faa1 gaai1 zyun1花階磚花阶砖
Jyutpingfaa1 gaai1 zyun1
Yalefā gāai jyūn
Definition
Patterned floor tiles; encaustic tiles.
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How it's used
These tiles are iconic in Hong Kong architecture, often associated with colonial era buildings or traditional tong lau apartments. They are highly valued today for their intricate, colourful geometric or floral designs which evoke a strong sense of nostalgia. You will often see them being repurposed in modern cafes or boutique shops to create a vintage aesthetic.
Measure word
faai3塊faiExamples
This old house still preserves the patterned tiles.
Do you like this style of patterned tiles?
Related words
Common phrases
to lay patterned tiles
vintage patterned tiles
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