In addition to light, color, pattern and line, interior design has additional components important to the overall composition to a space. These all combine on a stage (the space itself) which can be easy on the eyes or full of color and pattern clashes. To ensure the components to a space easily flow, you have… Read more »
Stained Glass: A Dying Art
We look at the world of architecture today and we see nothing but giant stone structures and metal reinforced buildings that symbolize power and arrogance among cities nationwide. Rarely, do we see colorful buildings, painted with the vibrancy of life like we do in cathedrals or churches through stained glass. In year’s past, stained glass… Read more »
Stained Glass Association of America: What’s That?
The creation of stained glass is an art form that began centuries ago. Handcrafted by European artisans, these colorful designs were made as windows for churches and decorative pieces for the most elite customers. Overtime this art form declined in popularity as it became expensive and delicate. However, in recent decades it has regained its… Read more »
The Symbolism of Stained Glass
Stained glass in today’s society is merely looked at now as colorful, vibrant and uniquely decorated windows. They add character and creativity to any structure they become a part of, whether it is through the form of a window or a lampshade. However, the historical significance of stained glass windows is actually much more than… Read more »
Main Components to Interior Design
When you break interior design down to its basic components, the process becomes much easier. There are elements that comprise the tangibles of a visually pleasing room. If you use these design elements as a guide for decorating your home, you could easily create the ultimate space. Light The element of light can refer to… Read more »
How To Protect Your Stained Glass Window
Like regular glass, stained glass windows are prone to damage. Relatively fragile construction as the first line of defense from the elements increase exposure to scratches, cracks and even shattering. Water damage, for one, can be quite detrimental to stained glass. It can pit the glass and corrode away the metal framing. Excessive moisture can… Read more »
Color & How Useful it is in Your Home
The amount of color in a space can make or break its function. Kitchens look great with cooler colors such as blue and grey while studies and dens are perfect with warmer tones, such as browns and reds. Warm tones, like red, orange and yellow can energize a space and its occupants while cooler tones… Read more »
The Perfect Addition to Any Interior Color Scheme
Interior design void of color is plain and uninspiring. However, bold coloring in the rooms throughout your dwelling function on so many different levels. There are reasons we find certain color schemes visually appealing and inspiring. Each and every one of these reasons have to do with psychology. There is a reason neutral colors… Read more »
How Stained Glass is made
Stained glass is among the greatest accomplishments of modern man. It casts the unparalleled beauty of natural lighting in a completely different, well, light. Having been an institution for over 5,000 years, the art of stained glass is a trade passed down through generations. Obviously, the design must first be established and the requisite colors… Read more »
Restoring Stained Glass: a New Art for Old Craftsmanship
Antique stained glass windows were first crafted at the hands of Egyptian and Roman artists 2,000 years ago. Adopted and popularized by the Catholic Church, as component of the Holy Roman Empire, stained glass windows have remained commonplace in churches, and homes to a lesser degree, for hundreds and hundreds of years. Common in homes… Read more »