The Thorshavn Ceramic Light Houses are a warm and characterful piece of Nordic design, inspired by the wooden, turf-roofed houses of Thorshavn on the Faroe Islands. Designed in Denmark by Ib Laursen, these ceramic houses reflects the traditional Faroese way of building, where wooden homes with grass-covered roofs blend naturally into the landscape and create a feeling of shelter and calm.
The soft glaze give the houses a gentle, welcoming presence, while the colourful door adds a fresh Scandinavian contrast. The horizontal lines across the façade are inspired by wooden planks, giving the house its distinctive chalet-style look and a subtle reference to handcrafted timber architecture. The design feels simple, honest and full of quiet character.
These ceramic houses are made from natural clay and shaped by hand. Ceramic is a durable and long-lasting material, fired at high temperatures to ensure strength and quality. Because each house is handmade, small variations in colour and texture naturally occur. These details give every piece its own personality and make it feel truly unique.
Place a tealight or a small light string inside and enjoy how the warm glow softly shines through the windows. The light creates a cosy, comforting atmosphere, perfect for slow evenings, darker seasons or moments when you want to add a gentle warmth to your interior. Styled on a windowsill, shelf or sideboard, this house feels calm and grounding.
The Thorshavn house is beautiful on its own, but it also comes alive when combined with other ceramic houses. Together they form a small village inspired by Nordic and Faroese neighbourhoods, where craftsmanship and storytelling come together.
A timeless decorative piece that celebrates Nordic houses, natural materials and thoughtful Danish design, exactly the kind of home accessory that belongs at Mayala Home.
