Tile Talk

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Sheikh Lutf Allah Mosque is one of the architectural masterpieces of Safavid Iranian architecture, standing on the eastern side of Naghsh-i Jahan Square, Isfahan, Iran. According to the Iran Chamber Society , “The history of Iranian tile dates back to the prehistoric period. Image via: www.IslamicArts.org.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 2, 2015

Star and Hexagonal Tile Panel, 13th-14th century (Nishapur, Iran). Steeped in a rich history of architectural, design and natural elements, the hexagon is a fundamental shape when it comes to building. Image via The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 23, 2013

This homes entry is cheerfully decorated to welcome Christmas guests. If you haven’t already joined, Pinterest has served us with great inspiration for holiday foods and decoration ideas. India: Houses are decorated with strings of mango leaves, lights are placed on the window sills and walls, and a star is hung outside.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

While children everywhere are going back to school, let’s go back to basics and learn about ceramic tile through a few of Architectural Ceramic’s collections: Basics, London, and City Hall. Architectural Ceramics has several handmade ceramic tile options, from vendors like Sonoma Tilemakers or Encore Ceramics. ″ x 9.5″

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

Iran or Central Asia, 15th Century. These tiles were commonly used as floor and wall applications and to decorate mihrabs , the architectural niches in mosques. decorative tile. Decor Girl. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

Did you know: Green, blue-green, and blue are sacred colors in Iran, where they symbolize paradise. decorative tile. Decor Girl. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. The color green not only symbolizes money (U.S. patron saint, St. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. cement tile.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

Glazed brick dates to the 13th century BC in ancient Iran, marking the advent of humanity’s use of colored tiles to beautify our surroundings. It’s a great way to create visual interest when there is a lack of interesting architecture. What’s your favorite way to decorate using tile?

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