Spec-Ready with CBIS 2025: What Architects and Designers Really Want and How Smart Suppliers Are Delivering!

Architects and designers don’t just choose products, they specify experiences. In 2025, the spec game is smarter, sharper, and faster than ever. Whether it’s a high-rise in Singapore or a boutique hotel in Santorini, the new generation of specifiers are looking for partners, not just providers.

So what exactly do they want from tile and surface suppliers? And how can brands win their loyalty before the pitch even begins?

Here’s a data-backed, design-led breakdown of what's topping the spec list in 2025, and how Indian suppliers at CBIS are rising to the challenge:

Sustainability Isn’t Optional

Specifiers now ask: What’s your tile’s carbon footprint? From green certifications to recycled content, suppliers who lead with eco-integrity stand out instantly.

Speed to Site

Fast-tracked projects mean no time for excuses. Suppliers who can commit to shorter lead times and transparent delivery schedules are being favoured across geographies.

Bespoke Design Capabilities

One-size-fits-all is out. Whether it’s a signature glaze, pattern, or texture, architects are seeking suppliers who say yes to customisation, even in low MOQs.

Download-Ready Tech Packs

Professionals now expect ready-to-plug-in CADs, BIM files, and detailed spec sheets. Bonus points for AR previews and photorealistic rendering support.

Global Style Fluency

Scandinavian minimalism? Brutalist edges? Tropical maximalism? The most specified suppliers understand international design vocabularies and deliver accordingly.

Case Studies That Speak

Today’s specifiers want proof: high-res images, material performance stats, and project references from real-world applications are now key to winning trust.

Smart Sampling Systems

Gone are the days of bulky boxes and missing tiles. Compact, elegant, QR-code enabled sample kits are helping suppliers get shortlisted faster than ever.

Collaborative Mindsets

Designers crave co-creation over cold catalogues. Suppliers who offer moodboard support, mockups, and creative brainstorming are seen as true partners.

Full Transparency

Specs now come with scrutiny. From material origins to production ethics, the new standard is clear: authenticity and traceability across the board.

Plug-and-Play Logistics

Suppliers who can sync with project management tools, offer flexible delivery slots, and assist with on-site support are the real MVPs of large-scale projects.

Ready to Discover A Whole New World of Business?

At CBIS 2025, you’ll meet the suppliers who are adept at meeting the entire spectrum of modern-day buyer specifications. From trend-sensitive design to agile execution, this expo is the ultimate platform for you to discover how Indian tile and surface brands are continuously raising the bar to meet global professional needs!

📍 Oct 8th–10th, 2025. Mumbai