Indonesia, Bali, Shop, Gaya Ceramics
Indonesia, Bali, Shop, Gaya Ceramics

Gaya Ceramic

This innovative art space and ceramics studio sells dishware that's similar to the collections it produces for top Bali resorts.
Artisanal high point of Bali's cultural heartland
    Famous for

    Stunning ceramic works

    Come for

    The artwork—and the gelato

    Who should go

    Anyone unafraid to lug home souvenirs

    Don’t leave without

    A vase that references bamboo

Our Review

Cynthia RosenfeldContributing Writer

Let’s start from the top. What's this place all about?
This innovative art space and ceramics studio on Ubud’s western perimeter hosts exhibits by international artists-in-residence; it also sells dishware that's similar to the collections Gaya’s three-dozen craftspeople produce for Bali’s Amandari and Bulgari resorts. The vibe here feels more like an artistic kibbutz then a traditional shop—you even can sign up for two-day classes or two-week workshops in throwing, trimming, and sculpting clay.

Excellent! What sorts of pieces do they specialize in?
Pots, bowls, cups, and plates; basically, anything that can be make of clay. There's also an onsite gelateria that turns out delightfully creamy homemade flavors like Balinese coffee and chocolate ginger.

If money’s no object, what goes in the cart?
Interior-design collaborations with Ubud's high-end hotels, as well as lighting and sculptural chandeliers.

How about something on a slightly smaller scale?
A Wildflower cup in shiny-ash celadon with black-flower details; a Raku vase that references Balinese bamboo; or a lemon squeezer that doubles as a minimalist porcelain sculpture.

Who are the regulars at this shop?
Ubud's hippie-chic expatriates make regular pilgrimages here for the homemade gelato—you'll see them roaming the cavernous gallery, licking away. Aspiring artisans can be seen covered in evidence of their efforts on the potter's wheel. Guests at the area's top resorts also love this place.

Anything else we should know about this shop?
Gaya produces its own line of decorative objects, bathroom amenities, tableware, lighting, and original art works, but it's also worth peeking into the Art Center to see resident artisans (like founder Hillary Kane) at work. The space also hosts visiting artists.

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