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1 ZELLIGE TILES
These hand-cut Moroccan mosaic tiles aren’t new – they’ve been a staple material for centuries – but the rest of the world is suddenly taking notice. While traditionally laid in intricate mosaic patterns, modern designers are choosing to use zellige in a single hue – the slight variations in colour saturation and texture of the handmade tiles give a sense of movement that machine-made tiles can’t match. “For us it’s about adding texture and authenticity to a space. Whether you’re looking to keep a space monochromatic or contrast with colour, zellige being handmade immediately gives it a texture,” says Richard Brasell of Artedomus. While zellige tiles in neutral tones look amazing, the best