Dudson Urban Nova Plate Black 279mm (Pack of 12)

The Dudson Urban Nova plate is a 279mm flat plate finished in Lamp Black, supplied in a pack of twelve. It is part of the Makers Urban range — a collection that draws its aesthetic from industrial textures and worn surfaces, finished under a semi-matte glaze that gives it a tactile, understated quality quite different from the high-gloss finishes common in traditional tableware.

Made from vitrified fine china, the Urban Nova plate is built to perform under the repetitive demands of professional service. Vitrified fine china is a well-regarded choice in commercial settings because it combines a relatively low chip rate with a weight that feels considered in the hand — at around 830g per plate, the 279mm size has enough presence to suit main course plating without feeling cumbersome to carry in multiples.

The semi-matte black glaze is applied under the surface rather than over it, which contributes to its durability in busy pass environments where plates are stacked, slid, and handled repeatedly through service. The finish also tends to show water marks and lime scale less visibly than polished alternatives, which is a practical consideration in hard-water areas.

• Suited to contemporary restaurant, bistro, and casual dining settings
• Works well with colourful, textured, or rustic plating styles where contrast matters
• Pack of twelve supports a consistent table setup without overstocking
• Vitrified fine china body handles commercial dishwasher cycles reliably

The Urban Nova plate is well suited to independent restaurants, boutique hotels, and any operation looking for a plate that contributes to a considered table aesthetic without requiring bespoke or fragile tableware. It is less suitable for very high-volume canteen or fast-casual environments where the aesthetic investment would be wasted.

If you are building or refreshing a full table setting and would like guidance on complementary pieces within the Urban range, the team is happy to assist.