The Epicenter of Matter and Creation

Browsing our website is an invitation to inspiration, a first visual step towards realizing your decorating dreams. However, to truly grasp the essence of our products, nothing beats experiencing them firsthand. Visiting our Carocim showroom in Aix-en-Provence means physically entering the heart of Maison Carocim, where our history and expertise come to life. It is here, on the Puyricard plateau, that we have chosen to anchor our world. We designed this space not as a simple tile shop, but as a place for sensory experience and architectural dialogue. A cement tile is a living, sensual object, experienced as much with the eyes as with the hands. Its unique satin texture, its slight imperfections that bear witness to the human hand, the subtle vibration of its colors derived from natural pigments… all of this composes an aesthetic composition that can only be fully appreciated in person. We invite you to come and experience the materials firsthand, compare the patterns, and let your projects take shape in an environment dedicated to creation. Our team of experts is here to offer you personalized advice in our Carocim showroom in Aix-en-Provence, transforming your abstract ideas into a concrete and beautiful reality.

Le Quinze Quinze: An Ecosystem Dedicated to the Art of Living

Our Carocim showroom in Aix-en-Provence has the privilege of being located within an exceptional retail complex: Le Quinze Quinze. Situated at 1515 Route du Puy Sainte-Réparade, this space is not simply a collection of shops, but a veritable village dedicated to the art of decoration and exceptional craftsmanship. By choosing this location, we wanted to integrate cement tiles into their natural environment: that of a vibrant, elegant home, designed with a holistic approach. Visiting Carocim is therefore also about exploring Le Quinze Quinze, this living space dedicated to craftsmanship and decoration. The customer experience is seamless and inspiring. You'll find everything you need to complete your project and enhance it through decoration and layout, thanks to the perfect synergy between the various brands present. Imagine being able to coordinate your entire renovation in a single visit: Nomu Kitchen: Specialists in custom kitchens. The kitchen is often the preferred setting for cement tiles, laid as floor tiles or wall backsplashes. Nomu Kitchen's immediate proximity within Quinze Quinze allows you to confirm the harmony between your cabinetry materials and tile patterns. Ovio Home: A go-to for furniture, lighting, tableware, and fabrics. Lighting is crucial to revealing the depth of our tiles' pigments. At Ovio, you'll find the perfect lighting to showcase your Carocim floor. Antiqua: This antique dealer renovates and breathes new life into solid wood furniture. There's a clear connection between our tiles, heirs to a centuries-old tradition, and antique furniture. The "Wabi-Sabi" spirit and a love of authenticity are reflected in this Quinze Quinze partner. Atelier Polychrome: For custom framing, gold leaf gilding, and mirrors. The meticulous work of the gilding craftsman is reminiscent of that of our cement workers filling the divider. It is the love of "Handmade" that unites us. Finally, a visit to the Carocim showroom in Aix-en-Provence at Quinze Quinze also guarantees a relaxing moment with Maison Estrade. This restaurant offers you the opportunity for a gastronomic break, a precious moment to step back from your project, discuss the plans around a table, and transform a day of technical decisions into a moment of convivial pleasure.

The Carocim Experience: Beyond the Cement Tile

Our Carocim showroom in Aix-en-Provence is the physical embodiment of our identity. It's where our catalog truly comes to life and where our offerings extend far beyond what you see online. We present our creations in displays designed to inspire and help you envision your project. The layout is designed to allow you to compose, combine colors, and visualize complex patterns. Bring a plan, a photo, or even just an idea: our space is an open workshop where your project takes center stage. We believe that choosing flooring is a fundamental step in decorating. It sets the tone and establishes the style. That's why taking the time to choose it in a calming and inspiring setting like Quinze Quinze is essential.

An Expanded Range: Paints, Zellige Tiles and Moldings

While Carocim is world-renowned for its cement tiles, our Carocim showroom in Aix-en-Provence offers a complete range of complementary materials essential for a truly sophisticated décor. During your visit, you'll have access to: Zellige and Terrazzo: We showcase an exclusive collection of Moroccan zellige tiles, whose irregular, glossy surface contrasts beautifully with the matte finish of the cement. Terrazzo, another timeless classic, is also featured. Ressource Paints: We are proud to offer paints from Maison Ressource. Choosing your paint at the same time as your flooring guarantees a perfectly harmonious color scheme. Our consultants can help you pair a "Sarah Blue" with a Carocim floral pattern right here in the showroom. Orac Moldings: To enhance your walls and ceilings, we present Orac Decor solutions. Cornices, baseboards, and chair rails help structure the space and add depth to your rooms, perfectly complementing the classic or contemporary style of our tiles. Wallpapers and Accessories: A carefully curated selection of wallpapers is available to create graphic dialogues with our flooring. In addition, you'll find all the necessary technical supplies: specific adhesives, suitable grouts, and spacers for a professional installation.

Touching the Material, Understanding the Artisanal Know-How

Every cement tile you hold in your hands at the Carocim showroom in Aix-en-Provence is the product of a heritage and a precise craft. When you visit our showroom, you're not just seeing a finished product; you're experiencing the culmination of artisanal expertise that Maison Carocim has been perpetuating for over 40 years. This art of cement tiling appeared in France around 1860 in Vivier, on the banks of the Rhône, before disappearing after the First World War. Our mission is to preserve it, reinvent it, and pass it on to you. We take the time to explain to our visitors what makes a true mosaic tile so special. Unlike industrial ceramics, our tiles are not fired, but hydraulically pressed. They are not painted on the surface; they are colored throughout, several millimeters thick.

Manufacturing Secrets Revealed

At the Carocim showroom in Aix-en-Provence, we will explain the fascinating steps of this handcrafted process, carried out in our Moroccan workshops: The Divider: Inside the mold, the artisan places the divider, a complex metal grid that creates the pattern. This is the heart of the tile. Filling: Our artisans pour mixtures of marble powder and natural pigments into the compartments of the divider. This requires perfect memorization of the pattern and speed of execution before the marble sets. Removal and Pressing: The divider is removed with a swift movement. A layer of cement is then applied to fix the colors, followed by a layer of mortar for rigidity. The whole assembly is then placed under pressure. Drying: Once removed from the mold, the tile is immersed in water to prevent cracking, then left to air dry on special racks for several days. It is this absence of firing and this slow drying process that gives the tile its unique appearance. We also produce two thicknesses which you can compare in the showroom: 16 mm for maximum robustness on the floor, and 12 mm, lighter, ideal for wall installations.

Exclusive Features and Personalization: Your Unique Project

It's important to note that the Carocim showroom in Aix-en-Provence offers many Carocim products that aren't available on our website. By visiting Quinze Quinze, you'll have access to our "reserve" collection: end-of-line items, designer prototypes, and experimental colors. It's the perfect opportunity to find rare pieces for a truly unique project.

Custom-Made and Historical Restoration

Once there, you'll also have the opportunity to explore the full range of our color palettes. You can then choose to personalize your tiles if you wish. Select one of our patterns and modify the colors as you like: this is a basic option we regularly offer. But we can go even further. For exceptional projects, architects and passionate individuals call upon our restoration service. Historical restoration projects are a field of expression we adore. If you own an old house with damaged floors, we can investigate the origins of the pattern, locate the historical production sites, and conduct numerous tests to reproduce the tile exactly. Even for small spaces, we will be delighted to make your decorating project truly exceptional and unique! Because that's also the magic of cement tiles: small, handmade series onto which you can still infuse your creative genius and your sense of design.

Prepare your visit to our Puyricard showroom

Our Carocim showroom in Aix-en-Provence is located on the Puyricard plateau, north of Aix-en-Provence, in a peaceful, green setting, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. We have done everything possible to ensure your visit is a pleasant and stress-free experience. Ample free parking is available right in front of the entrance, allowing you to easily load your purchases or samples and take all the time you need for your project, without any parking-related time constraints.

  • AddressCarocim at Quinze Quinze 1515, route du Puy Sainte-Réparade 13540 Aix-en-Provence (Puyricard) France
  • Hours of operationTuesday to Saturday: 10:00am - 7:00pm (Continuous day)
  • Visit by appointment only: To offer you personalized advice at the Carocim showroom in Aix-en-Provence in complete tranquility, especially for complex project studies requiring elaborate plans and layouts, we also receive you by appointment on Mondays, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

Feel free to call us at +33 (0)4 42 92 20 39 to plan your visit or schedule an appointment with one of our consultants. The entire Carocim team looks forward to welcoming you to Quinze Quinze and discovering the decor we will create together.