For the Carole Poirot project, Terra Original octagon zellige with Pure White infill gives the kitchen a look that sits somewhere between vintage larder and modern workspace, and feels entirely at home in both.
The octagon format is the character piece of the zellige family. Earthy eight-sided tiles interlock with small white squares, creating a pattern with movement that a plain grid cannot match. The soft contrast between the warm clay tone and the bright infill lifts the room without shouting, and it pairs naturally with timber worktops and rustic kitchenware.
Why octagon zellige suits kitchens
Kitchens need surfaces that handle steam, splashes and daily wiping. Glazed zellige does all of that while adding the hand-cut irregularity that makes a wall interesting to look at year after year. The pattern also scales well: it works across a full splashback or in a compact panel behind a hob. Orders start from 1 m².
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