Having moved to Suffolk in may this year I had to abandon my old studio in France. I was able to bring my Kiln, wheel and tools to the UK but I had no where to setup a studio as we are in rented accommodation.
It was then my younger brother, who lives locally, came up with the idea to base my workshop in his house in his carport.
This proved to be an excellent, two sides of the space and the roof are solid construction, all that was required was to seal each end with wooden walls with doors to allow the movement of lawnmowers etc.
The blank canvas in the carport
The fitted doors and work surface with sink
There is a work surface on one side with a double sink to which I will be adding a custom clay trap. On the other side the kiln is having a fireproofed shell built around it. The wheel will sit in the front of the studio to make best use of the daylight. In due course I will have shelves all round to dry and store ceramics.
All the work should be completed by the end of November and I hope to have some pots made before Christmas.
November 8th Update
All Electrics have been completed, dedicated fuse box and meter, kiln wired up, lighting installed.
Kiln Electrics, fuse box and lighting all installed
Latest update from mid-November, Matt and the builders have finished. I now have a fire resistant surround with a vent for the kiln. Also a cleverly engineered clay trap designed by me and built by Mitch the plumber and some shelves.
Bench and Shelves and Kiln fireproof surround completed.
Clay trap all plumbed in. Kiln enclosure completed with shelf and ventilation, Just need to test it. Wheel workstation almost ready but needs some ergonomic touches.
I hope to be throwing pots by the 1st of December !!