Bert & May, established by Lee Thornley, specializes in handmade artisan tiles, born from Thornley's passion for reclaimed materials while designing his boutique hotel, Casa La Siesta, in Andalusia. Launching in 2013 after a pivotal meeting with Juanma, a traditional encaustic tile manufacturer in Spain, Bert & May epitomizes the marriage of historical craftsmanship with contemporary design. The brand is known for its distinctive use of color and pattern, creating tiles that combine the patina of reclaimed materials with the quality of handcraftsmanship【54†source】.
