Searching for Guastavino

The immigrant who changed the fabric of American cities

A fictional story about the search for a real man and his real tile masterpieces.

Who is Guastavino?

Guastavino's most iconic public spaces

Rafael Guastavino and his son built over 1000 projects in their time. It is likely that you have seen his work and didn't know it.

Grand Central Oyster Bar

New York, NY

Boston Public Library

Boston, MA

Smithsonian Natural History Museum

Washington, DC

Basilica of Saint Lawrence

Asheville, NC

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