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Create the Mosaics of the Mediterranean at Chautauqua

Tile+Mosaic

In this hands-on course, we’ll journey to the sunny Mediterranean from West to East and design and re-create the geometric patterned mosaics of Morocco, the broken tile mosaics of Antoni Gaudí’s Barcelona and the Byzantine glass tile mosaics of ancient Constantinople. No previous experience needed.

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Decorating with Moroccan-Inspired Cement Tiles

Granada Tile

Dating back to the 10 th century, Moroccan tiles are truly historic pieces of art that originate in the old city of Fez, Morocco and parts of Spain. Granada Tile has traveled across the globe to Morocco to find inspiration for our very own Moroccan cement tile designs. Why Choose Cement Tile Over Ceramic?

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Avente Tile Talk: Moroccan Tile: In a Class of Its Own

Tile Talk

Moroccan art and architecture has been steadily experiencing a renewed interest thanks to talented, visionary designer and architects. ” Zillij, or tilework of Morocco. It’s written by author, designer and photographer, Maryam Montague. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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Cement Tiles Inspired by World Travels

Granada Tile

If you take a trip to Morocco , you’ll quickly notice that dazzling, colorful tiles embrace the walls and floors of nearly every building you come across. Zellige tiles are very traditional to this region and are made up of colorful mosaics. Medallions and filigree designs resemble jewelry on the floors of palaces and store fronts.

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Avente Tile Talk: Cement Tiles Add to the Impeccable Details of.

Tile Talk

Shes good at what she does; from color choice and tile design, to finding just the right plates and chairs for her bistro, to hiring the right team. The painting, El Morocco , is by Jerome Carlin and depicts a well-healed family having dinner in a nice restaurant. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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The History of Ceramic Encaustic Tiles

Granada Tile

At Granada Tile, we go above providing you with just the tile design you desire for your space. Many 13 th century and earlier churches and palaces incorporated the use of tile made of various shapes and interlocked them to form a mosaic-like design. What Are Some Original Colors and Designs?

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A Toronto Icon Expands With Custom Cement Tile

Cement Style

When they decided to expand, they turned to the London office of the Martin Brudnizki Design Studio to define the look of “ Drake One Fifty ” (named for its location at 150 York Street). An image sent from the factory floor in Morocco. Cement Tile Installations Design and Style' Mold Assembly. Insert Pattern Mold.

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