--- title: "clayworks — Artists & Artisans | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/clayworks-pfvwus-pf~1099030495 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1099030495.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: clayworks category: ["Artists & Artisans"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/dda3ee910f0b2a54_3326-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1209 E. Sixth St., Austin, Texas 78702, United States" latitude: 30.2638 longitude: -97.7166 phone: "(512) 949-7142" website: http://www.clayworks.net rating: 5 review_count: 40 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 146 last_updated: 2026-11-10 --- # clayworks Original Houzz profile: [clayworks](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/clayworks-pfvwus-pf~1099030495) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Artists & Artisans - **Location:** Austin, TX - **Serves:** Austin, Pflugerville, Manor, Hornsby Bend, Bee Cave, Shady Hollow, Lost Creek, West Lake Hills, Barton Creek, Garfield, Onion Creek, Manchaca, Rollingwood, Sunset Valley, San Leanna, Hays, Del Valle, Mc Neil - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (40 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2014–2017), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves We produce handmade clay light sconces and coordinating tile address numbers as well as tile murals and decorative tiles for backsplashes and borders. Everything is made and fired in our studio, where we've been creating architectural ceramics for more than 30 years. ### Areas Served - Austin - Pflugerville - Manor - Hornsby Bend - Bee Cave - Shady Hollow - Lost Creek - West Lake Hills - Barton Creek - Garfield - Onion Creek - Manchaca - Rollingwood - Sunset Valley - San Leanna - Hays - Del Valle - Mc Neil ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | clayworks | | Address | 1209 E. Sixth St., Austin, Texas 78702, United States | | Phone | (512) 949-7142 | | Website | http://www.clayworks.net | | Followers on Houzz | 146 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/clayworks - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/clayworksaustin - Blog — http://clayworksaustin.wordpress.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [clayworks](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/clayworks-pfvwus-pf~1099030495) - **Website:** http://www.clayworks.net - **Phone:** (512) 949-7142 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2014–2017), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 40 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Lauren Springer, March 2018** > Outstanding products and great service. Their beautiful handmade and sturdy light fixtures and address tiles have been one of the finest and most commented-on things in my home. **Comment from clayworks:** > We're so pleased to have our work displayed in Lauren's beautiful Colorado home! **★★★★★ — Cheryl Rachetto, July 2016** > We wanted sconces for our breezeway and ordered four from Clayworks. They arrived beautifully packed and are absolutely high quality hand made light fixtures. The clay structure is uniform with hardware firmly attached to the inside. The triangle side cutouts are well done. Our home is still being constructed so will not be able to hang these for a month. Will post pics when they are hung. Chris at Clayworks was easy to communicate with. A professional company. **Comment from clayworks:** > This project was a pleasure--I look forward to seeing the photos. We love to see our sconces in the client's setting! **★★★★★ — patriciakauffman, Aug. 2015** > We ordered four wall sconces and one cylinder light for our Mexican style home up in Auburn, CA. I am incredibly happy with the level of craftsmanship that Clayworks delivered. The sconces are just the highlight that the exterior of the house needed. I am delighted to have worked with a small business of this caliber. We display their work with pride and would recommend them to anyone. **★★★★★ — lisashaker, June 2015** > We had clay works make us 3 large clay sconces and mail them to us from their Texas studio to NH for our new sunroom. We were initially reluctant to order them without seeing them but found them to look as indicated on their website. The staff was very professional and the sconces were well packed and arrived safely and look lovely in our room. They are original and you can vary the glazes that they use. I would highly recommend them and would use them again **Comment from clayworks:** > A pleasure to work with these folks and an honor to be part of this very handsome sun room. **★★★★★ — User, Nov. 2014** > The sign I ordered came promptly and is of excellent quality. Chris was so easy to work with and answered all my questions. I couldn't be happier with clayworks. **Comment from clayworks:** > Thanks so much, Karen. We really enjoy collaborating with our clients. **★★★★★ — bdlavacque, Nov. 2014** > WALL SCONCE: Design-prompt answers and direction; Timing-as promised; Product quality-EXCELLENT.Check out Clayworks website for catalog, highly recommend this company. **★★★★★ — lynnerbrown, Sept. 2014** > Clayworks was a wonderful company to work with. They were very helpful in answering design questions that we had. Our tiles were produced and shipped in a timely manner, and we were very impressed with their unique and excellent quality. **Comment from clayworks:** > Thanks so much. It was a pleasure working with you. **★★★★★ — haj627, Sept. 2014** > I used the critter tiles with blue backgrounds in my backsplash, as an accent border amid plain white ceramic tiles. My cabinets are dark blue, my countertop is white quartz, and the effect is striking. Everything else is pretty basic, sensible long-lasting choices. The tiles from Clayworks add a welcome element of the local and handmade. All the critters live in Texas, half of them in my neighborhood. I love them and so does everyone who comes into my kitchen! **Comment from clayworks:** > So nice to see this. Your tile setter did a nice job of mixing our handmade critters with the commercial field tiles. Thanks very much for including us in your project. **★★★★★ — mcdelpha, Aug. 2014** > I had seen a tile address sign by Clayworks featured in a magazine and knew I had to have one for my house. The sign is absolutely gorgeous and of high quality. We couldn't be happier. Also, it was just over a week between the time of the order and the arrival of our tile sign at our home. Thank you Clayworks. When the neighbors start asking where we got the sign, we will send them your way. **★★★★★ — stephanieannn, Aug. 2014** > I searched the internet for Mexican clay sconces and was fortunate to run across the Clayworks website. I ordered 4 sconces, cobalt blue, rubbed tree of life and triangle cut outs. They are gorgeous and ready for my electrician to hang (but for the fact some areas outside are not wired I could have done myself). They are beautiful and I was so happy to find they could add a protective cap for exposed outdoor locations. The people at Clayworks are consummate professionals and so gracious and talented. **Comment from clayworks:** > Many thanks, Stephanie. It was such a pleasure to work with you. Chris **★★★★★ — swans012006, April 2014** > We absolutely love our sconces and ceiling pendant from Clayworks. Had I found them sooner in our remodeling process, I would have ordered more fixtures from them. They came quite quickly and are gorgeous. Chris was very responsive with all of my questions, too. **★★★★★ — crawvich, March 2014** > Very professional group of people who make lovely handmade tiles.My husband and I are working on a small bath project and needed a few unusual tiles to accent the wall. The tiles arrived in great condition and very quickly. You won't be disappointed with these guys. Also, the communication was excellent. They answered all my emails promptly. **Comment from clayworks:** > Thanks so much. Hope you'll send a photo when everything is in place. ## Selected projects - [Eclectic Sconces for Eclectic Austin Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eclectic-sconces-for-eclectic-austin-residence-pj-vj~5560001) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 15 - Description: Two residences, one including an artists' studio, are joined by a common lawn. The compound is united in cheerful design and eclectic touches including a Bobcat Sconce that we adapted from a scupper design. The project was featured in the 2017 Austin Remodeled Homes Tour sponsored by the National Ass. of Remodeling Industry (NARI). - [Stagecoach Inn Sconces](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stagecoach-inn-sconces-pj-vj~5545839) - Location: Salado, TX - Photos: 5 - Description: These fixtures were created for the renovation of a historic stagecoach inn in Salado, Texas. Glazed satin white, the bedside sconces feature pullchains tipped with hand rolled terra cotta beads for a warm touch reflecting the rustic nature of the inn. 176 fixtures total. - [Clay Wall Sconces](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/clay-wall-sconces-pj-vj~68412) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 15 - Description: Handmade clay sconces for indoors or out come wired and complete with mounting hardware. - [Tile Address Plaques](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tile-address-plaques-pj-vj~68414) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - [Decorative Tiles & Backsplashes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/decorative-tiles-and-backsplashes-pj-vj~68415) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 12 - [Ceramic Garden Decor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ceramic-garden-decor-pj-vj~68413) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 5 - Description: This urban garden yields flowers and vegetables year round and is appointed with handmade ceramic planters, garden stools, murals and decorative tiles. - [Seashore Tiles](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/seashore-tiles-pj-vj~256291) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - Description: 4 in. x 4 in. terra cotta tiles. White glazed background with figure standing out in terra cotta. - [Animal Tiles](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/animal-tiles-pj-vj~197775) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 13 - Description: 4 in. x 4 in. armadillo tile, part of the Clayworks Critter Tile series. Terra cotta figure with background glazed in satin finish white, green or cobalt blue. - [Clayworks Sconce Styles](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/clayworks-sconce-styles-pj-vj~335295) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 14 - Description: Clayworks ceramic sconces are formed from potter's clay, embellished by hand, and gas fired onsite in our studio. They are available in many styles and glaze colors and coordinate with our house numbers and decorative tiles. Ceramic sconces come wired and ready to mount, and are intended for indoor or protected outdoor locations. - [Ceramic Ceiling Fixtures](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ceramic-ceiling-fixtures-pj-vj~347753) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 4 - Description: Ceramic fixtures can be chain mounted or set flush to the ceiling. They are handmade and fired in our studio and available in several styles and glaze colors. [See all 10 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/clayworks-pfvwus-pf~1099030495) ## Ideabooks - [Tile Backsplashes and Backgrounds](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1308150/list/tile-backsplashes-and-backgrounds) — 4 ideas - [Beach house lighting, address plaques, and tile decor](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1155413/list/beach-house-lighting-address-plaques-and-tile-decor) — 9 ideas - [Garden Decor](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1720600/list/garden-decor) — 7 ideas - [Handmade Tile House Numbers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1213926/list/handmade-tile-house-numbers) — 14 ideas - [Southwestern & Mexican style lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1212926/list/southwestern-mexican-style-lighting) — 2 ideas [See all 5 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/clayworks) ## Community Q&A **Q: What size snd type of bulb?** *(in Product Questions)* A: LED, flourecent or incandescent are fine. wattage, up to 75 w incandescent. **Q: Bathroom floor touch of whimsy** *(in Photo Questions)* Can I order 1tile? A: Sorry I missed this query so long ago. Yes we make and sell these. $12 per piece. **Q: love this idea** *(in Photo Questions)* if I send you a picture of our brand can y/ou custom make me two lights like this one? can we make them solar lights A: Sorry to be replying so late--I simply missed it. Sure, send us a pattern and we will give you a quote. Thanks so much. **Q: how does this attach to the recepticle?** *(in Product Questions)* A: The sconces come wired with a porcelain socket, and are installed directly to the electrical box. We provide hanging hardware including a bracket to span the box and a threaded rod to attach the sconce to the bracket. It is a very standard install. The attached schematic should make it clear. Thanks for your question, and please let us know if we can provide any further information. **Q: Where is the light and house numbers from?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Those are from Clayworks Studio/Gallery, www.clayworks.net **Q: What is "Texas Style?"** *(in Design Dilemma)* We saw a bit of controversy over an ideabook about Texas style this week and the comments were really interesting. How would YOU describe Texas style? Tell us about it! (photos encouraged) A: Texas style may be hard to define, but you know it when you see it. It is a reflection of the palette and the spirit of the place. Look to the cultural history, the materials at hand worked by traditional artisans, and an authentic style true to place will come through. Austin’s palette is as different from El Paso’s as Corpus Christi’s is different from Dallas’. Or for that matter, from Dime Box. When clients tell us that tiles and sconces seem authentic to Texas, we feel like we’re on the right track. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-10.*