Handcraft Glazed Brick
There is a moment in every well-designed room when the material stops you. With Handcraft Glazed Brick, that moment happens in the kitchen, the bathroom, the fireplace surround, the outdoor kitchen wall — anywhere a designer reaches for something that reads as both ancient and alive.
Each piece is formed from thin brick clay and individually glazed, which means no two tiles are identical. The glaze pools and shifts across the surface, catching light differently at 8am than it does at dusk. In Cocoa Bean, it reads like darkened chocolate in the morning and shifts toward espresso by evening. In Ibiza Blue, it holds the depth of Mediterranean water without ever tipping into predictable. In Rice Paper, it offers the warmth of aged linen — a neutral that earns its place rather than disappearing into it.
This is not a commodity product. Handcraft Glazed Brick is made to order — allow 4 to 6 weeks for production — which means every project receives tile produced specifically for it.
Custom sizes are available. Glazed edges can be specified for clean terminations at countertops, niches, and transitions. Samples ship within 3 to 5 business days so your client can hold the glaze in their actual light before committing.
Interior designers reach for this collection for feature walls, shower surrounds, kitchen backsplashes, fireplace surrounds, and accent moments in mudrooms and laundry rooms. The 2.5" x 8" format lends itself to running bond, stacked, herringbone, and basketweave patterns — each transforming the same tile into a different visual statement.
As seen in Ms. Vicious Design's moody Cocoa Bean bathroom renovation — where a 50-year-old bathroom became an editorial space worth photographing — this tile rewards designers who commit to a point of view. Available in 16 colorways across gloss and matte finishes. Contact us at sales@alexanderjames.shop for trade pricing, project support, and custom specifications.
Designer Spotlight: Ms. Vicious Design's A Moody Bathroom in Cocoa Bean Glazed Brick
Watch the installation on Instagram — @msviciousdesign ↗
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Handcraft Glazed Brick different from standard brick tile? +
Each piece is formed and individually glazed, producing natural tonal variation and surface movement that machine-made tile cannot replicate. The glaze shifts in different lighting conditions, giving walls a depth that reads differently throughout the day.
Is Handcraft Glazed Brick suitable for shower walls and wet areas? +
Yes — Handcraft Glazed Brick is rated for wet areas and suitable for shower surrounds, bathroom walls, and kitchen backsplashes. It is floor-rated for residential use and commercially rated for wall applications. Proper waterproofing and grout joint sealing is recommended in all wet installations.
Can I get custom sizes or glazed edges? +
Yes. Custom sizes and glazed edges are both available — email sales@alexanderjames.shop with your project specifications. Glazed edges allow for clean terminations at countertops, niches, and tile-to-surface transitions without exposing raw clay.
How long does production take and how do samples work? +
Handcraft Glazed Brick is made to order — allow 4 to 6 weeks for production. Samples ship within 3 to 5 business days so you can evaluate the glaze in your project's actual lighting before placing a full order. We strongly recommend sampling before specifying.
What patterns work best with the 2.5" x 8" brick format? +
The 2.5" x 8" format works beautifully in running bond, stacked vertical, herringbone, and basketweave. Running bond reads traditional, stacked vertical reads modern, herringbone adds movement. As seen in the Ms. Vicious Design project, a standard running bond in a single bold colorway can deliver a dramatic, editorial result.
