Alchemy Tiles - Octopus Bay - Bathroom Splash Back

Octopus Bay Inspired by the mystery and elegance of ocean life, Octopus Bay is a bespoke hand-carved encaustic tile installation designed to transform a bathroom into an architectural focal point. Flowing effortlessly across the splashback, the octopus becomes an integral part of the space, creating a striking feature that balances sculptural artistry with everyday function. Every tile has been individually carved by hand before being inlaid with coloured clays using a rare 13th-century encaustic technique. The design flows seamlessly across multiple tiles, 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 celebrates a love of the sea while demonstrating how bespoke ceramic surfaces can elevate even the most intimate spaces. Rather than simply decorating the bathroom, the artwork becomes part of the architecture 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 Water-resistant and suitable for bathrooms and wet rooms Fully bespoke in scale, imagery and colour palette Every commission is entirely unique