Modern approach with an organic feel Lagoa Ecogres is made of Ecogres, a proprietary clay, composed of recycled materials and completely sustainable. Lagoa Ecogres features contrasting glazes, matte and dark grey on the exterior and translucent white and black on the interior. The textured exterior adds a warm touch to this contemporary collection. Perfectly imperfect in shape and naturally tactile, Lagoa Ecogres balances handcrafted artisanal elements with modern finishes.

Ecogres® is a registered trademark owned by Grestel. Products under this label are guaranteed to be made of non-hazardous recycled materials, derived from ceramic surplus and other additives. A new raw material, completely eco-friendly. All Eco-Gres® products are guaranteed to be food-safe, complying with the International Standards. In addition, Eco-Gres® is in line with the European directives 2006/12/CE and 2008/98/CE, oriented toward transforming the EU into a «recycling society». This trademark is a result of years of an internal investigation, in collaboration with a local university (Universidade de Aveiro), and the result is an upgraded (recycled) raw material that presents several advantages to the environment: Natural Resources Preservation – by the reduction in the extraction volume of natural raw materials; Energy Efficiency – reduced ecological footprint; Health and Safety –reduction of waste otherwise disposed of in a landfill THE PROCESS - COLLECT AND RECYCLE Grestel sees its products and operations as part of a long-life cycle and is committed to taking better care of the community and of the world. In this commitment to sustainability, Grestel is developing a new raw material, by collecting, recycling and reusing clays and glazes from its own operations and other materials. The result is Eco-Gres®, a reinvented clay, made of recycled materials and completely eco-friendly. HOW IS ECO-GRES® MADE The Eco-Gres® production process begins by collecting clay waste from our factory and combining it with other materials in order to stabilize the final composition. The recycled clay represents approximately 25% of all clay purchased from external suppliers. Finally, Eco-Gres® consists of 90% recycled materials and other substances. The process of converting these surpluses into Eco-Gres® involves a set of sequential steps: Mixing the products → sieve → homogenization & stabilization → sieve  filter-pressing → shredding → extrusion → shaping → drying –> glazing → firing In the end, a homogeneous and flexible clay body is obtained, ready to be (re) used in Grestel’s production line. The whole process takes place within the same factory, also contributing to the reduction of our carbon footprint. At COSTA NOVA we are committed to making stoneware more sustainable. All our collections are thoughtfully produced with respect for Nature - reusable and recyclable. GRESPRESSO Ecogres, LAGOA Ecogres & PLANO go even further ahead, telling a unique story of how tableware can be made of recycled materials, completely eco-friendly while remaining beautiful and functional at the same time. By choosing our Ecogres collections, you’re taking part in our commitment to protect the environment.

• MATERIAL: Ecogres
• SHAPE: Round
• SPECIAL FEATURES - SHORT: Glossy glaze (interior), Matte glaze (exterior), Stain resistant, Chip resistant
• USE & CARE (SHORT): Oven safe, Microwave safe, Dishwasher safe, Freezer safe
• COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Portugal
• BRAND TEXT: The love of life, family, friends and good food has inspired COSTA NOVA to create fine stoneware collections that combine quality and design with the best in ceramic craftsmanship. The brand produces innovative and sustainable stoneware, made from the best natural resources in Portugal. We embrace “handmade” and preserve our European heritage in the manufacture of our stoneware collections, bringing to the table and to the home unique and elegant pieces that suit perfectly in today’s way of living and are able to last for generations. COSTA NOVA was born in a small Portuguese fishing village, near the Atlantic Ocean. Nowadays, carrying Portugal´s name and heritage all over the world COSTA NOVA is present across the 5 continents, in prestigious department stores and boutiques, hotels and renowned restaurants. Using the best natural resources in Portugal, COSTA NOVA products are made in a single firing system heated up to 1180 ºC (2160 ºF) which creates a unique ceramic body with a special bonding between the clay and the glazed surface. This original formula explains why our stoneware is so durable and resistant to both thermal and mechanical shocks. In addiction, our team of designers, technicians, modelers and craftsmen are constantly developing original shapes and colors, all the way to truly unique designed and handcrafted pieces. COSTA NOVA sees its products and operations as part of a long-life cycle and is committed to taking better care of the community and of the world. The effort to go green and to minimize our impact on the environment is (always) a work in progress. As producers, we commit ourselves daily to protect the environment, avoiding unnecessary harm through the resources we use and the products we manufacture.