About Haand
We built Haand around the goal of designing and producing high quality modern ceramics with traditional craft methods. Since 2012, our designs have found their way into homes, restaurants, and galleries across the country. We do everything in-house. From prototyping to glaze formulation, we believe that to do something right, we must be involved in the entire process.
Chef Tested — Working with Hospitality since 2014 — Used daily in over 175 kitchens
Haand’s products and manufacturing are influenced in equal parts by craftspeople and industry. Haand produces objects at a volume, yet each piece is touched by our makers’ hands as it moves from concept to table, from minerals and water to durable and high performance ceramics. Our workshop is located in Burlington, NC. Haand is a diverse and inclusive workforce. We know that an object made with care, intention, and love will shine when placed next to a similar mass produced object.
Quality
Our work is used daily in fine dining restaurants, traveling from the kitchen to the table and back — becoming an essential part of the diner’s experience and the chef’s expression. We intentionally fire our porcelain to the same temperatures of fine industrial porcelain, and follow strict guidelines for selecting colorants and glazes with the intention of creating a safe, ethically sourced product that you, the end user, can proudly and joyfully use.
Service
Our mission is to be the complete handmade tableware solution for the hospitality industry. The hospitality industry is built upon high quality service and exceeding the needs of customers- we take this lesson to heart and strive to hold ourselves to the same standards. We realize the importance of listening to our customers and understanding their needs and expectations and our staff is focused on delivering products that meet and exceed the needs of our customers. Our focus on design and quality are targeted at achieving customer satisfaction- our goal is to form lifelong relationships with our customers.
Design
Ultimately, we think of our ceramic work as canvasses for the food that will be presented on it. Our aim is to enhance the experience, to execute a considered and perfectly imperfect touch. In our opinion, “good design” does not shout at you about how good it is; it is a quiet part of the conversation that is integral to elevating the entire experience.
Testimonials
"I am tremendously proud of our collaborative project with Haand. Their work in pottery achieves one of my greatest goals in cooking… it tells the story of the place we live, but in a format that translates to tabletops in any community. The products that Mark and Chris create are spirited and unique, yet durable and utilitarian. I look forward to continued collaboration and creative discovery with Haand."
Ashley Christenson, 2019 James Beard Award Winner, "Outstanding Chef"
"Before our food even hits the table, guests are completely engaged by the artistry of our side plates and votives. Ultimately, our food is served on an incredibly beautiful canvas, of which every guest takes notice. Working with the very talented individuals at Haand was a complete pleasure. We worked together to compose a comprehensive custom portfolio entirely perfect for our space and aesthetic as a whole. Not only are these plates simply stunning; they are remarkably durable and completely suited to the rigors of a demanding kitchen. I have not found plates this elegant yet this resilient anywhere else; and I am proud to have such amazingly talented craftspeople as part of my community."
Teddy Klopf, Chef
Our Catalog
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Not seeing what you are looking for?
We make over 200 SKUs for the hospitality industry. We chose these products because they are our best sellers in the hospitality industry, and we can ship them ASAP. To talk about different colors, large quantities, or different shapes, reach out any time to info@haand.us to let us know how we can help you.
