In the world of high-end interior design, few materials command as much reverence as natural stone, and few brands curate it with the precision of Antolini. As 2025 draws to a close, the Italian powerhouse has solidified its status as a global leader through its latest feature on the Dezeen Showroom. This showcase is not merely a product listing; it is a profound exploration of “geological poetry,” highlighting how ancient minerals can be transformed into contemporary masterpieces. From the striking, wine-red veins of Quarzite Rosso Levanto to the tech-infused luxury of the Beosound Balance Natura speaker—a collaboration with Bang & Olufsen—Antolini is proving that stone is not a static material, but a dynamic canvas for innovation. By blending raw elemental beauty with 3D finishes and cutting-edge protection like Azerocare Plus, Antolini is redefining the architectural potential of the earth’s most enduring substances for 2026 and beyond.
Quarzite Rosso Levanto: A Geological Script
One of the undisputed stars of the December 2025 Dezeen showcase is the Quarzite Rosso Levanto, a stone that Antolini describes as a celebration of nature’s “raw beauty and enduring strength.” Characterized by a deep, passionate burgundy base interlaced with a thick web of forest green and white veins, the stone offers a tactile and visual richness that is rarely seen in natural materials. Antolini’s team likens these intricate patterns to an “ancient script” engraved over millennia by geological forces, making each slab a unique narrative element within a space.
The versatility of Rosso Levanto allows it to transcend traditional applications. While it remains a favorite for dramatic kitchen islands and backsplashes, Antolini is increasingly positioning it for architectural cladding and large-scale artistic installations. The stone’s ability to evoke the “untamed energy of wild landscapes” makes it a perfect choice for designers looking to anchor modern, minimalist interiors with a focal point that feels both powerful and poetic. Its inclusion in the Exclusive Collection ensures that only the most extraordinary cuts from the world’s finest quarries reach the client.
The Fusion of Sound and Stone: Beosound Balance Natura
In a bold move that merges acoustic excellence with mineral artistry, Antolini partnered with Bang & Olufsen to create the Beosound Balance Natura. This limited-edition speaker capsule features a pedestal-like base carved from Antolini’s natural quartz, specifically the ice-like Cristallo Vitrum “Wow” and the delicate, pink-hued Cristallo Rosa “Wow”. The use of stone is not just aesthetic; the density of the quartz provides a stable, low-resonance foundation that enhances the technical components provided by the Danish audio brand.
The design is further refined by gold- and silver-toned aluminum components that bridge the gap between the striated stone plinth and the speaker’s technical crown. This collaboration, originally unveiled during Milan Design Week 2025, represents Antolini’s broader “Beyond Stone” philosophy. It demonstrates that natural stone can exit the realm of purely structural or decorative surfaces and enter the world of high-tech lifestyle products, becoming a “living” part of the home’s sensory environment.
Textural Mastery: The Silver Stream Stratos Finish
Antolini’s Textures+ Collection continues to push the boundaries of how we interact with stone surfaces, most notably through the Silver Stream Stratos Finish. This innovation involves carving bold, three-dimensional linear grooves into Silver Stream marble—a material already prized for its dynamic silvery veining and movement. The result is a pinstripe-like, tactile surface that invites physical touch, creating a “harmonious fusion” between the organic patterns created by nature and the precision of Italian machining.
The Stratos Finish is designed to accentuate the natural energy of the marble, making it an ideal choice for feature walls where lighting can play off the 3D ridges. This focus on dimensionality is a key trend for Antolini in 2026, as designers move away from flat, polished surfaces in favor of materials that offer a more sensory, “hand-crafted” feel. By layering machined textures over organic lines, Antolini creates a juxtaposition that emphasizes the remarkable quality of the underlying stone while providing a modern, industrial edge.
Couture and Contrast: The La Spada Collaborations
The long-standing partnership between Antolini and designer Alessandro La Spada has yielded the Couture Collection, a range of 12 wall motifs that treat stone as a fabric. Patterns such as the floral Ginko and the linear Net combine natural stone with metallic inlays and geometric patterns, creating a decorative surface that mimics high-fashion textiles. La Spada describes the collection as an artistic response to the natural “interweaving” of elements found within raw stone, brought to life through intricate processing and assembly.
Another standout in this collaborative vein is the Cipollino GreyWave, an unusually dynamic black-and-white marble. Its monochromatic aesthetic is characterized by scudding bands of white, grey, and charcoal that evoke the slow movement of ancient glaciers. Antolini recommends this stone for those seeking a “narrative element” within architectural compositions—a material that conveys both strength and a sense of calm through its icy, expansive palette.
Sustainability and Preservation: The Azerocare Plus Standard
As natural stone becomes more integrated into high-use areas like kitchens and bathrooms, the need for durability has never been higher. Antolini’s answer to this is Azerocare Plus, a patented treatment designed to protect surfaces from common sources of damage such as lemon juice, wine, and coffee. Unlike traditional sealants that require frequent reapplication, Azerocare Plus is integrated into the stone, preserving its natural colors and textures while making it essentially “bulletproof” for modern living.
This commitment to longevity is a cornerstone of Antolini’s sustainable approach. By ensuring that a marble counter or a quartzite floor can withstand decades of use without losing its luster, the brand encourages a “buy once, keep forever” philosophy that aligns with the global shift toward enduring luxury. As Antolini continues to procures stones like the vivid turquoise Amazonite or the topographical Patagonia Original “Extra”, the combination of rare beauty and advanced protection remains their definitive competitive advantage in the 2026 market.
