Business Details
44 Years
experience
Bespoke Architectural Glass Art
Established in 1982, our studio has pioneered innovative approaches to architectural glass design for over four decades. With a foundation in traditional stained glass techniques from Swansea School of Art, we combine centuries-old craftsmanship with contemporary methods like sandblasting and acid-etching. Our team holds enhanced DBS clearance and has delivered significant public art installations across healthcare, education, and cultural sectors.We maintain strong industry affiliations through our participation in professional networks and have contributed to major projects including the Grange University Hospital's environmental-themed glass screens. Our methodology prioritizes client collaboration, integrating site-specific narratives into each commission while maintaining rigorous attention to technical execution and aesthetic impact.
Services
Stained Glass Commissions
Architectural Glass Design
Decorative Glass Panels
Public Art Installations
Glass Conservation
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- 40+ years creating site-specific glass artworks for public institutions
- Combines traditional stained glass techniques with contemporary design methods
- Enhanced DBS clearance for working in educational and healthcare settings
- Proven track record with major commissions including Riverfront Theatre installations
- Direct collaboration with architects and stakeholders throughout the design process
Associations and certifications
- Enhanced Disclosure, Criminal Records Bureau
Services
Stained Glass Commissions
We create bespoke stained glass installations that integrate historical context and environmental narratives. Using traditional leaded techniques combined with modern methods, our artworks transform architectural spaces through light manipulation. Each commission involves extensive consultation with stakeholders to ensure the design reflects the location's heritage and functional requirements.
Architectural Glass Design
Specialist glass solutions for new constructions and renovations incorporate both aesthetic and practical considerations. Our designs utilise dichroic films and textured glass to create dynamic visual effects that respond to changing light conditions. The process includes scale modelling and material sampling to ensure perfect integration with building architecture.
Decorative Glass Panels
Interior glass features combine safety and durability with artistic expression using toughened and laminated glass technologies. These installations incorporate sandblasted patterns, ceramic enamels, and mirrored elements to create distinctive spatial enhancements. Each panel undergoes rigorous testing to meet building regulations while maintaining artistic integrity.
People
Catrin Jones
Glass Artist
Graduated with distinction from Swansea School of Art in 1982, established Glasslight Studios, and has created award-winning glass installations for public institutions since 1987. Holds enhanced DBS clearance for educational and healthcare projects.
Questions
What types of glass commissions do you specialise in?
We specialise in architectural glass for public buildings including schools, hospitals, and cultural venues, creating both traditional stained glass and contemporary decorative glass installations.
How do you develop your glass art designs?
Each design begins with extensive research into the location's history and environment, followed by stakeholder consultations and scale model development before final execution.
Can you work with existing architectural plans?
Yes, we collaborate closely with architects from initial concept stages through to installation, ensuring seamless integration with building designs and structural requirements.
What safety standards do you follow?
All installations meet current building regulations using toughened, laminated, and fire-resistant glass where required, with full documentation provided for compliance purposes.