Now here’s a thinker: while sustainable means durable, durable does not always equal sustainable. At Specio however, we aim to be both. True sustainability is built in layers, from material choices to collaborations and processes. It’s about making decisions that continue to create value over time.
Vision
We care about being a good company
We don’t take sustainability lightly at heart. As a SDG Pioneer and Cradle to Cradle company, we are committed to thinking beyond the short-term to create real value. You’ll see it in all layers of our operations: our product, the way we work and who we work with.
Through the way we operate
Just as important as what we produce. From sourcing to production, we aim to make deliberate decisions that take performance and quality into account, but also the well-being of our people and the environmental impact on the planet.
At the core of what we make
CeramicSteel is a sustainable product in a very straightforward way: it lasts. A robust, durable surface doesn’t require frequent replacement or maintenance, which reduces environmental impact over time. Simply by holding up.
By building lasting partnerships
Sustainability extends to who we work with. We trust that working with the right people benefits Specio in every possible way. By investing in these long-term collaborations, we also invest in consistency, trust and better outcomes.
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Philosophy
A material designed for longevity
We prioritize long-term returns over immediate gratification — at all times.
A material designed for longevity
“The product is sustainable in a very practical sense.
It lasts, it’s robust, and it doesn’t need to be replaced.”
— Jaap Hoens, Creative Consultant
CeramicSteel by the numbers
50
+
years
Product lifespan with minimal maintenance
99
%
recyclable
Fully recyclable at end of life
0
VOC
Zero volatile organic compounds
90
%
recycled
Steel content from recycled materials
Sustainable relationships
Long-term relationships
We invest in partnerships that preferably go beyond one-offs. The best work comes from trust and trust grows with time. By working together across projects, we create a shared understanding maximizing the chance to succeed.
Knowledge sharing
We don’t believe in gate-keeping. Know-how improves when shared en levered. It allows us to anticipate challenges and move forward with confidence.
Collaborative innovation
The foundation of our Specio studio is combining ideas and pushing them forward. By working together with architects, designers, fabricators and manufacturers, we develop concepts into tangible products.
Shared responsibility
We stay involved throughout the process: aligning design, fabrication, and application. The outcome is shared, so the responsibility to get it right, too.