--- title: "Marin Mosaics — Artists & Artisans | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/marin-mosaics-pfvwus-pf~276954379 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~276954379.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Marin Mosaics" category: ["Artists & Artisans"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/64a3c2160ec92c34_0981-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1945 Novato Blvd, Novato, California 94947, United States" latitude: 38.0973 longitude: -122.5837 phone: "(415) 595-3692" website: http://marinmosaics.com rating: 5 review_count: 4 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 140 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # Marin Mosaics Original Houzz profile: [Marin Mosaics](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/marin-mosaics-pfvwus-pf~276954379) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Artists & Artisans - **Location:** Novato, CA - **Serves:** San Francisco, Oakland, Napa, San Rafael, Petaluma, Novato, Mill Valley, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Sonoma, Corte Madera, Kentfield, Sausalito, Lucas Valley-Marinwood, Santa Venetia, Sleepy Hollow, Ross, Fairfax, Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, Black Point-Green Point, Woodacre, San Geronimo, Nicasio, Canada, Forest Knolls, Greenbrae, Lagunitas, San Francisco Bay Area, United States - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2020), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - 500 Ideabook Saves Marin Mosaics is a boutique mosaic studio specializing in custom mosaics for walls, floors, kitchen backsplashes, shower niches, wine cellars and any place a custom mosaic would enhance your interior. We hand craft our mosaics in Novato, California (SF Bay Area) and can pack and ship to the continental US. Carol Lancour crafts her custom mosaics from hand cut pieces of vitreous, stained, or fused glass using the same methods that have been employed by mosaic artists since antiquity. Carol works exclusively with glass because the refraction and reflection of light lend the mosaic a liveliness that other materials lack. She particularly enjoys doing large-scale installations, such as walls and floors, because the art becomes part of the structure of the building. Carol holds a BA in Fine Art and an MA in Art History from Michigan State University (Go Spartans!). ### Services Provided - Backsplash Tile Mosaic - Custom Artwork - Kitchen tile - Mosaic ### Areas Served - San Francisco - Oakland - Napa - San Rafael - Petaluma - Novato - Mill Valley - Larkspur - San Anselmo - Sonoma - Corte Madera - Kentfield - Sausalito - Lucas Valley-Marinwood - Santa Venetia - Sleepy Hollow - Ross - Fairfax - Lagunitas-Forest Knolls - Black Point-Green Point - Woodacre - San Geronimo - Nicasio - Canada - Forest Knolls - Greenbrae - Lagunitas - San Francisco Bay Area - United States ### Typical Job Cost $500 - 10,000 Custom mosaics are priced at $500 per square foot ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Marin Mosaics | | Address | 1945 Novato Blvd, Novato, California 94947, United States | | Phone | (415) 595-3692 | | Website | http://marinmosaics.com | | Followers on Houzz | 140 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pg/MarinMosaics - Blog — www.marinmosaicsw.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Marin Mosaics](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/marin-mosaics-pfvwus-pf~276954379) - **Website:** http://marinmosaics.com - **Phone:** (415) 595-3692 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2020), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews** ### All 4 reviews **★★★★★ — jacs827, May 2019** > Carol was an absolute pleasure to work with. She worked very closely with us to make sure the mosaic matched our vision. She went above and beyond to make sure every piece was perfect. We were beyond thrilled when it arrived and absolutely love it. We highly recommend Marin Mosaics for any custom mosaic work you may need in and around your home. **★★★★★ — kimborei, July 2013** > Mid Century Mosaics is a great company to work with. Carol is a very talented artist who can take your idea and bring it to life in a wonderful way. She is open to suggestions, but also willing to voice her opinion and offer her wisdom as an artist. Prices are fair and the follow up is awesome. The mosaic she created for my kitchen is gorgeous and amazes all who see it. I highly recommend Carol & Mid Century Mosaics. **★★★★★ — paula24, April 2013** > Carol is a thoughtful artist who created exactly what I asked for and it is just breathtaking. I enjoy it everyday and will surely commission another piece when the spirit moves me. Carol understands depth perception and created a Goden Gate Bridge mosiac for me that is stunning. > Paula S. **★★★★★ — mls1, April 2013** > Carol at Mid Century Mosaics created a beautiful mosaic for our kitchen, based on the color and design ideas we discussed with her. We receive many compliments on the Mosaic, and people seem to especially like that it was designed specifically for our family. I highly recommend Mid Century Mosaics for anyone interested in commissioning a one-of-a-kind work of art at an affordable price. ## Selected projects - [Koi fish mosaic floor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/koi-fish-mosaic-floor-pj-vj~7144152) - Location: Novato, CA - Photos: 3 - [Kitchen Backsplash Mosaic Tile Insets](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-backsplash-mosaic-tile-insets-pj-vj~6082648) - Location: Novato, CA - Photos: 13 - [Ohio State Mosaic Inset for Shower Niche](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ohio-state-mosaic-inset-for-shower-niche-pj-vj~5727161) - Location: Novato, CA - Photos: 4 - Description: Custom designed mosaic of Ohio State logo for a bathroom remodel in NYC. I collaborated with my client and created a mosaic on fiberglass mesh for her tile contractor to install in the shower's niche. - [Koi Fish Mosaic Side Table](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/koi-fish-mosaic-side-table-pj-vj~5720776) - Location: Novato, CA - Photos: 3 - [Food Art Mosaics for Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/food-art-mosaics-for-kitchens-pj-vj~5717330) - Location: Novato, CA - Photos: 4 - [Food Art Mosaics for Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/food-art-mosaics-for-kitchens-pj-vj~5717331) - Location: Novato, CA - Photos: 1 - [Stained glass kitchen mosaic backsplash inset](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stained-glass-kitchen-mosaic-backsplash-inset-pj-vj~2964368) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Stained glass mosaic kitchen backsplash inset with dragonfly and Iris flowers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stained-glass-mosaic-kitchen-backsplash-inset-with-dragonfly-and-iris-flowers-pj-vj~2964288) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Sun Tile Mosaic Backsplash](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sun-tile-mosaic-backsplash-pj-vj~2008466) - Location: San Anselmo, CA - Photos: 4 - Description: Custom Designed mosaic tile kitchen backsplash. Hand cut glass tile mounted on a 24" x 24" board. - [Seattle Shower Mosaic - Landscape with Belted Kingfisher](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/seattle-shower-mosaic-landscape-with-belted-kingfisher-pj-vj~447211) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Marin County Mt. Tam Landscape Mosaic](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marin-county-mt-tam-landscape-mosaic-pj-vj~328240) - Location: Mill Valley, CA - Photos: 2 - Description: Mt. Tamalpais landscape scene – inset for a subway tile kitchen backsplash Dimensions and materials: 16-inches high x 18-inches wide, vitreous glass tile and stained glass. This project was created on a piece of cement board pre-cut to fit exactly in the space behind the stove. Since ceramic subway tile is thicker than a glass tile mosaic this method built up the mosaic so that it is flush with the subway tile. The inspiration for the design of the mosaic was what the view would be if a window w… - [San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge Mosaic](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-francisco-golden-gate-bridge-mosaic-pj-vj~217522) - Location: Novato, CA - Photos: 2 - Description: Mosaic of the Golden Gate Bridge created for a client who wanted a "beautiful view" whenever she walked in her front door. 3 foot x 3 foot stained glass and glass tile mosaic mounted on a framed board. - [Garden Mosaics](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-mosaics-pj-vj~78776) - Location: Novato, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: Beautiful mosaic containers and stepping stones for your garden. Each piece of stained glass and glass tile is hand cut and shaped. - [New Kitchen Mosaic Backsplash](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-kitchen-mosaic-backsplash-pj-vj~134930) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: Mosaic backsplash inset piece above kitchen sink. Dimensions approximately 35.5 inches by 35.5 inches. Custom designed. 30 to 60 days from order to installation. - [Glass Tile Mosaic Floor with Greek Key Border](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glass-tile-mosaic-floor-with-greek-key-border-pj-vj~23037) - Location: Novato, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: Mosaic garden room floor with Greek key border made of vitreous glass tile and stained glass. Dimensions are approximately 11.5 feet x 7.5 feet. - [Mosaic Bathroom - Birds & Flowers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mosaic-bathroom-birds-and-flowers-pj-vj~78775) - Location: Novato, CA - Photos: 4 - Description: Birds & Flowers Mosaic Bathroom Dimensions: approximately 7’ 4” wide x 4’ 2” high Medium: Vitreous glass tile, stained glass, marble gems, millefiori, fused glass Inspiration: Being seated in a lovely garden surrounded by a tranquil blue sky and chirping birds. Stepping out of the shower into a garden. Incorporating the indoor/outdoor space. - [Iris & Dragonfly Mosaic Kitchen Backsplash](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/iris-and-dragonfly-mosaic-kitchen-backsplash-pj-vj~78772) - Location: Baltimore, MD - Photos: 4 - Description: Iris & Dragonfly Mosaic Panel Dimensions: 3’ wide x 3’ high Medium: vitreous glass tile, stained glass, marble gems, hand-made fused glass gems Inspiration: Created for a homeowner’s kitchen remodel project. Iris flowers were her wedding flowers and she, like me, loves the symbolism of the dragonfly – seize the moment because life is short. This panel will be mounted above the kitchen’s island and will provide a color accent to a predominantly white kitchen. [See all 17 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/artists-and-artisans/marin-mosaics-pfvwus-pf~276954379) ## Ideabooks - [Paint color](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22690859/list/paint-color) — 9 ideas - [Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1382615/list/kitchen) — 93 ideas - [Admiration!](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28843929/list/admiration) — 20 ideas - [Deck](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1268012/list/deck) — 97 ideas - [Dining Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/52837738/list/dining-room) — 13 ideas - [midcenturymosaics's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1194956/list/midcenturymosaics-s-ideas) — 156 ideas - [Living Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/74285583/list/living-room) — 5 ideas - [Bathroom remodel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/55231383/list/bathroom-remodel) — 9 ideas - [wine grotto](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1251688/list/wine-grotto) — 11 ideas - [Curb Appeal](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15051210/list/curb-appeal) — 5 ideas [See all 10 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/marinmosaics) ## Community Q&A **Q: Custom block planter** *(in Photo Questions)* Can this piece be done in blue or green w lillies ? A: Yes! Please contact me via email at carol@midcenturymosaics.com and I can put together a cost estimate for you. **Q: POLL: Favorite Kitchen Tile?** *(in Polls)* What's your favorite tile for your kitchen? Vote for your choice! To enter the drawing to win your very own pair of Houzz Slippers! Post a comment telling us what tile you currently have in your kitchen (feel free to share your photos too!) and you will automatically be entered into the drawing. Watch the video below to see what the slippers look like! :) \*One entry per person, per drawing. Entries must be posted before 12:00am Pacific Time 11/3/2013. One winner will be drawn at random. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0C9XwQi4nM A: You can combine subway tile with a custom mosaic. This is the view, in mosaic, the homeowner would have if there was a window. **Q: What is your favorite Christmas Movie?** *(in Polls)* Hey All! Please vote on you favorite Christmas movie. Be sure to add any you love that you don't see here in the Comments. By the way, I'm not sure what happened with some of the pictures, sorry about that! A: I agree with rredpenn! Die Hard is my favorite Christmas movie! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*