About Studiora Verde

Studiora Verde began as a contractor’s side studio where field problems met quiet experimentation. Today, we’re a dedicated learning space where tile setters master the full journey—from structure and waterproofing to grout selection and maintenance plans.

Mission

We teach craftspeople to build tile assemblies that age gracefully. Our mission is to anchor intuition in material science so every layout, cut, and seal supports performance and beauty.

Nature-led choices

Moisture, temperature, and movement guide our system selection and detailing.

Field-tested workflows

Everything we teach earned its keep on real projects with real constraints.

Precision with empathy

We pair strict tolerances with teaching that respects where every learner starts.

Team

Elia Marin — Lead Setter

20 years in high-end residential. Specializes in thin porcelain panels and expansion joint strategy.

Kieran Moss — Materials

Chemist turned builder. Teaches mortars, membranes, and the physics of capillary action.

Ava Brook — Layout

Architectural background. Leads courses in layout math, symmetry, and patterning.

We also collaborate with guest instructors for historic preservation, heated floors, and stone care.