Coney Island Inspired Mosaic Bathroom Tile Art, New York City
The Coney Island mosaic is an example of a project that is both creative and functional. Mosaic artist Cathleen Newsham designed and fabricated this unique piece of art for a Manhattan family with a passion for roller coasters. Inspired by the mosaics that decorate the walls of New York's subway stations, Newsham created and installed a "subway" sign above the double sinks. A much larger mosaic (which depicts the likenesses of family members in the first cars of the coaster) was installed on the back wall of the shower-bathtub. The homeowners, wishing to stay true to the fabrication standards of the many mosaics adorning New York City subway platforms, chose to use Italian smalti, a durable, richly colored glass, as the material for the design. The smalti tiles were adhered to mesh, shipped to the job site; then finally installed. Mounting tile to mesh makes it easy to ship mosaics to clients all over the world. Do you have a passion that you would like to see interpreted as functional or decorative art? We would be happy to listen to your ideas and collaborate to create a unique and personal work of art. Using our CONTACT US page, let us know what projects you are dreaming of, and we will help make them a reality!
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Custom Made Architectural Mosaics
For over 20 years, mosaic artist Cathleen Newsham has been designing, fabricating and installing decorative and functional mosaics for residential and commercial clients. Incorporating natural stone, handmade ceramic tile, porcelain tile, brilliantly colored glass and recycled treasures, the artists will work with you to design and finish a distinctive, custom mosaic. Whether your aesthetic is contemporary or eclectic, farmhouse or industrial, a mosaic is an ideal medium for creative expression.
A custom mosaic is a fantastic way to convey your individual style. Now the question becomes where do you reveal such creative expression? What surface do you mosaic? Ideas are infinite: a kitchen or bathroom back splash, a mirror, a light fixture, a tabletop, a wall hanging, a fireplace surround and hearth. Let us guide you to design, fabricate and install a mosaic mural for a memorable entrance way. Think about making mosaics on exterior or interior stair risers. Create a mosaic heirloom by blending photographs and collected mementos that, when viewed as a whole, makes a remarkable work of art. Incorporate into the luxury bath a mosaic sink that, when lit from below, bathes the room in a gentle, healing light. Create a unique tile floor or tile border, installed by an experienced tile contractor, in a foyer, kitchen or playroom. Consider resurfacing a stained counter or damaged porcelain sink with a personalized mosaic, a clever way to freshen the room. For the business entrepreneur an eye catching sign, unusual cash wrap or bar, unique mosaic additions to a tile floor, dining area or restrooms are not just extraordinary ideas to invite customers, but also durable and lasting ones. The cost of a mosaic can be tailored to meet any budget. Mosaic costs depend on the choice of materials, the complexity of design and the amount of labor involved. When complete a custom mosaic is not just functional, but an exceptional and singular work of art. All mosaic projects are made to order in the Danbury, Connecticut studio.
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