Cor Unum

The Cor Unum ceramics production house in ’s-Hertogenbosch is an unusual collective in which people who are distanced from the labour market, talented students, professional designers and many volunteers work together in close cooperation to bring the story of the craft of ceramics to the attention of the world. Given the response of a previous visitor, that works really well: “What a surprise, I had heard a lot about Cor Unum but I didn’t realise how unusual it was.” Come and discover the openness of this recognised learning institution (an official learning workplace for reintegration) and take a peek behind the scenes of the ceramics industry.

Innovative, sustainable and socially involved
Listen to the Cor Unum story: it will make anyone who loves design curious. “It’s only now that I understand how the ceramic process works and how designs are created,” commented an enthusiastic guest. Young and old alike will be catered for by the open days with workshops for children and adults, guided tours, exhibitions, design competitions and students’ presentations.

Passionately international
As Cor Unum is active internationally - not just within Europe, contacts and exchanges with Japan are well-established – a large part of the communication takes place in English. By collaborating with international designers such as Alessandro Mendini and Michele de Lucci, Cor Unum’s reputation reaches far beyond national borders.

Accessibility
Open from Monday to Friday (call ahead on Friday just to be sure), and located in a creative hotspot in the city center at Pompen & Verlouw, Cor Unum can easily be reached by public transport, by car or by bike. Experience how the people at Cor Unum share one common ideal: everyone deserves a place, everyone has talent and everyone can contribute to making the world a better place.