Tin Inlay

Tin inlay is a traditional Levantine craft where artisans carve fine grooves into wood and insert thin strips of tin by hand to create decorative patterns. Once inlaid, the surface is sanded and polished until the tin and wood sit flush, revealing intricate geometric or organic designs. Nada Debs revisited this heritage technique by elevating it from a decorative detail to a primary surface treatment. She collaborated with craftsmen to develop bold, geometric patterns applied across entire surfaces, reimagining tin inlay in a contemporary context. This approach brought new relevance to a craft often overlooked and helped establish her design language of modern Middle Eastern craftsmanship.