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There’s no denying the beautiful of Utah’s diverse natural landscape. In the mountains, the eye is greeted with lush fauna, babbling brooks, and pines and in the valley’s, unique rock formations attract tourists from around the world. That’s why when one homeowner relocated to a small town in Utah, he decided that the first addition he would make to his home would be one that would stand tribute to Utah’s landscape. So, he set out to have two painted glass landscapes created for his Holladay home. And the results of the project were stunning.
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Stained glass is known for being many things. For some, it relates to depictions and iconography the church has of Saints, Angels and even of God/Jesus. For others is represents specific design periods and trends from Victorian to Mid-Century Modern and Macintosh to Greene and Greene. Still, others see it as a function of privacy; a way to keep the the eyes of the world out of your home, while at the same time preserving the transfer of natural light. While all of those are very real things stained glass represents or is used for, one very special way to use stained glass on your Salt Lake City home is for a custom-made family crest.
Stained glass is something that has been around quite some time and the reasons for buying any type of stained glass are plentiful:
While family crest stained glass falls easily into all those categories, there are a few other reasons family crests stand out as a good purchase for your home.
Family Crest Stained Glass As An Heirloom: What better way to create something that will be special to your family and last for generations to come than with a family crest stained glass piece. Stained glass is durable and easily repaired/restored by a trained professional.
Family Crest Stained Glass As A Special Gift: Finding the right gift for family members can be difficult. Whether it is for a birthday, anniversary or wedding stained glass with a family crest on it makes perfect sense for nearly anyone you may have on your list.
At Scottish Stained Glass we have decades of experience creating custom stained glass. We have done quite a few crests in our time and know how to help you individualize them, while still giving them a very clear crest like esthetic. We will help you customize the shapes, colors, and images that best fit the family crest you are trying to have created in stained glass. Best of all these family crest windows can be removed from your home should you ever decide to sell so they can still be passed down to the next generation, no matter where you live. For more information about family crest stained glass in Salt Lake City, contact us today!
Due to its incredible beauty, intricacy, and luminous appearance, stained glass has long been a celebrated form of art throughout the history of humankind. But who exactly are the creators behind these beautiful and mysterious works of art and what is their story? We decided to take a look further at the lives and works of some of the world’s most famous stained glass artists. What we discovered was incredible stories that could not be left untold.
There’s a new trend in home decor in 2017, but what it is may actually come as a surprise to you. Stained glass windows have seen a serious revival in popularity this year. And Houston architects, interior designers, and homeowners have picked up on the fashion and brought it to a whole new level.
If you’re like many of the families living in Colorado who owns a summer home or cabin in the mountains, then you know the joys and relaxation that come from being outdoors. But did you that there’s an easy way to enhance the aesthetics, privacy, and lighting of your special space? Stained glass can bring incredible beauty and value to your Denver area mountain home or cabin.
The Northern Hotel in Fort Collins has been the attraction of tourists visiting the upper region of Colorado for years. Famous actors and celebrities such as John Wayne and Franklin D Roosevelt have frequented its grounds since its original opening in 1873. But the hotel is known for more than just its impressive guest list. Beautiful stained glass panels, including a large in the ceiling of the Fort Collins hotel are the highlights of this incredible piece of historic architecture.
Many people are familiar with Houston’s historic architecture and iconic skyscrapers. But did you know that Houston is also home to another treasure? Beautiful stained glass windows are hidden throughout the city in Houston’s residential, religious, and commercial buildings. We decided to take a look further into these hidden gems tucked away in the Magnolia City to see what exactly we could find.
In 2014, the Museum at Prairiefire opened its doors with the mission to provide access and information to the public about natural history and science related topics. While the opening of the museum was anticipated for years by locals, the architecture came as surprise to many. The Prairiefire Museum has an exterior that’s hard to look away from. Beautiful stained glass panels line the walls of the museum, bringing awe and joy to its Kansas City visitors.
Charles Rennie Mackintosh was an architect, painter, and stained glass artisan from Glasgow, Scotland. He was born in 1868 as the fourth oldest of a large family that had 11 children total. At the young age of 15, Charles began attending evening classes at the Glasgow School of Art. A year later, he became apprentice to a local architect by the name of John Hutchinson.
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Stained glass is an art form and an old one at that. While the exact origins of stained glass are not illuminated from historical texts, we can be sure that an archaic form of stained glass was in use by the 6th century. As with many pieces of artwork, stained and leaded were a direct result of a need for function rather than a desire for artwork. We can deduct that stained glass was come upon gradually when the making of glass was still in its infancy. Larger pieces of glass were hard to stabilize. In an effort to fit bigger pieces of glass in larger windows, and keep them secured, first holes were bored in wood and filled with glass bits, then rustic frames were constructed and eventually lattice and leading similar to what we see today began making an appearance. By the ninth century, glass on the windows of architectural structures had been well refined and used quite frequently. At the same time, lead strips used to join panels of glass became very popular. The earliest surviving examples are fragments from: Kloster Lorsch in Germany (9th century) “The Head Of Christ” And The Augsburg Cathedral (late 11th C. or early 12th C.) “Five Prophets Windows” Since the time of these beautiful, but crude early creations, the art of stained glass has incrementally become more sophisticated. Old gothic techniques were blended with new glass pigment breakthroughs and more and more stunning pieces popped up not only in Europe but in the middle east on mosques as well. Century after century saw new advances and more increasingly majestic works of stained and leaded glass artwork. Eventually, stained glass making turned into a form of painting on the glass itself as if it were a fresco and we see the “stained glass” of the fifteenth, sixteenth and seventeenth centuries as more painterly imagery. However, with the advent of the Gothic Revival Period in the 1840’s there was a rediscovery of the Gothic process for blowing sheet glass which fortunately had been carefully documented. Stained glass similar to the very old stye of construction began resurging. The newly discovered “old” tradition is seen often in the Victorian period and continues today with use by relatively recent architects including Antonio Gaudi, Charles Mackintosh and Frank Loyd Wright. At Scottish Stained Glass we are proud to carry on the long and glorious stained glass craftwork. Although the techinques and materials have changed quite a bit since those early days, the desire to make something beautiful and lasting never go out of style. If you are looking for a stained glass window to become and instant heirloom in your house, contact us today!
Nestled in the heart of the Capital Hill neighborhood, no more than a stone’s throw away from the hustle and bustle of the very modern downtown Denver, is a beautiful relic of past–Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. The spires of the cathedral rise high and stoic against the backdrop of Colfax avenue. The contrast of the almost gothic architecture is strange but interesting against the urban backdrop of the Denver city center. This gorgeous Denver landmark is well known to residents. Built from Colorado granite at the turn of the 20th century, it is truly a hallmark of Colorado craftsmanship. Interestingly enough, the church has been struck twice during its nearly hundred year tenure as one of Denver’s most prominent cathedrals but one would be want to see any evidence of damage remaining.
The most remarkable features of the cathedral are arguably the impressive stained glass windows that cover both front and sides of the massive structure. Considered some the finest in the world, there are 75 windows worthy of admiration. The windows were carefully crafted by F.X. Zettler, whose cathedral stained glass window portfolio was vast and well known. He was perhaps most well known for his one-of-a-kind glass colors and dyes. The stained glass on the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception was no easy task. It took 50 artisans to craft the windows we see today, as gorgeous now as they were a century ago. By some estimates, the transept window alone would cost over $500,000 in today’s market.
At Scottish Stained Glass we have appreciation and respect for beautiful works of stained glass windows in Denver and around the world. We create and repair stained glass on churches, cathedrals, chapels, homes and businesses alike, always with the utmost of care and respect for the historical value. Keeping your stained glass in good repair is the key to longevity. Once restored, stained glass can go another 80-100 years before needing to be serviced again. If you have stained glass windows and would like to find out more about stained glass care or schedule a free consultation for repair, contact us today!
If you’ve ever driven through Evergreen, Colorado then you may been familiar with Chateau V, the massive castle sitting on top of a mountain hill near the community. But did you also know that it’s recently gone on the market? For 17.5 million you could live exactly like a king in this 20,000 square foot five bedroom home.
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You know how the old saying goes: You’ll never get a second chance to make a first impression. But have you ever thought about what that means for your home? When your guests visit your home, it’s natural for them to make judgments about who you are based off of what they see. Your home is a representation of your style and your personality. So the question is, does your house make the statement that you want it to?
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Are you in the process of planning your bathroom renovations? With so many different colors, themes, and styles to choose from, making a decision on your interior decorations can be difficult and overwhelming. Well, the good news is that we’re here to help make at least one part of your home improvement project easy for you. We’ve put together this compilation of gorgeous bathroom stained glass windows to help you along with your new home design.
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Approximately four years ago, Scottish Stained Glass was approached by representatives of the LDS Church. Over the last several years, the Church had commenced the construction of many new temples all across the world. The Church came to us because they were interested in finding a company that they could add to their list of approved stained manufacturers.
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Churches and temples are important sacred places for religious members and groups for many reasons. They are places where people can gather to worship, receive religious guidance, and deepen their faith. In addition to this, they are also home to some of the most beautiful art and glass work in the world. The religious stained glass that can be found in places of worship is not only known for its stunning and colorful appearance, but also the ability to portray religious values and tell a story of faith.
At Scottish Stained Glass, we enjoy working with religious members from a wide variety of denominations to create religious stained glass pieces that are unique and timeless. In the past, we have completed many projects that involved the design and installation of stained glass windows, entryways, transoms, and more for churches, temples, mosques, and synagogues. Our most recent project involved manufacturing the stained glass windows for the Fort Collins Colorado LDS Temple.
We were honored to be chosen as the preferred stain glass company for the temple in Fort Collins. From the very start, we were determined to create religious stained glass windows that were absolutely flawless and could stand the test of 1,000 years time. The project took approximately two years to complete, during which time we worked closely with members of the LDS Church, construction company, and other general contractors.
In the end, we were able to create over 50,000 pieces of individual glass, including 400 stained glass pieces. The design process took about 6 months and the next 18 months were spent on manufacturing and installing the glass. During this time, we encountered many challenges but were over to overcome them by working as a team with our partners on the project. We were able to accomplish such tasks as creating a new, customized color of glass, constructing colored glass bevels, and fitting stained glass pieces into customized frames that were being built simultaneously.
In addition to a custom design, the stained glass windows for the Fort Collins Colorado LDS Church were constructed for optimal durability and energy efficiency. To achieve this effect, we used Low-E safety glass on the outside of the window. The windows were also created to provide a high level of privacy while still allowing for adequate sunlight to enter the room. In the end, we were able to pass the many rounds of inspection conducted by the Church without a single flaw being identified in our glass work.
Churches, temples, and other religious sites are incredibly important to the members who choose to worship there. Now you can allow for the physical appearance of your building to reflect your religious values and beliefs by opting for a gorgeous religious stained glass design. Contact us today to receive an estimate.
Stained glass sidelights are one of our favorite and most popular commissions. We’ll tell you why. In our twenty years of experience, we have never seen any other home improvement that makes such a huge and gorgeous change to a home’s entryway as stained glass. Of course, if we do custom stained glass for your sidelights on either side of your front door, you know we are going to suggest adding a stained glass panel or two right into the front door itself. That’s because sidelights are placed in an entryway to add light into what might be a rather dark part of a home. And with the inserts in the door, even more light can be added, along with a regal and elegant look.
When you commission a piece of custom stained glass, you need more than just expertise in constructing the stained glass window or door. You also need to be sure that the company you are using has expertise in stained glass installation. Because when it comes to the durability and longevity of your stained glass, if you want it to last through the generations—perhaps a century or more—you need expert installation.
Here at Scottish Stained Glass, we provide custom stained glass windows, doors, and other items for both residential and commercial use. We are always excited to work with a business creating commercial stained glass that can add a wow factor to their décor. Commercial stained glass can be understated and elegant, it can be bright and bold, it can be modern or antique. Each of our commercial stained glass designs is unique for that particular customer and his or her needs.
One of our most popular commissions here at Scottish Stained Glass are stained glass entryways. It really isn’t surprising, when you consider that many houses in Colorado look just like every other home on the block or in the entire development. Sure, on the inside, it’s all done to the owners’ tastes. But the entryway, well, there’s just not that much you can usually do with it to give it an individual look.
Here at Scottish Stained Glass, we have to admit that commissions for religious stained glass are some of our favorites. We love the vivid colors, the frequently intricate designs, the chance to tell a story with our work, and to uplift those who see it in a church, chapel, or temple.
When it comes to commercial stained glass, we do custom designs specifically for each client. Our designs can integrate the name of a business, or just be gorgeous to look at. It all depends on the location of the stained glass, the type of business, and its goals.
Stained glass sidelights have always been one of the most popular residential stained glass applications in our twenty years in business. After all, everyone has a front door to their home, an entryway that they want to make a great first impression. And many homes have sidelights, those narrow non-functional windows on either side of the door.
Out of all the difference stained glass windows we do, for living rooms, hallways, bedrooms, bathrooms, even kitchens and basements – stained glass entryways are one of our most popular commissions.
Here at Scottish Stained Glass we get a large amount of requests for our contemporary leaded stained glass designs. They are the perfect type of stained glass to add to any room in a home, from the entryway to the back bedroom, from the basement to that round attic window that gives the front of your house so much character.
Have you ever considered beveled stained glass for any of the windows or doors in your home? We consider beveled glass to be one of our signature styles, a style we truly love designing and building for our clients, and they seem to agree about its loveliness.
When we first mention leaded glass windows to our clients as a suggestion during a design consultation, many of them have puzzled looks. “Lead?” they ask. “How is that different from regular stained glass?”
Art Nouveau is one of those old fashioned styles that somehow never really goes out of style. It’s fluid, lovely, and evocative of a time gone by, and yet somehow still manages to work beautifully in a modern home. With Art Nouveau stained glass, you can bring a touch of this style into your home’s entryway, kitchen, bathroom, basement, or any other room of your home.
Art Deco is a style that rose to popularity in the nineteen twenties, and is still quite popular today. It spread its stylized wings into furniture, architecture, painting, and all the decorative arts including stained glass. Two of the most famous Art Deco buildings are New York City’s Chrysler Building and iconic Empire State Building. Art Deco has many fans to this day, and Art Deco stained glass is one of the ways these Deco lovers can bring this striking and unique style into their homes or offices.
Here at Scottish Stained Glass, it’s no surprised that we have a special fondness for Celtic art, Celtic culture, and of course, Celtic stained glass designs. Although it’s hard to pin down the art of the Celts to one particular style, because their culture spanned the centuries and covered a large part of Northern Europe, there are certain aspects of that style that are most closely associated with their culture.
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