About
Hello, I’m Vajeeta Sangwan, a ceramic artist and founder of The Nookshelf Studio. I spent over a decade working in the design industry before transitioning from digital product design into ceramics.
My journey from being a quiet, reserved kid to a more expressive adult has shaped the way I approach my work today. Moving to clay wasn’t a planned decision, it was a gradual, intuitive shift that allowed me to explore a more honest form of expression. Over time, this evolved into building a slow and intentional brand.
I see Nookshelf as a way to recreate those small, intimate corners we naturally gravitate towards, spaces that feel lived-in and personal. The kind of place where you’re surrounded by books, art and objects that hold meaning. Through my work, I try to express something of myself in these pieces hoping they find a quiet connection in someone’s nook.
Inside Our Creative Space
Nookshelf Studio is a ceramic design studio that creates conceptual, handcrafted products for home and living spaces with a quiet, intimate aesthetic. Each collection begins with an idea and evolves into functional pieces through sketching, testing, and working directly with the material.
Our work explores forms inspired by natural elements like mushrooms, poppy seeds, and lotus forms. These references lend a subtle character to the work, making each piece feel personal.
We work in small batches, allowing for attention to detail and individuality in each piece. No two objects are the same and that variation becomes part of their charm, something that makes them feel more human and connected to the spaces they inhabit.
We are a small, close-knit team of artists working collaboratively to bring each collection to life. The studio also opens its doors for pottery sessions, inviting people to slow down, engage with the material, and experience making firsthand.