CLAY+CODA is a gallery and creative enterprise that strengthens New Mexico’s creative economy through the umbrella of vintage design. We believe design heritage is more than history — it is a living tool for building opportunity, community, and culture today.

For our community, we are a gathering place — a home for timeless design, cultural experiences, and meaningful encounters with objects and ideas. For creative entrepreneurs, we are an incubator — providing the tools, markets, and visibility needed to turn creative passion into sustainable business.

Our Mission

To preserve the legacy of design while shaping a more intentional future. We believe vintage design is more than history — it’s a living resource that can inspire sustainable living, strengthen community, and open doors of opportunity for creatives across New Mexico and beyond.

Our Vision & Impact

Promote Sustainable Living
We position vintage design as a response to fast consumerism — spotlighting the durability, artistry, and eco-conscious brilliance of mid-century materials. Sustainability isn’t a trend; it’s a timeless design principle, and we make it accessible through curated collections, community markets, and education that inspire more intentional choices.

Curate with Purpose
Our collection of vintage furniture, fashion, and décor is carefully curated for its quality, material integrity, and enduring design. Every piece reflects intentional living through enduring craft — and, through consignment and exhibition, provides a platform for creative entrepreneurs to bring their work to broader audiences.

Foster Community Through Design
Through exhibitions, workshops, markets, and public programming, we use vintage design to spark dialogue, share knowledge, and build creative, community-rooted spaces. These gatherings double as training grounds and launchpads, where models, designers, and small businesses find the resources and networks they need to thrive.

Educate and Inspire
From overlooked designers to regional modernism, our content, tours, and storytelling make design history accessible. We invite people to see their surroundings — and their belongings — with fresh perspective, while equipping a new generation of creatives to carry design heritage into the future.