MEET THE TADELAKT POTTERS

Marrakech, Morocco

MEET THE TADELAKT POTTERS

Sustainable Partnerships
Sustainable Partnerships

By personally traveling to each region and working directly with makers, we build long-term relationships rooted in trust and collaboration.

Responsible Sourcing
Responsible Sourcing

We follow every product from concept to completion, ensuring responsible sourcing, ethical production, and environmental stewardship.

Artisan Craft
Artisan Craft

Handcrafted in partnership with world-class artisans—real people making products that bring meaning and connection to your space.

Meaningful Impact
Meaningful Impact

Through our artisan partnerships and the Obakki Foundation, we reinvest in the communities behind the craft—supporting clean water access, education, and sustainable livelihoods.

Man in a red hoodie working with clay pots in a traditional setting

A TRIO OF MASTERS

The rhythm of collaboration lives in every vessel.

Man in a red hoodie working with clay pots in a traditional setting

In the heart of Marrakesh, a trio of artisans—Zakaria, Abdel, and Mohammed—carries forward the legacy of Tadelakt. Each artisan plays a vital role and their process is entirely manual—layered with intention, repetition, and care. This is not assembly-line pottery. It’s a conversation between material and maker, where every bowl or vase is a reflection of shared skill and deep respect for the craft.

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ONCE USED IN THE WALLS OF PALACES

An ancient technique reborn for modern life.

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This ancient Moroccan plaster technique, once used in the walls of palaces and hammams, now coats modern vessels in velvety, polished finishes. The soft sheen and subtle texture of Tadelakt carry the atmosphere of Marrakesh itself—earthy, elegant, and enduring. These pieces are more than decorative objects; they are tactile memories of Morocco’s architectural heritage. 

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THE FINGERPRINT OF THE ARTISAN

Perfection lies in the touch, not the symmetry.

Every Tadelakt piece begins with raw, red terracotta—shaped slowly by hand, layer by layer. Once formed, it’s coated in a lime-based plaster, tinted with natural pigments, and polished smooth with river stone in a repetitive, meditative motion. Subtle variations, soft edges, and tonal shifts are not flaws—they’re the fingerprint of the artisan, a quiet reminder of the time, pressure, and patience behind every piece.

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We celebrate slow design and artisan craft from thousands of artisans around the world. From Mexico to Uganda to Japan, we are excited to introduce you to our artisan partners.

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