REPUBLIC OF II BY IV and VIÚVA LAMEGO present two new tile collections

Founded by Dan Menchions and Keith Rushbrook, the international industrial design studio REPUBLIC OF II BY IV launches two new tile collections—Colinas and Marola—in collaboration with VIÚVA LAMEGO, Portugal’s historic ceramic tile manufacturer.
Representing an unprecedented collaboration, this partnership brings together the century-old VIÚVA LAMEGO and international design studio REPUBLIC OF II BY IV — uniting centuries of Portuguese ceramic artistry with a distinctly modern, sculptural sensibility. Since 1849, VIÚVA LAMEGO has preserved the craft of hand-made, kiln-fired tilemaking. With Colinas and Marola, REPUBLIC OF II BY IV offers a contemporary interpretation that honours tradition, while engaging the spirit of the present.

Colinas Collection

Inspired by the sculptural folds of pleated textiles, Colinas evokes the rhythmic layering of woven fabric and rolling hills. Its name—Portuguese for “small hills”—is reflected in the tiles’ subtly carved forms, where vertical and horizontal striations create a layered, dimensional surface. Offered in three modular formats (10x10cm, 10x20cm, and 20x20cm), Colinas allows for endless combinations and creative compositions. The result is a surface that feels fluid and tactile, catching light in soft gradients and shadowed relief. Suitable for both interior and exterior applications, Colinas brings a refined textural sophistication to hospitality, retail, and residential environments alike.

Marola Collection

Named after the Portuguese word for “wave,” Marola draws inspiration from the delicate lines left in sand as water recedes—each tile designed to evoke the feeling of a fossilized artifact. Its asymmetrical carvings and glaze-filled grooves create a rippling effect that comes alive in composition, forming soft, organic rhythms across large-scale surfaces. Crafted as a modular system in two tile formats (10x10cm and 10x20cm), Marola’s flowing patterns and bold simplicity make it ideal for serene architectural facades or immersive interior installations. The result is a collection that feels both contemporary and timeless, expressive yet effortlessly restrained.

Both collections are crafted in porcelain at VIÚVA LAMEGO’s historic factory in Sintra, Portugal, using artisanal methods passed down through generations. Available in a palette of white, green, blue, ochre, and black, each tile reflects a balance of design precision and handcrafted imperfection—a tactile expression of both studios' shared respect for artistry and innovation.