Footlights

Plucked from the Aesthetic Movement’s in-between era—halfway to Deco, fully dramatic. Footlights is crisp linework, calibrated corners, and cinematic glow; dress it up grand or keep it residential-cool in the 3x6. It feels right at home—from historic theaters to fresh foyers. Step into the light.

Pale Green

3x6 A

3x6 B

3x3 Corner

Black

3x6 A

3x6 B

Close-up of a decorative ceramic tile with a geometric maze pattern in black on a cream background.

3x3 Corner

Turquoise

3x6 A

3x6 B

A square ceramic tile with a black background and a turquoise maze pattern.

3x3 Corner

Every Motawi Tile Is Made by Hand

From start to finish, every Motawi ceramic tile is crafted by hand in our Ann Arbor, Michigan studio. It begins with soft clay, pressed into custom molds to shape each tile. From there, artisans trim and smooth every edge by hand before the tiles are bisque-fired in the kiln.

Then comes the magic of the glaze—some tiles are dipped, others are carefully bulb-glazed using a centuries-old technique called Cuenca, where glaze is filled into tiny basins formed by raised lines in the design. No shortcuts, no automation—just human hands and sharp eyes guiding every step. Finally, every tile gets fired again, locking in color and character. The result? A piece of tile that’s not just made—it’s crafted.

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Design Services:
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Email us or call us at 734-213-0017 to schedule an appointment.