Tilegners
Tilegners are professionals who design, fabricate, and install tiled surfaces and mosaic artworks. The term covers traditional ceramic and porcelain tiling as well as modern tile-based display systems and architectural tessellations. Tilegners work across sectors such as construction, interior design, public art, and cultural heritage conservation.
Origins of tile engraving and inlay can be traced to ancient civilizations across the Mediterranean, Middle
Core activities include pattern design using tessellation principles, selection of materials and finishes, tile cutting, setting,
Traditional tools include nippers, saws, trowels, and glazes, while digital workflows employ CAD software, pattern libraries,
Training often occurs through apprenticeships, vocational schools, or specialized tile guilds. Certifications may address safety, pattern
Tilegners contribute to architectural heritage through restoration of historic tiling and the creation of contemporary installations.
Related topics include tiling, mosaic, tessellation, and ceramic art.