Venetian terrazzo has its roots in 15th-century northern Italy, where craftsmen embedded marble chips in clay and ground them flat by hand. Today, Mipa Design reproduces this tradition in graniglia terrazzo tiles made by Mipa that deliver the look of traditional Venetian terrazzo with the practical advantages of a modular tile system: faster to install, easier to repair and more flexible for renovation work.
Unlike conventional tiles, terrazzo creates a continuous plane with no grout lines, which makes it easier to clean and visually more expansive. The random distribution of marble chips, varying in size, colour and mineral composition, gives each floor a unique appearance. After grinding and polishing, the surface develops a sheen that reflects light and brightens any interior. Colour palettes, aggregate sizes and inlaid metal or resin dividing strips can all be specified to match any design concept, making Venetian terrazzo one of the most customisable floor materials available.
Residential interiors: living rooms, kitchens, bathrooms and entrance halls where longevity and beauty are both priorities. Hospitality: hotel lobbies, restaurant floors and spa areas that require a durable, high-character surface capable of handling intensive use over decades.
Retail and showrooms: boutiques and flagship stores where the floor becomes an extension of the brand identity. Contract and public spaces: offices, cultural institutions and transport hubs requiring proven high-traffic performance without sacrificing aesthetic quality.
Graniglia terrazzo tiles made by Mipa start from €103 per m² (excl. VAT); the finished floor, laid and treated on site, costs more depending on the project. Despite the upfront investment, terrazzo’s lifespan, measured in decades, makes it one of the most economical flooring choices over the long term, and a significant contributor to the resale value of a property. Terrazzo is also one of the most sustainable flooring materials available. Marble chips are a by-product of quarrying operations that would otherwise be discarded. The cement matrix contains no volatile organic compounds. The seamless surface does not harbour dust mites or allergens. Daily care requires only a neutral-pH cleaner; professional crystallisation every few years restores the original sheen.
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