Studio Masson is excited to introduce Cerámica Mayor to its premium product offering. This innovative brand brings a new generation of high-performance porcelain pool systems to the South African market.

Today, a swimming pool forms an important part of the architecture. It needs to balance aesthetics, safety, drainage, durability and construction detail.

Cerámica Mayor brings all these elements together.

Rather than offering porcelain tiles as a standalone finish, Cerámica Mayor has developed a complete pool system. The range includes pool tiles, specialist coping and edges, drainage grates, trims, steps and construction systems. Each component works together to create a cohesive and technically considered result.

For architects, designers and homeowners, this approach offers an exciting new way to design luxury swimming pools. (ceramicamayor.com)

More Than a Pool Tile: A Complete System

The most successful architectural pools often come down to the details.

How does the pool surface meet the coping? How does water leave the pool? How do you resolve corners and steps? And how does the pool transition into the surrounding terrace?

Cerámica Mayor addresses these questions through its Pool Solutions range.

The collection includes specialist porcelain pool edges, drainage grates, trims and steps. These components allow designers to create a consistent material language across the pool and surrounding areas. (ceramicamayor.com)

This integrated approach works particularly well in contemporary architecture. Clean lines and precise junctions play a central role in modern pool design. Cerámica Mayor helps designers maintain that visual continuity from the waterline to the terrace.

Block 25: Smarter Overflow Pool Construction

One of the most exciting technical innovations in the range is the Block 25 system. Cerámica Mayor developed Block 25 specifically for overflow swimming pools.

Overflow pools demand precision. Contractors must position and level the perimeter drainage channel accurately. They also need to integrate the coping and drainage grate with the pool structure.

Traditional construction can involve extensive formwork and manual work on site.

Block 25 offers a more streamlined solution. The system uses prefabricated, water-repellent concrete blocks to create a stable base for the pool’s ceramic components. It also helps simplify the construction of the overflow channel. (ceramicamayor.com)

The modular system includes components for internal and external corners, as well as stair access. This allows contractors to adapt the system to different pool configurations. (ceramicamayor.com)

Block 25 also works with Cerámica Mayor’s Creta and Maui pool edges. It integrates with the RJ25, RJ25 FLEX and RJ25 INV drainage grates too. Designers can therefore specify the overflow edge as one coordinated system instead of combining unrelated components. (ceramicamayor.com)

The result can mean faster installation, accurate levelling and a more consistent finished edge.

Drainage That Becomes Part of the Design

Drainage plays a critical role in any swimming pool. Yet it can easily interrupt an otherwise clean architectural design.

Cerámica Mayor’s porcelain drainage grates turn this technical requirement into part of the overall aesthetic.

The range includes RJ20, RJ20 FLEX, RJ25, RJ25 FLEX and RJ25 INV grates. Each option offers different dimensions and drainage capacities for specific applications. The RJ25 FLEX, for example, provides a drainage capacity of more than 30m³/hour. Cerámica Mayor designed it for demanding environments such as hotels and high-traffic areas. (ceramicamayor.com)

The RJ25 INV concealed drainage grate takes the concept further. Its design allows the grate to blend discreetly with the surrounding porcelain surface while still providing effective water drainage. (ceramicamayor.com)

For minimalist pool design, this level of detail makes a real difference.

Design Your Pool Before You Build It

Cerámica Mayor also brings technology into the design process.

The Cerámica Mayor Pool Simulator allows designers to explore different porcelain tile combinations and visualise potential pool designs before construction begins.

Users can experiment with different materials and combinations as the design develops. This makes it easier to assess the relationship between the pool surface, coping and surrounding terrace. Designers can also save and share their simulations during the project. (ceramicamayor.com)

For architects and interior designers, the tool offers a practical way to communicate design ideas. Clients can see how different finishes could work together before making their final selection.

This makes the specification process more visual, collaborative and informed.

BIM: Bringing the Technical Detail Into the Design Stage

Cerámica Mayor also supports architects and technical professionals through its BIM library.

The library provides downloadable models for pool edges, drainage grates, specialist pieces and construction details. It also includes detailed models for systems such as Block 25. (ceramicamayor.com)

BIM resources help design teams resolve technical details earlier in the project. This matters when a pool includes multiple levels, drainage channels, specialist coping or complex junctions.

By bringing these components into the design process from the start, architects can coordinate the pool more accurately. Contractors also gain clearer information when construction begins.

Performance Meets Design

Technical innovation means little without reliable performance.

Cerámica Mayor develops its porcelain solutions for demanding pool environments. The materials offer resistance to water, pool chemicals, UV exposure and intensive use. C3 anti-slip finishes also provide enhanced slip resistance in wet and high-traffic areas. (ceramicamayor.com)

These qualities make the systems suitable for both luxury residential pools and hospitality projects.

The design possibilities are equally impressive. Stone-inspired finishes, natural textures and resort-style colours allow designers to create very different atmospheres. A pool can feel minimalist and architectural, warm and natural, or luxurious and resort-inspired.

The technical system remains consistent behind the design.

A New Possibility for South African Pool Design

The arrival of Cerámica Mayor at Studio Masson opens up exciting possibilities for the South African architectural and design community.

Its approach is about more than selecting a beautiful pool tile. It is about designing the entire pool environment as one coordinated system — from the surface under the water to the coping at the edge, the drainage channel, the surrounding terrace and the technical details beneath it all.

With tools such as the Pool Simulator and BIM library, combined with specialist systems such as Block 25 and the extensive range of porcelain drainage and coping solutions, designers can address both the creative and technical sides of the project much earlier in the process.

The result is a pool that isn’t simply finished beautifully — it is designed beautifully from the beginning.

Discover Cerámica Mayor at Studio Masson

Studio Masson is proud to bring Cerámica Mayor’s innovative porcelain pool systems to South Africa.

Whether you’re designing a contemporary residential pool, a luxury hospitality project or a large-scale architectural development, discover a smarter approach to pool design where technology, engineering, performance and design come together.

Visit Studio Masson to explore the Cerámica Mayor collection and start designing your next pool.