The handcrafted clay roof tiles may have been a ubiquitous feature in small towns and villages a few decades ago. Yet, a walk through one of them now will see a near absence of their presence, the ...

In the Colonial years, when handmade brick was scarce, the availability of native clay also afforded Valley pioneers to build attractive brick chimneys with courses of brick corbelling. The result: ...

In its latest project to creatively repurpose clay roof tiles, Indian architecture firm Manoj Patel Design Studio has upcycled locally produced tiles into a green wall with natural cooling benefits.

The roof of any outdoor area, whether a porch, patio, or pergola, does more than provide shelter; it sets the tone for the space and enhances the home’s overall appeal. Choosing the right roof tiles ...

Clay tiles have been in use for many years and are still installed in both residential and commercial applications. Clay tiles differ from concrete in regards to weight, attachment methods and the way ...

Malaysia's Drtan Lm Architect was recently commissioned to undertake an extensive renovation of an old dilapidated house. The firm quickly found that the home contained a large number of intact ...

Roofing tiles have been around for decades. Yet, even with all the new innovative roofing solutions, they are still preferred. Good products and trends come and disappear over time due to constant ...