Maxwell & Williams

Maxwell & Williams

Established in Australia in 1995 Maxwell & Williams set out to produce cutting edge design at affordable prices. The origins of the company stretch back to 1963 when it was an import business called HAG owned by Harry and Anna Grundman. In 1978 the company was taken over by their son Maxwell and his friend and mentor William Ryan and Maxwell & Williams was born. Renowned for its teaware Maxwell & Williams produces a diverse selection of cups and mugs to enjoy everything from an early morning cuppa to afternoon coffee and bedtime chocolate. Working in multi materials, Maxwell and Williams produce the Blend Range in European machine made soda glass which are highly durable, perfect for everyday use. Slightly retro in concept, these glass cups and mugs are ideal for modern loft style living. For a splash of colour Café Culture offers teaware in an assortment of 12 different colours. Mix and match teapots, jugs, two sizes of cups & saucers and mugs to create your tea set which reflects your taste. For those who prefer the ultra-modern, Graphique draws inspiration from simple graphic shapes and combines them with either vibrant colours or subtle monotones. Available as sets of four, Graphique offers some great gift ideas. For a more traditional look the William Morris and William Kilburn ranges are both inspired by textile designs by each of the designers. Maxwell & Williams started by first producing a plain white dinner service. The idea was to produce quality housewares while not compromising on quality or style. Based on the original design, White Basics is Maxwell & Williams most popular range sold in over 50 counties worldwide. Each piece is kept simple with attention paid to function as well as form and currently numbers over 170 individual items ranging from Tableware to Teaware, Serving Pieces to Cookware. Other plain white dinner sets include Cique. Made from white porcelain Cirque offers a large range of pieces from a dinner plates to a gravy boats. Textured, tactile Cirque makes an excellent choice for an alfresco lunch, or a formal dinner. Maxwell & Williams continue to reflect modern taste and East meets West has been designed for urban living. With square plates and bowls, this is the choice for those wishing to impress your guests at the dinner table. Taking this concept further Maxwell and Williams have introduced the fluid and organically shaped Motion Collection. The soft lines and interesting shapes create an elegant and stylish service, ideal for entertaining. One of the most recognised patterns produced by Maxwell & Williams is Cashmere. This fine bone china is recognised by its translucent quality and the brilliant sheen achieved through the high quality glazing. In recent years Cashmere Charming, a soft and feminine collection featuring fluted edges and gentle scalloping, has also been introduced. The newest Cashmere Collection is Cashmere Charming Bluebells, based on the Cashmere Charming shape, each piece is delicately decorated with a plethora of bluebells creating an exceptional blue and white china collection. For a splash of colour and a taste of the exotic, the Persia range introduced in 2016 offers a fusion of symmetrical designs in soft greens, blues & yellows and is based on intricate patterns found in decorative mosaics associated with the region. For something closer to home, D’Oliva captures the sunshine and relaxed mood of the Italian olive groves. Each pattern offers a large variety of platters, bowls and jugs, ideal for alfresco dining. Also introduced in 2016 is Maxwell & Williams Print Indigo. This elective mix of designs allows the collector to create a dinner service which reflects their own taste. Taking inspiration from primitive textiles, the contrast of the deep indigo colour against a clean white ceramic background lends the collection depth and interest. True to the company’s original philosophy of great design at affordable prices, Print Indigo is one of the patterns which ensures that Maxwell and Williams continue to be a leading force in the market in the 21st century. Maxwell and Williams have also diversified into 18:10 Stainless steel cutlery. With three ranges currently available: Cosmopolitan, Madison and Motion, each set has been created to compliment the tableware ranges. Simple and elegant are the watchwords and stylish and chic cutlery is the result.

Maxwell and Williams continue to add new and contemporary ranges to their collections in 2017 making the everyday a little more special. Maxwell & Williams Tint is a new way to add a splash of colour to your morning tea break. Tint offers a selection of mugs and teapots in soft pastel hues combining both matte and gloss glazes to create a range which is not only beautiful to look at but tactile and comforting to hold. Each teapot comes with a brushed stainless steel infuser and lid. For those who like to set a striking table then Maxwell & Williams Caviar could be the perfect choice. Made with an unique textured glaze, Caviar is wonderfully tactile. In deep black, Caviar also makes an impressive accent range when mixed with Maxwell and Williams white tableware. Maxwell and Williams White Basics is one of the worlds best selling white tableware and for 2017 there is a new little twist. Maxwell & Williams White Basics Diamonds is embossed with a rippling faceted pattern. Diamonds can be collected as complete stand alone set or can be combined with White Basics to add a textured accent range making it an ideal addition for formal dining occasions. Ever thought that you could create your own dinner service? In support of the budding artists out there Maxwell & Williams have introduced Mindfulness for 2017. Capitalising on the popularity of adult colouring books, Mindfulness is a range of four mugs and plates ready for you to colour as you wish. Each piece is supplied with a set of paints and brush in an attractive gift box. They make a fantastic present for young and old alike and allows you to really be able to say "That's My Mug!". Colours are secured by baking in a conventional oven.