Stained Glass Of Yesterday Merges With Today
Stained Glass For A New Century
Generally speaking a lot of people associate stained glass with religious institutions. It is fairly natural to think that way since stained glass can be seen in so many religious settings such as cathedrals, churches, synagogues and even mosques. Another association most people make with stained glass is in home decor from the victorian or craftsman design time period. Actually, many people who own a home built in either of those time periods may have a stained glass window or tow on their home. This can be attributed to iconic designers like Frank Lloyd Wright and The Greene Brothers, who, during the first half of the 20th century, used and forever linked, stained glass in home decor. Since that advent, stained glass has begun to pervaded home style and rightfully so–its popularity has only risen and is just as in vogue today than ever before. At Kansas City Stained Glass, we are proud to continue the work of such design icons, day in and day out, and have a deep appreciation for the strong and lasting impact they had on American home style.
An Example Of A Frank Lloyd Wright Style Stained Glass
Stained Glass For Practical Applications
There is no debating that stained glass is a form of art. What you may not know is–it is known as “practical art”. It can be customized to suit nearly any design style or taste but is also the epitome of versatility in home decor. In fact, there really are no restrictions on which room stained glass can be used in.. Any room in a house: bathroom, kitchen, living room, the entryway will look fantastic with the addition of stained glass. Once may even want to consider creative applications like a fireplace screen, stylish cabinet doors or even on ceilings! The wide variety of uses of stained glass, both practical and artistic is key to homeowners looking for a creative home display and practical application benefits as well.
Some other, just as important, reasons why you might consider installing stained glass:
• Stained glass is a beautiful privacy option– especially useful for spaces like bathrooms or bedrooms.
• Stained glass can block an unattractive view like a vacant lot or a close neighbor
• Stained glass can express your personal tastes and act as a centerpiece for a design overhaul.
Whether you decide to employ stained glass for a practical or artistic application, the result will always be elegant and useful. Moreover, it is sure to delight you, your family and guests for years to come and will likely be the star of any room. In fact, we hear from happy customers all the time, saying they find reasons to fall in love with it all over again each and every day!
If you live in Kansas City, or the surrounding area, and are considering a stained glass window to brighten or update your decor, contact Kansas City Stained Glass, today and let’s get going an heirloom quality piece of glass for you and your family to enjoy for generations to come!
Martin Faith
Martin Faith is from Glasgow, Scotland, the stained glass capital of the world. Martin has been practicing the art of making stained glass windows for over thirty years and is a collector of antique works. His excellent craftmanship and extensive knowledge of the art form, including the required techniques for glassmaking, styles, and history of stained glass make him an expert in his field. Martin owns one of the largest stained glass window studios in the country. The company specializes in stained glass repair and restoration, religious stained glass, commercial stained glass, and custom residential stained and leaded glass. Together, Martin and his team have created hundreds of stained glass windows for homes and buildings in the Kansas City area.
