Made by Hand
A classic ceramics company is revitalized based on the simple yet critical premise of making good things for good people.
BRIAN AND EDITH HEATH
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF BRIAN & EDITH HEATH FOUNDATION/ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN ARCHIVES, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY.
There is something very intimate about making ceramics for homes, and the minds behind Heath Ceramics know this well. “Our primary customer wants pieces that will become part of their lives,” says Managing Director and co-owner Robin Petravic. “They seek items that shape experiences, from daily rituals to holiday dinners.” At Heath, each piece tells a story, and their sleek design allows them to effortlessly translate from decade to decade. “Midcentury Modern design is timeless,” says Catherine Bailey, Creative Director and co-owner. “Our items are handed down and are never just ‘of a moment.’”