clé notes

curious about what obsesses the clé team (other than tile?) all the best in art, film, fashion, TV, books, sounds… and much more.

one of a kind eastern earthenware tile: why it’s so special, why it’s so sought after, and why we don’t sample it.

how to order handmade, artisan clé tile to get the kind of results you want (and deserve).

in the vast spectrum of colors, one shade continues to capture our attention — blue. its presence has been felt in everything from art, design, and fashion to language, class, status, and even religious iconography. is it any wonder, then, that blue is consistently found to be the most loved color in the world?

discover the fascinating history of blue and white design, a classic color pairing that has enthralled the world since ancient times.

brick, that humble material, is becoming an elegant, elevated feature in the work of visionary architects and designers, who are using brick to surprise, move, and connect us with both past and future.

clé’s thoughtfully curated bundles offer a simple way for clients to attain bold tile combinations with a bespoke feel.

The introduction of color to the world of cinema created an entirely new visual language for artists to communicate with, which is precisely what the new cinema collection at clè does as well.

clé introduced cement tile to the US a decade ago, with timeless colors, patterns and shapes that sparked a love affair with this durable, expressive material. it’s now a design standard, but it’s just the start. it’s time for a new era of cement.