Explore our collection of natural and glazed zellige tiles – all made by hand.
The zellige tile is a nod to traditional Moroccan craftsmanship. Produced through a laborious handmade process passed down from generation to generation, no two tiles are the same. We’ve put together a list of nine authentic zellige tiles to bring earthy texture to your kitchen, bathroom or around your fireplace; each moulded and cut by hand.
This feature originally appeared in est magazine issue #38.
Armadillo Sydney Showroom | Photography by Rory Gardiner
The Zellij Smoke Bush tile from Earp Bros is inspired by the Australian Landscape adding organic texture to the bathroom or kitchen space.
The Surface Gallery Moroccan Zellige Natural is handmade in Morocco. This glazed, tactile tile can be used as a splashback in the kitchen, as well as around vanities and fireplaces.
The Clé Midnight Port Zellige walks the line between deep purple, black and red. The Moroccan ceramic tile’s rich burgundy colour changes colour depending on the quality of light.
Handcrafted in Italy, the Zellige Lily tile lies on the glossier end of Zellige tiles, available in a crisp white finish.
Cultivating an earthen aesthetic, the Di Lorenzo Sage handmade Zellige tile is a soft green with hints of tan and blue.
Crafted using traditional artisan techniques, Eco Outdoor’s Seafoam Cotto Zellige tile has a light cream hue, with a hand-glazed top and split base.
Australian interior designer Georgia Ezra founded Tiles of Ezra as part of her search for unique, ethnic tiling. The Tiles of Ezra Miss Zellige is a small format tile handmade in Morocco; its turquoise hue transporting you to a tropical holiday destination.
Wolseley Home by Mrs Smith | Photography by Prue Ruscoe
The handmade Earp Bros Zellij French Blue is a soft blue ceramic tile with a glossy finish; its different shades illuminated beautifully with natural light.
The handmade Surface Gallery Moroccan Zellige in Night Blue can create pungent contrast in the bathroom or kitchen with its striking glazed ink finish.
Watsons Bay Beachfront Home by Handelsmann + Khaw | Photography by Felix Forest
Watsons Bay Beachfront Home by Handelsmann + Khaw | Photography by Felix Forest
