This bungalow-friendly beauty is a classic Arts and Crafts design (originally credited to Myrna Ballantine) from the influential periodical Keramic Studio. Actual Tile Size: Approximately 3 7/8” x 3 7/8”. As each Motawi tile is crafted by hand, dimensions may vary slightly by up to 1/16″. Tiles are 5/8″ thick
One of Nawal Motawi’s favorite flowers, the peony is a recurring source of inspiration at Motawi Tileworks. Peony Bloom complements our beloved 4×8 Peony and other florals in Motawi’s ceramic garden. Actual Tile Size: Approximately 3 7/8” x 3 7/8”. As each Motawi tile is crafted by hand, dimensions may
4×4 Square Flowers is one example of the wealth of inspiration Nawal Motawi finds among works once featured in Keramic Studio magazine. This design by Carrie Hetlage is a fitting follow-up to Motawi Tileworks’ 4×4 Round Flowers art tile. Actual Tile Size: Approximately 3 7/8” x 3 7/8”. As each
Barn Kitty, based on the midcentury artistry of Charley Harper, is part of a cast of critters in the Charley Harper by Motawi line. Mid-century modern meets Motawi mastery in these tiles based on the work of celebrated wildlife artist Charley Harper (1922-2007), a self-described “minimal realist.” Motawi tiles are
Artist Yoshiko Yamamoto is a self-taught block printmaker who strives always to fuse Japanese design sensibility with fine craftsmanship. Several years ago, Nawal Motawi, a longtime admirer of Yoshiko’s work, approached her for a collaboration. Motawi thought Yamamoto’s bold prints would work well as a raised-line tile design. She was
Our graceful Koi Pond tile is a scaled adaptation of a larger mural originally designed for the Grand Rapids [Michigan] Art Prize competition. The response to the mural was so overwhelming that Nawal Motawi decided to create a smaller tile for production. Actual Tile Size: Approximately 5 7/8” x 7
This delicate stylized design of waterlilies, common in the tranquil ponds of the Midwest, is adapted from Frank Lloyd Wright’s drawing “Waterlilies”, which is thought to be designed for an art glass screen in 1895 but never produced. This early example epitomizes Wright’s ability to incorporate themes from nature and
Nawal Motawi, founder and principal designer at Motawi Tileworks, has always been enchanted with butterflies. At long last, she has brought the monarch to the Motawi butterfly collection. Actual Tile Size: Approximately 3 7/8” x 7 7/8”. As each Motawi tile is crafted by hand, dimensions may vary slightly by
We collaborated with illustrator Cary Phillips on this vibrant floral design. Phillips’ work has been used in children’s books, for greeting cards, and even on fabrics. We find her lush nature themes translate beautifully to tile. Actual Tile Size: Approximately 3 7/8” x 7 7/8”. As each Motawi tile is
Our contemplative Riverscape tile evokes the quiet grace of a Japanese landscape. Actual Tile Size: Approximately 3 7/8” x 11 7/8”. As each Motawi tile is crafted by hand, dimensions may vary slightly by up to 1/16″. Tiles are 5/8″ thick and have a notch at the back for hanging.
We draw frequent inspiration from the stunning woodblock and letterpress prints of Yoshiko Yamamoto. 4×12 Eucalyptus, a design depicting the eucalyptus trees of the Pacific Northwest, is one of multiple Motawi art tiles based on Yamamoto’s work. Motawi tiles are striking art pieces and installation accents. Each tile is made
The Charley Harper Minis feature whimsical wildlife images by artist Charley Harper. Midcentury modern meets Motawi mastery in this charming series of 3×3 art tiles. Actual Tile Size: Approximately 2 7/8” x 2 7/8”. As each Motawi tile is crafted by hand, dimensions may vary slightly by up to 1/16″.
