Randall Pattern Play

The work features two large glazed brick sculptural benches, clusters of modular seating cubes, and a series of decorative brick paviours that run through the site like a woven carpet. These elements incorporate embedded game boards - chess, backgammon, and noughts and crosses - encouraging social interaction across generations.

Inspired by the 19th-century Jesse and Henry Rust Mosaic Tile Company, formerly based nearby, the project references local Arts and Crafts heritage through its colour palette and abstract motifs. The artwork design was developed through engagement with local residents and students from St John Bosco College, who also contributed to earlier hoarding designs with artists Maria and Augusta Akerman. This ensures the final installation reflects the voices of the community it serves as well as local heritage. 

Crafted from bespoke glazed bricks, the benches combine a variety of brick bonds and feature chamfered edges for safety. Contrasting glazed and unglazed finishes add visual and tactile interest while ensuring durability and slip resistance.

The decorative paviours were made using a hybrid process of digital fabrication, hand-inlaying, and industrial production—merging traditional craft with contemporary technology. Clay brick was chosen for its longevity, minimal maintenance, and architectural relevance.

Through colour, pattern, and form, Randall Pattern Play contributes a joyful, meaningful presence to the public realm, enriching the urban fabric and fostering a strong sense of place. 

Maria Gasparian is an award-winning ceramic artist based in London - Find out more. 

The public art strategy and production was led by Susie Gray on behalf of Wandsworth Council.

The project was shortlisted for UK Brick Awards 2025.