Beit Hayotzer: Israeli Design in Five Languages

“Beit Hayotzer: Israeli Design in Five Languages,” delves into the rise and fall of the Israeli ceramics industry. Focused on the story of “Beit Hayotzer” (1963-1984), this book weaves together the factory’s development with a vast gallery of ceramic works. Through these tangible artifacts—pots, sculptures, and tiles—a window opens onto the soul of Israeli design, revealing the era’s socio-political currents and economic policies. As the granddaughter of Uri Rovner, one of the factory’s founders, Dr. Rovner brings a personal connection to this rich narrative.