Two new shades explore the relationship between surface, light and space. Ossido and Melanzana, unveiled at Cersaie 2026, expand the range of Flaminia glossy colours with two intense hues, designed to give the contemporary bathroom an increasingly personal and sophisticated character.

In this article we look at how they came about, what they express, which products they debut on and how to pair them in an interior design project.

Colour as a design tool

For Flaminia, colour has never been just a finish. It is a design tool: it defines the character of a product, enhances its volumes and builds new relationships with the space around it.

This research grows out of ongoing experimentation with ceramic glazes. The result is an ever-evolving palette that opens up new expressive possibilities for the contemporary bathroom, bringing emotion, quality and a culture of design into the space.

The glossy finish plays a central role. The brilliance of the glaze heightens depth, reflections and the perception of surfaces: the same shape, in the same colour, changes appearance depending on the light and the point of view.

Ossido: intense, tactile, luminous

Ossido is an enveloping shade inspired by the tones of oxidised metals. It is a warm, deep red with a tactile quality that recalls rust, burnished copper and earth weathered by time.

The glossy finish enhances the sculptural quality of the ceramic: light flows over the curves, catches the rims and brings out the thicknesses. On washbasins and sanitaryware with full volumes, Ossido becomes a sculptural colour that gives character to the entire bathroom.

It is the ideal choice for anyone looking for a warm, welcoming bathroom with a strong personality.

Melanzana: deep, refined, mysterious

Melanzana is a colour that brings a strong sense of identity to the bathroom. A dark, rich and sophisticated purple, it conveys a timeless elegance and comes close to black without losing its chromatic depth.

The glossy finish heightens its reflections and depth: in grazing light the colour glows with plum undertones, while in shadow it becomes almost nocturnal. The effect gives the bathroom an atmosphere that is both intimate and dramatic.

Melanzana is perfect for bold projects, where the bathroom becomes a space to live in, not just to use.

The debut on Royal by Giulio Cappellini

Ossido and Melanzana make their debut on Royal, the new collection of washbasins and sanitaryware designed by Giulio Cappellini. The choice is no accident: Royal’s full forms and generous thicknesses are the ideal canvas for colours that thrive on reflections and depth.

In the Cersaie 2026 catalogue, the two colours feature in several settings:

• Royal 64 in Ossido, the oval countertop washbasin, also in a double version on a wall-hung vanity unit;
• Royal wall-hung WC and bidet in both Ossido and Melanzana, with a seat in the matching colour;
• Royal 46 in Melanzana on a pedestal, a freestanding washbasin with a monumental presence;
• BrickSlim shelves in Melanzana, which carry the same colour onto the walls.

In Flaminia’s words, the new glossy shades enhance the character of each element, transforming washbasins and sanitaryware into presences that shape the atmosphere of the entire space.

A growing glossy palette: Miele, Castagno and Tundra

Ossido and Melanzana follow another important step in Flaminia’s colour research. At Fuorisalone 2026 the brand introduced Miele, Castagno and Tundra, three glossy shades inspired by the warm, enveloping tones of the natural landscape.

While Miele, Castagno and Tundra look to nature, Ossido and Melanzana take the research towards more intense, tactile tones. Together they form a coherent family of glossy colours that lends itself to tone-on-tone combinations or carefully balanced contrasts. In the catalogue, for example, Giulio Iacchetti‘s Hasu washbasin pairs a Tundra basin with a Miele pedestal, while Hasu and Hellas are also shown in Castagno.

How to pair Ossido and Melanzana in the bathroom

Colours this intense call for consistent choices. Here are a few ideas drawn from Flaminia’s settings:

• Warm metals. Taps and accessories in a gold finish, such as the Stil series in PVD Gold, enhance both colours and amplify their precious effect.
• Ossido on cool backgrounds. Against light blue walls or cool-toned terrazzo, Ossido stands out strongly, creating a lively, contemporary contrast.
• Ossido and earthy surfaces. Terracotta-coloured resin floors and taupe walls create an enveloping space built entirely on warm tones.
• Melanzana and marble. A light marble with purple veining echoes the colour of the sanitaryware and creates a refined, almost luxury-hotel bathroom.
• Melanzana tone-on-tone. Walls in mauve or dusty pink accompany the colour without weighing it down.
• Thoughtful lighting. Glossy finishes look their best under grazing light or with backlit mirrors that multiply the reflections.

The bathroom as a personal statement

With Ossido and Melanzana, Flaminia confirms its vision of colour as a design material. Two intense, brilliant shades that, together with Miele, Castagno and Tundra, enrich the identity of the Flaminia palette and open up new possibilities for anyone who wants a bathroom with a strong personality.

See the new colours in your bathroom. With Flaminia’s online configurator you can choose collection, model and colour, view the result in augmented reality on your smartphone and download the list of selected products. Or come and see them in person at Spazio Flaminia in Milan or at your nearest retailer.