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60 architecture students repurpose discarded tiles into works of art with SOMANY Ceramics

SOMANY Ceramics Ltd., a leading name in the ceramic industry, collaborated with Sushant University  on a project titled “Transforming Broken Tiles into Trendsetting Style,” this innovative initiative is aimed at promoting recycling of waste tiles into pieces of art and captivating murals, fostering a culture of sustainability while addressing waste reduction.

60 talented architecture students showcased their art and technical expertise in repurposing discarded tiles into breathtaking works of art, serving as a testament to their commitment to sustainability and innovation.

Anshuman Chakravarty, Head of Marketing at Somany Ceramics, expressed his excitement about the collaboration, stating, “We are thrilled to see such enthusiasm for recycling and sustainability among India’s future architects. At Somany Ceramics, sustainability is a core part of our innovations. In fact, our entire tile adhesive production is derived from recycled waste tiles. It’s important that, as responsible citizens, we continue to raise awareness about reducing construction waste and embracing recycling. We are thankful to the students and faculty of Sushant University for partnering with us in this initiative, which blends artistic creativity with environmental responsibility.

We are collaborating with Somany Ceramics Ltd. on an art installation project on Transforming Broken Tiles into Trendsetting Style. This collaboration provided students with a unique opportunity to apply their design skills in a real-world context. Through this tile art projects, students gained hands-on experience in sustainable design practices while making a positive impact on the environment said Col Viren Kumar Malik (Retd), Professor & Dean, School of Art and Architecture, Sushant University.

The SOMANY Ceramics and Sushant University collaboration was a resounding ode to the power of partnerships in driving positive change. By utilising the creativity and innovation of students, the initiative aimed to raise awareness about the importance of recycling and inspire future generations to become responsible stewards of the environment.

About SOMANY Ceramics Limited:

SOMANY Ceramics Limited (SCL) is one of the leading players in the ceramic industry in India. The company is a complete solution provider in terms of décor solutions with widest product selection of Ceramic Wall and Floor tiles, Polished Vitrified Tiles, Glazed Vitrified Tiles, Coverstone slabs, Sanitary ware and Bath Fittings. SOMANY is amongst the world largest producer with Pan India distribution and also exports to more than 80 plus countries across 6 continents.