Survey: Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh’s architecture contains a number of not-so-hidden secrets that speak to pittsburgh’s central role in the development of America’s great skyscraper cities.
Cut stone, cast concrete, and ceramic tile of incredible detail and complexity reveal the deep craft traditions that migrated to Pittsburgh in the minds and hands of those who over a century ago built the modern city we know today.
It was in this environment that the designers of Three Rivers Clay Works honed and developed their skills. As new construction and mass renovation sweep in changing the face of the city, we conceived this project to call attention to the craft and detail that make our urban landscape so very special. As craftspeople we intimately understand the importance these small details have on the culture and feel of a place. Our work stands as a testament to the inspiration we have received over the years by living in the shadows of such incredible work.
As the first in a series of projects on this theme, Three Rivers Clay Works introduces a line of functional porcelain vessels based on textures impressed from important, but often unnoticed, elements of the urban built landscape.
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Sam went to a Chinese restaurant for brunch before meeting us Garick and Charlie to take textures off of various places in Pittsburgh.
Brick Textures From the Mexican War Streets
There is so much texture surrounding us that we are unaware of, after the start of this project, the three of us have agreed that we look at the world in a very differnt way.
