Moresque Arts brings more than 50 years of Fez, Morocco, zellige craftsmanship to its U.S. branch in Ohio, producing handmade clay tiles for residential and commercial spaces. Founded by master artisan Ali Benlemlih, the company carries a family tradition linked to artisans whose work included Morocco’s Royal Palace and Hassan II Mosque. Its 167 artisans and experts have supported more than 20,000 projects in over 30 countries, pairing traditional Moroccan methods with contemporary designs.
Greenmount TileBaltimore-based and woman-owned, Greenmount Tile makes handmade ceramic tile from American clay, blending digitally enabled prototyping with hands-on tile artistry. Led by principal tile artist Dominique Hellgeth, the company is especially distinctive for its geometric Pentagonal tile collection and custom, one-of-a-kind installations.BALTIMORE, MD
New York TilemakersFounded by artist and longtime contractor Andru Eron, New York Tilemakers handcrafts art tiles and produces custom mosaic murals in its Long Island City, Queens studio. Every tile is made in New York City from locally sourced clay and lead-free glazes, with small-batch, made-to-order work that preserves the irregular character of handmade ceramics. The studio has fabricated and installed major murals for New York City public schools and LaGuardia Airport, including a 21-by-21-foot installation made with more than 1,500 subway tiles.LONG ISLAND CITY, NY
Superior Clay CorporationSuperior Clay Corporation manufactures handcrafted clay products at a plant that has operated continuously for more than 100 years. Located in Uhrichsville, Ohio, the company works with local clays and emphasizes skilled, generational craftsmanship; its offerings include masonry fireplace and oven components and architectural terra cotta.UHRICHSVILLE, OH