Modern Medium Ceramic Candle Holders
Budget: £20 – £250 GBP
The goal is to create a set of medium-sized ceramic candle holders—each between 4 and 6 inches tall—that capture a clean, modern, and sleek aesthetic. I’m picturing crisp lines, balanced proportions, and a smooth “ceramic” surface finish that lets the natural material speak for itself rather than a heavy glaze or textured treatment.
Here’s what I need from you:
• Concept sketches or quick 3-D renders to confirm the overall silhouette and dimensions before we move to clay.
• Hand-thrown or mold-cast prototypes that stay within the 4–6-inch range and keep walls thin enough to feel refined yet sturdy enough for daily use. Can provide an actual design to replicate and make a mould cast template from. So must be competent in creating and moulding a cast and customise it.
• A final batch fired, sanded, and ready for tea-lights or taper inserts, plus high-resolution photos that show the holders from multiple angles.
Clay body, firing temperature, and any subtle pigmentation are flexible as long as the final piece remains visually minimal and feels smooth to the touch. Consistency across multiples is important, so include notes on how you’ll control shrinkage and maintain uniform height.
Please outline your workflow, estimated timeline for each stage (design, prototype, final firing), and shipping arrangements for both the test piece and the finished run. I’ll review your past work in ceramics and modern home décor to choose the right partner for this project.
Here’s what I need from you:
• Concept sketches or quick 3-D renders to confirm the overall silhouette and dimensions before we move to clay.
• Hand-thrown or mold-cast prototypes that stay within the 4–6-inch range and keep walls thin enough to feel refined yet sturdy enough for daily use. Can provide an actual design to replicate and make a mould cast template from. So must be competent in creating and moulding a cast and customise it.
• A final batch fired, sanded, and ready for tea-lights or taper inserts, plus high-resolution photos that show the holders from multiple angles.
Clay body, firing temperature, and any subtle pigmentation are flexible as long as the final piece remains visually minimal and feels smooth to the touch. Consistency across multiples is important, so include notes on how you’ll control shrinkage and maintain uniform height.
Please outline your workflow, estimated timeline for each stage (design, prototype, final firing), and shipping arrangements for both the test piece and the finished run. I’ll review your past work in ceramics and modern home décor to choose the right partner for this project.