Grounded By Designs
Highlights
- Experience the joy of handmade ceramics in a welcoming studio nestled within the beautifully restored MOA & co.
- Join guided workshops like Coffee & Claytime to create your own vessel while enjoying a morning coffee.
- Explore your creativity with self-directed sessions, perfect for all skill levels and interests, in a relaxed atmosphere.
- Connect with community and celebrate sustainability through intentional craftsmanship at Grounded By Designs in Carrington.
Grounded By Designs is an eco-conscious ceramic studio based in Carrington, Newcastle, offering a welcoming space to slow down, get creative and connect through clay. Nestled inside MOA & co, a beautifully restored warehouse marketplace, the studio invites visitors to experience the joy of handmade ceramics through guided workshops and relaxed, self-directed sessions.
Founded by local artist Myf Garven, Grounded By Designs celebrates sustainability, intentional craftsmanship and the everyday ritual of making. Whether you’re visiting for a structured workshop like Coffee & Claytime, where you’ll hand-build your own vessel over a morning coffee, or popping in for a casual Play with Clay session, there’s an experience to suit all skill levels and interests.
You can also explore Paint Your Piece, where you choose a handmade bisqued piece and decorate it with your own design. No two pieces are the same, and each visit offers something new. All offerings focus on creativity without the pressure of perfection, making it perfect for locals, visitors, and small group gatherings alike.
Drop in during MOA & co’s open hours or book online. Whether you’re after a mindful solo session or planning a special celebration, Grounded By Designs offers something beautifully hands-on, grounded in community and made to be enjoyed.
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Features
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
- Grab rails in the bathroom
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
- A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
- An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
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