Helen Miles Mosaics holding up a mosaic bird

Transform your space into a lasting work of art with a bespoke mosaic crafted by hand.

We design and create wall and floor mosaics that blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary vision. Each commission is individually designed and meticulously assembled, resulting in a one-of-a-kind piece that brings interest and beauty to your environment.

Every mosaic is created over many hours with exceptional care and precision. Mosaics are suitable for indoor or outdoor spaces and can vary in size according to your space. For larger commissions, the artwork is fabricated in sections for safe transport. It is then assembled and grouted on site, delivering a seamless finish.

Commissioning a mosaic: The six steps

Step 1. Contact. The process of commissioning a mosaic starts with a free consultation by email or phone to discuss possible designs. At this stage we also discuss the size, materials, the method of making, as well as transporting and installing the mosaic. At this point, I give you a costing and an estimated time of completion.

Step 2. Draft. If you decide to proceed, I charge a design fee for up to three draft designs based on your requirements. Following on, we will also discuss materials, and I am happy to send you tile samples. If required, I can also create a mosaic ‘maquette’ to give you an idea of how the finished mosaic will look and feel. This would incur an extra cost.

Step 3. Design. Once you have selected the design, I work up it up in detail so that we have a full scale, coloured cartoon for your approval before I begin fabrication.

Step 4. Fabrication. I then start work on the mosaic, sending you updates and photographs as I go. If I am using the paper backed method, minor adjustments are possible during the fabrication process, but I recommend that this is kept to a minimum. Significant changes are at an extra cost.

When the mosaic is ready

 Step 5. Shipping. I will notify you once the mosaic is ready for shipping. Depending on the size, I will personally package and ship the mosaic by registered mail. For larger mosaics or mosaics which are going overseas I use a specialised art shipping company. I provide you with a quote before shipping the mosaic.

Step 6. Installation. I do not carry out installation myself. However, I am happy to provide you with details of how to install and care for your mosaic. For floors, this might mean liaising with your building contractor and giving details of a suitable base for the mosaic.

Prices available on request. Charged for the work vary depending on the intricacy of the design etc. However, the prices start at £1900 per square metre.