Wow wow wow - what an experience. We took our friend Keats for a birthday surprise - and had such an amazing time. No matter if you are local or visiting, this is a one-of-a-kind-gem and a must-see. Host/ investor & Artist extraordinaire Gonzalo was the kindest host! Would I do a 30+ min detour just to go (mandatory to achieve 5 stars in my rating scheme). I just did - and can't wait to go again with other friends. read more

Opened Saturdays only 12p-3p. This is such a cool spot to visit while in Venice. Allow yourself at least 30 mins to an hour. There are areas where you can sit and just enjoy the breeze and the art so spending more time wouldn't be an issue. It's very well-maintained. Reservations are required online, but I don't think it would be a huge issue if you just showed up and paid up the door. I guess that would depend on how busy it is that particular day. But definitely make reservations in advance if you can, but if you just happen to be in the area and want to stop by, it wouldn't hurt to just pull up. $20 adults, $15 seniors, free ages 12 under 90+ Read and learn about the artists behind the work, they have quite an interesting story. This is their home, they live and create here. Respect the art and the neighborhood. read more

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A friend saw this, probably on Tik Tok, and immediately knew that this is what she wanted to do for her birthday. So she emailed and made a reservation for us. Parking is in a residential neighborhood so be mindful of that. Entry fee is $20. Cash preferred but they do accept Venmo. I can understand how the price can seem steep for people needing to pay for a family. There ended up being a group of 8 of us and we ended up spending at least an hour and a half there. Possibly even more time. So many different picture opportunities and we were blessed with a beautiful sunny southern California day while we were there. The artist was on site while we were there and I made sure to thank him for sharing his beautiful works of art with us. The girl at the front gate was very friendly and happy to share the different payment options. There was artwork around every corner and even in the bathroom. There was even a gift shop that offered a variety of souvenirs and pieces to take home. read more

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March 22, 2025 I emailed the owners and they quickly replied. I immediately booked the first available showing, for Saturday 22, 2025 at 12:15 pm We arrived at the mosaic tile house an ugly house turned into art per Cheri Pann & Gonzalo Duran. Upon entering the gate Cheri greeted us, we exchanged payment cash is always better. $20.00 for adults $15.00 seniors 12 and under and over 90 your free. There were many photo opps. Along with many honey do lists for Gonzalo from Cheri you will find throughout the entire house on tiles here and there. Make sure to look for the love tub, say hi to the panda, take a ride on Gonzalo's bike. Cheri & Gonzalo turned thier home into a piece of art both have studios on site. read more

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We were lucky enough to visit in February of 2025. 4 of us sat on the iconic bench inspired by the original in Barcelona Spain. We were able to stay at the Gaudi Hotel in Barcelona and recreate the original bench picture minus one. We all felt her presence in Barcelona. So I'd like to share the inspiration for our trip last week. The Venice Mosaic house had way more artwork than we experienced in Spain. So I suggest you save yourself some time & money and visit Mosaic Tile House in Venice CA for the true art exhibition experience. read more

Mosaic Tile House - Bench in Spain - Art Galleries Near Me - Venice, California

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Great way to spend a day immersed in art with living artists in residence! It took over 35 years to create this ever changing intricate, funny, profound, and life affirming house. From the charming owners to their lively young volunteers and assistants, it is a pleasure to discover all the details all over the house. Artists will appreciate access to the studios and seeing process unfold. I bought a piece to take home as a reminder to live with art everyday! read more

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Don't sleep on this place! You can feel the love when you step into the front yard. It has a similar vibe to Watts Towers, but I prefer this place. read more

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What a very special, beautiful place. The girl checking in at the gate was very sweet and kind. There was a woman doing the intro who provides a paper explaining the themes of the areas. Gonzalo was very quick to respond with emails and we had the pleasure of meeting him at his home. He showed us some of his moving pieces and chatted with us which was very sweet. Definitely a one of a kind experience! read more

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We loved the mosaic tile house!! I have been twice and find new things to admire each time I've been. It is a home built with so much love, happiness, creativity and wonder. My parents and in laws loved it as well. My toddler was having the best day ever. We recommend it 100%. read more

Mosaic Tile House - Art Galleries Near Me - Venice, California

Amazing gem of a place! The website tells you all you need to know about the artists, their vision, the history, etc, so this review is less about what you can find on the website and more about our very personal experience. We found this place on a blog while searching for 'off the beaten track' spots to visit in LA. Seeing that opportunities to visit were limited to a few slots on Saturdays only, and that reservations were required, I immediately sent an email to Cheri and Gonzalo, the artists/home owners, and expressed our great desire to see their Mosaic Tile House. Cheri immediately emailed me back and over the course of a week we exchanged more emails, Gonzalo got in on the messages, we shared some photos and developed a friendly rapport. Reservations were set, and my hubs and I, also both artists, were really looking forward to our visit. On the day of our reservation, we drove over to the house early to get a feel for the location and figure out parking. Turns out this amazing house is smack dab in the middle of a typical residential street with plenty of free street parking! We parked and decided to take a peek into their garden through the mosaicked gate, and we happened to see Cheri and her friend who helps orient visitors. We said hello through the gate, let them know we'd be back for our 2 pm slot, and they invited us to come in already if we wanted! We declined because we didn't want to impose, and our reservation included our niece who wasn't free until 2, but we left even more excited! We returned at 2, met Cheri again at the entrance, talked to her friend (we'll call her 'the docent'), and received our copy of all the cool things to watch out for on the property, including the best spots for Instagram pics! The place was already buzzing with lots of other visitors, but it did not feel overly crowded. The 'docent' then took our photo on a mosaicked bench under their pineapple guava tree. So nice! We started walking around and it was mesmerizing! So much color, so many hand-painted tiles interspersed with broken bits of teacups and teapots, ceramic animals and mirror, all mosaicked into sculptures, rainbows, visual narratives. Lots of humor and arrangements that bring a smile. Whimsy, a Wonderland theme, cleverly laid shards of mirror making new mirrors....I cannot be more effusive when I say it was truly fabulous!! While walking around, we ran into Gonzalo, and when my hubby engaged him in a conversation about how all the tile was set, I told him I had emailed a few weeks prior about our visit, and before I even finished, he exclaimed 'Are you Jen?!' and we immediately spontaneously hugged! He then took a photo of the 3 of us next to a special 'hidden' tile, essentially making us part of the Mosaic Tile House! In all, we were there roughly 1.5 hrs. We felt the $20 pp was perfectly reasonable to gain entry into the private home of artists who are not part of any larger organization (i.e. they are not supported or subsidized by the city or state, are not part of a gallery or museum), and we had access to both Cheri and Gonzalo to talk first hand about their art, methods and inspiration. To the other yelpers who felt this experience was "expensive", I'm sorry to say your comments are frankly disrespectful to artists, who deserve to make money off their art - this is their livelihood! And to the yelpers who complained that Cheri and Gonzalo were "rude", again, I urge you to consider that you were literally inside their private living space, enjoying a privilege, and it was more likely YOU who was rude. To those of you reading my review, please visit Cheri and Gonzalo, support them as artists and shop in the gift shop. Maybe even have a word with them as PEOPLE. They are truly lovely humans, so inspirational, and I for one am truly grateful for the generosity of artists like this who let the paying public have a glimpse at their life's work! read more

Nestled in the middle of a quiet Venice neighborhood, the Mosaic Tile House owned by Cheri Pann and Gonzalo Duran is a visual wonder.  Since 1994, the artists have been working on the house to make it what is today, a true feast for the eyes. You can visit on most Saturdays from 12pm-3pm with a reservation.   We spent a good hour touring around and inside the house this past weekend.  Our reservations were for noon and we were two of the first visitors for the day.  Ms Pann greeted us at the gate, checked us in, and then her assistant Shannon gave us an introduction to the property with background on the house and an information sheet.  Mr. Duran was on property, as well, manning the gift shop and also wandering around to greet visitors.  He even took a picture of us with my phone in a spot that I'm sure he takes of guests often; it's a very cool perspective.   As for the artistry of the house, there is so much to see!  Stained glass, coffee mugs, pots and pans, wine bottles, mirrors, and more are used to create the mosaic in and around the house.  I loved the homage to Alice in Wonderland as well as the Mexican kitchen in the house.  The tiles with funny sayings around the property by Mr. Duran are awesome.  Be sure you stop in the gift shop and purchase something for your own home; we got a tile for our kitchen. This is definitely a unique home and we loved our visit. I highly recommend visiting Venice to experience the artistry for yourselves. read more

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Was closed when we stopped but was still able to see some cool views! Definitely a cool place to check out. read more

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Today was my first time visiting Cheri and Gonzalo's 28 year, and counting, labor of love and I'm glad I finally was able to see it up close. I have been driving by it for years so I was very pleased to learn they offer self guided tours of the grounds for $20. Cheri greeted us at the front gate and was very polite and informative. She gave us a rundown of the history of the property and specific things to look out for. It was also nice seeing their own works of art in the studios in the back of the house. It's definitely a unique location and worth the trip to see something that took so much time, effort, and love to create. read more

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Come check out the mosaic tile house in Venice, CA. You have to email them reservations but they email immediately. We emailed them 2 am the same day and they replied within 20 min. They ask you a time slot you would like to take from 12-3 pm only on Saturdays. I saw if it's 2 people and you don't have reservations then they let you in. The cost is $20. They took only Venmo, zelle or cash. This is a great date or family activity. There were so many photo spots, which they give you a guide. They have guides in Spanish and Chinese too. The couple, Cheri and Gonzalo started the mosaic tile house in March 1994 and are continuing to add on still to this day. They wanted to turn this ugly house into a pretty house. You can leave ceramic items in front of their house so they can add it to their collection. In the front yard, you can see a fortune cookie and love tub. There's also a giraffe and barefoot panda. Then, on the side of the house, is Alice in Wonderland and butterfly wings. Next, you get to see Cheri's & Gonzalo's studio. Lastly, inside the house, there is a gift shop. We got to meet both Cheri and Gonzalo's. They are super nice and friendly. Gonzalo's helped take photos. Expect to spend about a hr here. Even more as there is so much details in this house. They are also accepting volunteers. Make sure to tag on their social media. read more

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Didn't know what to expect when I saw this, but it was worth the visit. Amazing what they've done to this place. So vibrantly colorful! Absolutely loved the work of art, time and detail in each piece of tile and other objects used... Gonzalo responded very quick when I emailed regarding reservations. Cheri was there to answer any questions one may have! Definitely a must see art house! read more

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This beautiful Mosaic Tile House is located in Venice, Los Angeles, CA. A reservation is a must to visit this house since it's only open to the public on Saturdays (it's better to check their website for the dates because some Saturdays are not available). The street parking is easy. I was there 10 minutes before they opened, and I parked in front of their house. The entrance fee is $20 and free for ages eight and below. They accept credit cards, but it's better to pay cash. During my visit, they have an issue with their machine, which can delay your entrance. The house owner is amiable and will allow you to take photos inside and outside their house. I even have pictures of both of them. It took us over an hour (1:10 minutes) to see their home and take photos. Overall, it's a fun experience visiting their house. I highly recommend visiting it. read more

Mosaic Tile House - The man himself, Gonzalo, is one of the artists and owns this beautiful house. The other artist is his Wife, Cheri. - Art Galleries Near Me - Venice, California

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Was just there today. What an amazing place! You won't be disappointed. It's a labor of love for sure and so very creative.

You make reservations via e-mail and they are only open Saturdays from 12pm-3pm. For adults, admission is $20. Communication with Gonzalo and Sherri was a breeze and are accommodating with times and cancelations. You park on the street and are greeted by Gonzalo and Sherri themselves. Sadly, due to COVID-19, they do not allow guests to enter the house or visit their gift shop. You only roam the exterior of the property. It took about 20 minutes to explore the place. The way the tiles and Knick knacks are placed are very intriguing. I enjoyed taking the time to explore and appreciate their art. I really enjoyed my visit here, but I think $20 is a bit steep for admission. I think no more than $15 would be decent. I do recommend visiting this place because it truly is unique. read more

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Nice place to visit, it's different than most places, $20 entrance, free street parking. read more

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You must go to become inspired and motivated to pursue your creative dreams! This couple, Cheri and Gonzalo, have truly taken up their art a notch by renovating their home with colorful mosaic tiles. I definitely love their message and will plan to do something out-of-the-box one day with my own humble abode. $20 admission, bring cash, and step inside a world of wonder! You get a grand house tour by the charming owner and can take as many photos as your heart desires. I definitely highly recommend anyone to come in and feast your eyes and imagination to mosaic and structural art. read more

Mosaic Tile House - Art Galleries Near Me - Venice, California

I saw the picture of this place online and was blown away by the beautiful colors and patterns. You need to email the artists for a reservation, but the entrance fee is only $20/person. The artists Cheri & Gonzalo have been working on this house since 1994. This exhibit is a feast for the eyes. Suddenly being hit with so much beauty all at once can almost be overwhelming. Bring your camera because there are countless spots to take photos (I took 545). The house is set in an otherwise lovely California neighborhood. The stained glass an tiles are seen in everything from the fence to the doors on the house. The complete exterior (both sides of the house and the front) take you into a trippy kaleidoscope of patterns and tile collage where you can pick out themes from Alice in Wonderland, Dragons, a huge caterpillar and a giant fortune cookie to name a few. The gift shop is equally as impressive where Gonzalo demonstrates some of his mechanical art. This trip was truly a delight and well worth the hour long drive! Visit on a clear day to get the most of the light reflecting off the stained glass. Take your time going through it or you are bound to miss something wonderful. read more

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This is a private home that they decided to open up to the public so be mindful and respectful to the artists. They are only open on Saturdays from 12-3pm and admission fee is $20 at the door. I use to enjoy mosaic tiling when I was younger so seeing the work put into this place is quite remarkable. The attn to detail and the symbolism for some of the pieces is amazing. If you're looking for something unique to do in the Venice, LA area on a Saturday after or before lunch, this spot will be fascinating. It's small since it's just someone's front and back yard and some indoor areas but if you stay and enjoy the artwork, you can spend a good hour here, or maybe twol. read more

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This place is Gem, I discovered through someone I know went there. The owner spent 25 years to create this spectacular unique mosaic house. The owner Gonzalo is a very artistic, he designed the layout of the entire house. Using different objects to decorate the house. He has uncountable broken pieces of tiles and glued it on the wall. I have taken some nice pictures and I would like to share. I used one of the pictures to paint a picture. read more

A house has been transformed into an art gallery. This place is incredible and magnificent. Highly recommended read more

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Cheri and Gonzalo are the dynamic mosaic art duo! But it doesn't stop at mosaics, although theirs are the most unique you'll ever find. Both have their own style of painting as well. Gonzalo has the dream like whimsical flare of charm and delight while Cheri the dramatic, vibrant and bold. They are both so fantastic that you have to go see their work for yourself. Brilliant isn't always an easy thing to describe . read more

This is definitely a must see when passing through Venice. The couple here are so sweet and the history behind all their work is pretty impressive. By the quotes on many of the tiles I can tell they have a great sense of humor. They are open every Saturday and require a reservation with 20. donation at the door. There is a small inside gift shop, otherwise it's an outside self guided tour. Parking is easy and we stayed about an hour to enjoy all their hard work and dedication. Enjoy! read more

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Came in the age of covid so only had the outside open but I think it's still well worth the $20! With the full tour of there studio and house whenever it opens up I think it's very worth. They update the tiles around their house and I think it's pretty cool to see all the details. read more

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This is a magical, beautiful, wondrous place. All ages and lots of different kinds of people where there when I went. It felt like we were witnessing something special together. I will return often and take Loved Ones. read more

#35 of 2017 Loved this place!!! Easy street parking and impossible to miss with all the mosaic. It's $15 for entry--Cheri and Gonzalo prefer cash. Email ahead of time to schedule a tour! This house is an amazing Labor and testament of love between two very sweet people. You can see how much they care about each other, and it's manifested in beautiful mosaic everywhere along with Cheri's many portraits of Gonzalo. Would be an excellent date location and a great place to appreciate art with friends. Everywhere you look there's something different and guaranteed it'll be gorgeous. read more

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Once upon a garden tour's journey, we spotted this most unusual home. I asked Dear Hubby to go back past it again so I could take a few photos. We wondered how it had made it past city zoning, what the neighbors think, and what the story might be? After getting through the rest if the garden tour, through the magic of Google, I learned that this unique house is open for tours by appointment. Its been a labor of love and creativity for many years by the owners. We likely will add it to our list of places we want to check out one day. I did capture a few quick pix. read more

Mosaic Tile House - The wisteria vine originally caught my attention, then I noticed the mosaic tile columns beneath it. - Art Galleries Near Me - Venice, California

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If you love mosaic art you should visit this place. It's a beautiful home own by a couple artist, so much detail everywhere. Gonzalo gave me an amazing tour of his house, he and his wife Cheri own the house since 1994 and put so much love into their art work. The admission is $20 but so worth it. I email the owner for booking the tour and got respond very fast (mosaictilehouse@mac.com). As of November 2019 they open only on Saturday from 1pm to 4pm. They accept credit card ( 3% transaction fee) so cash is better option. Easy parking on the street, took about an hour for walk around, pay attention to all the detail, truly amazing! read more

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Such a beautiful peace of art. I am so impressed at the detail of each little space and corner. So talented! No crowds and got beautiful pictures! read more

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This incredible home and art studio is open on most Saturdays by appointment only. You can tour the front yard and sides of the home and when you open the front door you can enter a small area which acts as a gift shop with a view of the kitchen. Entry fee is $20 per person. The tiles and art pieces are incredibly crafted and laid out all over. It's almost impossible to take in every detail, there is just so much to look at. It's owned by the loveliest couple. read more

It was fun, very unique, don't think it was worth the 20$. Walked through very quickly and it was busy

Amazing Breathtaking Inspiring You must go see the Mosaic Tile House when u are in Venice CA. Two artists live there and have spent years and years covering almost every inch of the house inside and out with broken tiles- cups- mugs- piggy banks- wine bottles- you name it if it's glass or ceramic they have used it to cover and create a masterpiece. My husband wasn't keen on the appointment in the middle of Saturday to see this place. It's only open Saturday from 1-4 pm. BUT once we got inside his jaw dropped and his said great job finding this place it's unbelievable. For u Instagram types this is for you. Great pictures but they can't do it justice. Seeing in person is The only way to go. It's $20 to go but u can linger and take photos as long as u want. And you will never forget it. Tell your friends and GO! read more

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Truly a beautiful experience so much effort and time went it this home and the owners are so sweet it just adds to the greatness of this place. Definitely recommend to anyone visiting the Venice area, you won't find anywhere else like this! read more

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Wow! Pictures do no justice. Love all the art. I'm just in awww of how much they've done with the home. It's a much visit if you're in the area. I gave it a four star only because it was a bit busy and it was hard to get pictures. read more

This house is incredible and the personality and love story of the owners/artists of the home is apparent in the depictions, sayings and collections found around the home. It is so beautiful to see how they took imperfect pieces to create a perfect masterpiece! Thank you Cheri and Gonzalo for sharing your home and your lives with us! read more

What a lovely experience thanks to owners, Gonzalo and Cheri. My sister was visiting last month and found this house through Pinterest. We decided to check it out and I'm so glad we did. They open their home to visitors on Saturday afternoons- you can pay cash or card at gate for $15 per person. Gonzalo gave us a nice tour of the house and some history of how they started this work of art. It's crazy to think it's a functioning home because it's kept so clean, like a museum. He took us back into the workshop and showed us how they sketch out their ideas before they start making the tiles. I loved the outside the most- they turned their entire porch and yard into a mosaic patio and garden. I did feel bad that some of the patrons were so demanding and rude because they're kind enough to share their home with the public. It's a great way to spend some time and take great pictures! read more

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Such a cool place. If you are close by definitely take the time to see it. You will not regret it.