Alchemy Tiles - The Great Wave - Kitchen Splash Back

The Great Wave Inspired by the movement and energy of the ocean, The Great Wave is a bespoke hand-carved encaustic tile installation designed to transform a kitchen into an architectural focal point. Flowing seamlessly around the Aga, the composition embraces the architecture of the space, creating a dramatic centrepiece that is both sculptural and functional. Every tile has been individually carved by hand before being inlaid with coloured clays using a rare 13th-century encaustic technique. The flowing wave forms continue across each tile, creating one continuous artwork where colour and pattern are permanently embedded within the clay rather than applied to the surface. Designed in close collaboration with the client, the installation reflects a shared love of the sea while demonstrating how bespoke ceramic surfaces can become an integral part of an interior's architecture. Rather than simply decorating a room, the artwork becomes part of the building itself, bringing together craftsmanship, storytelling and enduring design. Key Features Bespoke hand-carved encaustic tile installation Designed as an architectural focal point Individually carved and inlaid by hand in Cornwall One continuous artwork spanning multiple tiles Colour permanently embedded within the clay Designed to complement the architecture of the space Heat-resistant and suitable for kitchen installations Fully bespoke in scale, imagery and colour palette Every commission is entirely unique