Cloud Terre is an architectural-based design company creating thoughtful solutions throughout the hospitality industry. We connect craftsmanship and production to create space for authentic experiences in the modern world.
We approach each project with an architectural framework where usability and adaptability guide prototyping. Our focus on craftsmanship guides production of each handmade design. We create opportunities for creative complimentary products with endless sketching, constant prototyping, and material testing.
Focused on creating experiences that enhance our lives, Cloud Terre is motivated by the search for traditional craft with the beauty of a contemporary conceptual design approach to products and environments.
THE TEAM
Amber Kendrick, owner
Amber Kendrick founded Cloud Terre in 2009 to blend her passion for the designed object, architecture and traditional craft. Exploring surface, form, time and space, Amber continues to evolve her ideas of functional design. She began her professional life as an architect and structural engineer in San Francisco after earning her Master in Architecture from The Catholic University in Washington DC.
Ernie Niblack, partner
Ernie Niblack joined Cloud Terre melding his background in business development with design and craftsmanship. Contributing to many facets of Cloud Terre including assisting with the design and production process within mixed media notably ceramic and wood forms. Ernie comes from a life sciences background studying biophysics at University of California, Irvine.
Twila Johnson, production & consultant
Twila Johnson is our resident ceramics magician. She oscillates between mentor, production artist, glaze developer and research assistant. Twila has participated with Cloud Terre since its beginnings in 2009 and continues to contribute her vast knowledge and talent with each project.
Bill Schran, production & consultant
Bill Schran has been working with clay for over 30 years. Both a teacher of ceramics and a studio potter, he has researched, taught, published and shared his knowledge and experience extensively and generously. Bill is the founder of Creative Creek Artisans, his comprehensive bio can be found at http://www.creativecreekartisans.com/creativecreek_bio.htm.