In the Eaton Fire burn zone, fireplaces adorned with Arts and Crafts tiles are among the sole surviving relics of the town’s architectural heritage, and volunteers are on a mission to salvage them.

Step into the world of DIY cement tile creation where artistry and precision come together. Each tile is carefully crafted from raw materials, shaped and polished to perfection. Skilled workers mix, ...

“Batchelder’s tiles encapsulate the intersection of art, history and design,” Shih said. Most of the tiles being saved are Batchelders’ work, but the styles vary wildly, his efforts ...