Weekly Design Inspiration: Stay Glassy

Now that we’ve started to enjoy the warmer weather we are also very excited to let in the light! One trend that we’ve seen cropping up is the use of interior glass and we are quite simply obsessed. We love making the most of the light and finding new ways to extend it. Adding in features like these are instant ways to add character to your home and we are all about creating heirloom homes.

Block it out

Some of you may be surprised to see this trend coming back but we’re loving what we’re seeing! Glass blocks often bring back memories of the 70s and shag carpets but we are seeing them being used in entirely new ways! Fresh layouts give this look a breath of fresh air. We also love that they are great for privacy. For a bathroom or a street-facing home, these blocks blur the details while still allowing the light in. There’s also a wide variety of glass effects that can be used to personalize the look.

Source: The Archers

transom-mania

There are many reasons why we love tall ceilings; they make the space feel bigger, they allow for ceiling treatments, but they also mean that we can have transom windows! These architectural features have somewhat gone by the wayside, due to the fact that their original purpose was to create cross-ventilation before the days of indoor heating and cooling. However, these windows still hold a special place in our hearts! They create an opportunity for a beautiful piece of stained glass, or they can be a simple pseudo extension of the door. 

Source: Hendricks Churchill

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Into the (side)light

Here at CPD we are always a fan of glass doors. We love that they create a balance between an open and closed-concept home and that they are a work of art in their own right. Therefore we love it even more when a glass door is paired with glass panels or sidelights. They create a sense of spatial privacy from one room to the next without blocking off the light. We love this look for libraries or offices where you don’t want to feel isolated from other areas. 

Source: Verilin

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Design Tip: If you want to include interior glass in your home but don’t want dirty little hands or paws ruining the look, do the lower part in something more durable like a tile or drywall and keep the glass out of reach.