Ceramics
Ceramics
Our ceramic collection at the Hochwert Library is one of the central areas of our material presentation. Every tile – glazed, terracotta or porcelain – has been precisely developed by outstanding international designers. The represented designs include works by Patricia Urquiola, Paola Navone, Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, Konstantin Grcic and Vincent van Duysen.
Our ceramic collection at the Hochwert Library is one of the central areas of our material presentation. Every tile – glazed, terracotta or porcelain – has been precisely developed by outstanding international designers. The represented designs include works by Patricia Urquiola, Paola Navone, Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, Konstantin Grcic and Vincent van Duysen.
Explore Our Ceramics
Porcelain Ceramic Tiles
Ceramic Bricks
Glazed Ceramic Tiles
About Ceramics
Ceramic has evolved significantly in recent years and today offers an extraordinary variety. Thanks to modern technologies, surfaces are created that convincingly replicate natural materials such as stone, wood or concrete, while handcrafted pieces with their irregularity and authenticity bring warmth and character. This interplay of technical innovation and traditional craftsmanship opens up an almost limitless range of styles and modes of expression, making ceramic one of the most exciting materials in contemporary design.
For residential projects, ceramic impresses with its durability, ease of maintenance and versatility. Whether in the kitchen, bathroom or living area – it is practical, long-lasting and at the same time aesthetically adaptable to a wide range of uses.
Our Approach
Interested in the Hochwert Library? Book your first appointment with us by phone, email or via the website.
In an introductory meeting, we find out together how we can provide you with the greatest benefit as your material partner.
Together we find all the materials for your project and answer any material questions or challenges you may have.
After your material order, we stay in the loop to help you with any technical and/or implementation questions you may have.
Experience Ceramics in the heart of Zurich
Interested in what we offer? Simply come by and experience our materials for yourself. We provide individual and tailor-made services from project to project – everything related to material questions, expert knowledge and orders can be handled by us.
Just bring your ideas and project details. Introductory and exploratory conversations are always free of charge with us. Together we will find a collaboration that suits you.
Whatever you are building — we help you take the first step with confidence.
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Ceramic bricks are thicker, three-dimensional tile formats that bring texture and depth to a surface — popular for feature walls, kitchen splashbacks and architectural interiors. They create a very different effect from standard flat tiles and are a signature format in the Mutina collection. Hochwert Library has samples in the showroom so you can see the scale and texture in person.
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At the Hochwert Library showroom, Rotbuchstrasse 83, 8037 Zurich. Visits are by appointment only. The first consultation is free — bring your project dimensions, any mood images and your questions.
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Measure your surface area in square metres and add a waste allowance of 10–15% for cuts, breakages and future repairs. For diagonal layouts or complex patterns, budget 15–20% extra. Always order everything from the same production batch — colour can vary slightly between batches. Hochwert Library helps you calculate quantities precisely once you have your dimensions.
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Very often yes. Bring a photo, a reference or a product name to your consultation and Hochwert Library will work to identify or source the closest match through its supplier network. If it's a Mutina product, Hochwert Library is the direct contact in Zurich. For other brands, the team can advise on alternatives from the collection that achieve the same effect.
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Designer tiles from brands like Mutina cost more than mass-market alternatives — but the gap is less dramatic than people often assume, especially when you factor in the longevity, quality and the fact that tiles are a fixed cost spread over decades of use. In a bathroom of 10–15sqm, the difference between a standard tile and a Mutina tile is often a few hundred francs in total — a small percentage of the overall renovation budget. Hochwert Library can give you accurate pricing for any collection.