Tile is an existing technology that is not utilized to its potential. There are examples of tile roofs and flooring but these are not the common.

The quality of the tile is similar to bricks, it is determined mainly by the clay content of the soil.

Tile for flooring purposes is very common. It is durable and available. Patterns can be created for decoration.

A glaze is then applied and fired again. The glaze is what gives the tile water resistence properties.

Tile, much like brick, is fired.

Tile is used in areas where water is, such as kitchen counters and bathroom counters. the tile protects the wood from rotting.

Tiles do not have to be just a "plain" color. Patterns can be produced that are uniquely African or even Zambian.

Larger tiles can be used in outdoor spaces such as terraces or stoops. They are very durable.

Eventhough none of the designs presented here use roof tiles, it could be used. It is being utilized in cities, not so much at the village level.

The mix to make tile is similiar to brick and is composed mainly from clay. The mix is placed into a form.

Much like a thatch roof system, individual tiles are supported by battens. Battens supporting tiles would be larger than those supporting thatch due to the increase of weight.