaces, making the slabs ideal for environments subject to intensive daily use.

Scratch Guard instead increases resistance to scratches caused even by metal objects, preserving brilliance and elegance over time.

Thanks to non-porosity and an absorption rate below 0.5%, these porcelain stoneware surfaces guarantee high technical standards and long life.

The new RAK Ceramics collections thus confirm the evolution of antibacterial surfaces for contemporary design.

Calacatta Macchia Vecchia and Alaska White: contemporary marble according to RAK Ceramics

Among the most representative novelties stands out Calacatta Macchia Vecchia, a surface inspired by the great Italian marbles, characterized by a white background and fluid veins in tones of gray, beige and gold.

This collection interprets the language of contemporary marble through elegant surfaces designed for sophisticated environments and high-end architectures.

Alongside this proposal, Alaska White introduces a three-dimensional surface developed thanks to 3D Shape Technology, which reproduces reliefs and natural textures with extraordinary tactile and visual realism.

The Alaska White surfaces represent a new evolution of ceramic surface design, where texture, light and material interact harmoniously.

Travertine, I Sassi and Terra: textured surfaces for architecture and contract

The Travertine line reinterprets one of the most iconic materials of Italian architecture through porcelain stoneware surfaces with travertine effect characterized by synchronized veining and realistic textures achieved thanks to Sync Effect technology.

These textured surfaces combine historical memory, contemporary minimalism and high technical performance for interior design.

With the I Sassi collection, inspired by the landscapes of Matera, RAK Ceramics instead explores the charm of Mediterranean stone through soft textures and natural tones.

SOFTECH technology makes the surfaces velvety to the touch, uniform and easy to clean, improving comfort and practicality of use.

Finally, the Terra collection interprets the aesthetic of contemporary concrete through matte and compact surfaces designed for environments with strong architectural character.

Advanced ceramic surfaces for contemporary design

With the new collections presented at Milan Design Week 2026, RAK Ceramics confirms its international leadership in the field of large-format porcelain stoneware surfaces, offering advanced solutions dedicated to kitchen, bathroom, interior design and contemporary architecture.

Through MAXIMUS and new proprietary technologies, the group redefines the role of ceramic surfaces in contemporary design, transforming porcelain stoneware into an advanced design tool for the residential, hospitality and contract worlds.