Public Installations

Ben has worked closely with designers on many projects over the years to create special pieces that are unique to the installation and surroundings.

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Custom Bottle for Grandover Resort, Greensboro, NC Pierced Bottle with illumination 30" tall
Custom Bottle for Grandover Resort, Greensboro, NC Pierced Bottle with illumination 30" tall
Grouping of large ceramic bottles by Ben Owen III in the spa area, The Umstead Hotel and Spa, Cary, NC.

Grouping of large ceramic bottles by Ben Owen III in the spa area, The Umstead Hotel and Spa, Cary, NC.
Large ceramic vases by Ben Owen III in Herons Restaurant, The Umstead Hotel and Spa, Cary, NC.

Large ceramic vases by Ben Owen III in Herons Restaurant, The Umstead Hotel and Spa, Cary, NC.

In this video clip, Herons Restaurant executive chef Steven Greene compares art forms with Ben.
Ben Owen III with his Carved Vase at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Tokyo, Japan.

Ben Owen III with his Carved Vase at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Tokyo, Japan.
Pear vase by Ben Owen III in The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Tokyo, Japan.

Pear vase by Ben Owen III in The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Tokyo, Japan.
Large ceramic bottles by Ben Owen III in Herons Restaurant, Cary, NC.

Large ceramic bottles by Ben Owen III in Herons Restaurant, Cary, NC.
Ceramic work by Ben Owen III in the entry lobby of Smith Anderson Law Firm, Raleigh, NC.

Ceramic work by Ben Owen III in the entry lobby of Smith Anderson Law Firm, Raleigh, NC.

Private Installations

Ben has worked with private collectors to create forms and glazes that enhance a particular setting or honor a special occasion.

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Legendary singer/songwriter/musician James Taylor receives the gift of a vase by Ben Owen III.

Legendary singer/songwriter/musician James Taylor receives the gift of a vase by Ben Owen III.
Ben Owen III (far right) presents a vase to the Governor of Hunan Province.

Ben Owen III (far right) presents a vase to the Governor of Hunan Province.
Two tall Chinese Red vases by Ben Owen III grace the entryway of home.

Two tall Chinese Red vases by Ben Owen III grace the entryway of home.
A vase by Ben Owen III served as centerpiece during the US Open at Pinehurst Resort.

A vase by Ben Owen III served as centerpiece during the US Open at Pinehurst Resort.
Three works by Ben Owen III were commissioned for a residential foyer.

Three works by Ben Owen III were commissioned for a residential foyer.
A large Cobalt Blue vase is the perfect centerpiece in this entryway.

A large Cobalt Blue vase is the perfect centerpiece in this entryway.
A large Patina Green vase compliments the dramatic stairwell in the home of these collectors.

A large Patina Green vase compliments the dramatic stairwell in the home of these collectors.
Four commissioned salt-glazed bowls with painted slips.

Four commissioned salt-glazed bowls with painted slips.
A sculpture of birds in flight is anchored by a large Cobalt Blue and Ash glazed pot in this home in Pinehurst, NC.

A sculpture of birds in flight is anchored by a large Cobalt Blue and Ash glazed pot in this home in Pinehurst, NC.
Two large Chinese Blue pots were made to accent a stone fireplace for this home in North Carolina.

Two large Chinese Blue pots were made to accent a stone fireplace for this home in North Carolina.

Outdoor Installations

Ben has worked on some installations that are particularly suited to the outdoor environment. The installations include a built-in heater for year-round use except in the most severe cold weather. Please call or email for more information.

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