Factory. Tile Development for Interior Design

The project is fundamentally rooted in the image of the pioneer-trumpeter, which relates to the history of the Pioneer Palace in Tver and its original creative and educational function. This recognizable historical symbol is reinterpreted through bas-relief: the figure is simplified, takes on a more geometric character, and becomes a standalone decorative element. This approach allows a connection to the building’s past to be maintained without literally reproducing its architecture, thereby transferring the historical image into a contemporary interior. The final piece is envisioned as accent ceramic tile, measuring 10×10 cm, which blends the historical image with a modern formal language.

What has been completed:
[01]. Master model creation
A bas-relief prototype of a tile, featuring a piper pioneer, was created using sculptural plasticine. The composition and the main relief levels were determined during this process.
[02]. Casting mold assembly
A foam board mold was built around the finished master model to define the boundaries of the future plaster mold.
[03]. Obtaining the plaster mold
The prepared master model was cast in plaster. After it cured, the formwork was disassembled, and the plasticine was removed, yielding a negative relief mold.

Next Steps
[04]. Shaping Ceramic Tiles
Fill the cast plaster mold with ceramic material. After forming the relief, remove the piece and allow it to dry completely.
[05]. Bisque Firing
Subject the dried piece to the first firing to give the material strength and prepare the surface for further processing.
[06]. Glazing
Apply a glaze coating to the fired tile, which will accentuate the varying height and plasticity of the relief.
[07]. Final Firing
Perform a second firing to set the glaze and achieve the finished ceramic piece.