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Bathroom Vanity Glass, Vessel Sink Vanities

February 8th, 2010 by lgannett – Comments (1)

Your bathroom vanity and sink can be a beautiful feature of your bathroom with custom glass by Sans Soucie Art Glass.  Gorgeous custom designed etched, carved and hand painted glass designs are available in any style, color or size.

bathroom vanity glass vanities cherry blossom

Cherry Blossoms Bathroom Vanity and Sink, features frosted glass, with carved and hand painted Cherry Blossom Branches and Blooms.

Glass is custom designed to compliment (or inspire!) the decor of your bathroom.  Glass sinks are custom carved and painted to coordinate.  The colors in the cherry blossoms and branches were chosen to compliment the copper tones in the wallpaper.

This elaborate glass vanity features multiple layers of hand chiseled edge glass, each layer being 3/4" thick, layered one on top of the other.  The top is finished off with a back painted glass layer.  Not shown in these photos, are the fact that this vanity is also LIT and completely glows.

This elaborate glass vanity features multiple layers of hand chiseled edge glass, each layer being 3/4" thick, layered one on top of the other. The top is finished off with a back painted glass layer. Not shown in these photos, are the fact that this vanity is also LIT and completely glows. The Sink has a chipped top edge, and a glulechipped surface.

A view of the vanity glass base, as it was being assembled.  Each layer is 3/4" thick, regular clear glass.  The thicker the glass, the greener the hue.  When glass is layered, even more so.

A view of the vanity glass base, as it was being assembled. Each layer is 3/4" thick, regular clear glass. The thicker the glass, the greener the hue. When glass is layered, even more so.

This designer of this modern, nuetral color bathroom wanted a soft, light feel added to the glass so a delicate Ferns Design was etched into the glass vanity as well as the sink.

This designer of this modern, nuetral color bathroom wanted a soft, light feel added to the glass so a delicate Ferns Design was etched into the glass vanity as well as the sink.

With no limit in design possibilities, some very bold and exciting creations come about!  We recently completed a bathroom that features a number of custom glass elements, all featuring coordinated etched, carved and painted designs.  Starting with the Shower Enclosure, this client selected our “Triptic” Design, which was then carried thru to the mirror borders and the vanity.  The glass sinks are a mixture of deep golden reds and copper hues, perfectly suited to compliment the vanity glass.

bathroom glass vanity vanitites glass sink

Shower enclosure, coordinated with bathroom vanity glass.  "Triptic" design.

Shower enclosure, coordinated with bathroom vanity glass. "Triptic" design.

Glass Bathroom Vanity, features clear shattered glass and gold mirror.  Sink is a brilliant blue with gold accendint.

Glass Bathroom Vanity, features clear shattered glass and gold mirror. Sink is a brilliant blue with gold accents.

It's difficult to appreciate the beautiful effect in this black, shattered glass vanity.  The photo doesn't show the sparkling, beautiful details enough.  The vessel is a polished steel.  The backsplash is chiseled irregular and we did a mirror above to compliment that features a carved texture around the irregular edge border.

It's difficult to appreciate the beautiful effect in this black, shattered glass vanity. The photo doesn't show the sparkling, beautiful details enough. The vessel is a polished steel. The backsplash is chiseled irregular and we did a mirror above to compliment that features a carved texture around the irregular edge border.

Visit our Bathroom Vanities Glass Gallery for details and information on the glass shown here, as well as addtional pieces.   Sans Soucie creates custom glass designs in any type of glass table, whether it’s Dining Room Glass Tables, glass tables for the Living Room Custom Glass Shelves or Glass Bar Tops & Counters.

Inside our Online Galleries, you can view hundreds of pieces, by Type of Piece or Type of Design.  Take a virtual tour of our showroom and read the bio of our principal artist, Chauncey W. Gannett.  There’s even a page with Pricing Examples.  Read about some of our Commercial Commissions and even Request a Quote.  For further details, and to request a custom quote, Contact Us.

Custom Glass Table Tops by Sans Soucie Art Glass Studios

December 15th, 2009 by lgannett – Comments (1)

Contemporary Glass Table

Contemporary Glass Table

Art Deco Glass Cocktail Table Top

Art Deco Glass Cocktail Table Top

Sans Soucie Art Glass Studios can create a custom glass table top perfectly suited with the custom carved painted design you’re dreaming of!  Different table types like a  glass top dining table, carved sofa table, glass cocktail table and a painted glass end table can feature a contemporary design, to a more traditional motif .. whatever your  home decor, a custom design will be created to suit it!

Round Glass Table Custom Carved Edge

Round Glass Table Custom Carved Edge

Carved Sofa Table Ocean Current Design

Carved Sofa Table Ocean Current Design

Round Glass Table Carved Painted

Round Glass Table Carved Painted

Any size and shape can be custom cut and polished, such as an oval glass table or round and rectangle glass tables, and even small glass table tops are custom cut, beveled, etched carved and painted.  Glass table bases and glass table legs of different styles and configurations are also custom made to fit and coordinate with the selected glass shape and custom carved and/or painted design.

Rectangle glass Table, "Sienna" Cocktail Table Carved Painted

Rectangle glass Table, "Sienna" Cocktail Table Carved Painted

Glass Dining Table, Carved Painted Orange Bubbles around the border

Glass Dining Table, Carved Painted Orange Bubbles around the border

Art deco glass typically featuring geometric shapes and formations are very popular and over the years we’ve created some really unique pieces in this modern design style.  Custom designed borders are indeed the most popular choice, however a beautiful custom element added to the center of the table is a fantastic addition to a glass dining table top, since of course when dining, the edges of the table are covered with plates, utensils and glasses!

Modern Glass Table "Onde Lineari" Design

Modern Glass Table "Onde Lineari" Design

Contermporary Glass Table, Dining Room Table in Geometric Etched Carved Border

Contermporary Glass Table, Dining Room Table in Geometric Etched Carved Border

Table tops are typically a thicker, heavy glass which is what’s needed in order for us to deep carve the design in to the glass (as opposed to just etching the glass surface which is all that’s permissible on a thin glass surface), so in most cases, the design is carved into the glass, creating what many people would refer to as a cut glass table.  When the design is cut or carved in the glass, it creates a sculpted effect where the design actually looks like its “free floating” in the glass.

Glass Kitchen Table Bar Counter Glass, "Triptic" Design by Sans Soucie

Glass Kitchen Table Bar Counter Glass, "Triptic" Design by Sans Soucie

Carved painted glass table tops and glass table bases takes the design to a whole-nother level!  Adding color to the carved texture in the glass is truly stunning and brings out even more detail and richness in the design.  Colors are custom mixed to pull and compliment the colors of your home or office decor.

Glass Top Dining Table and Glass Table Bases, Southwest Border Design

Glass Top Dining Table and Glass Table Bases, Southwest Border Design

On our Web Site, we’ve created a way for you to  view different types of glass tables by TABLE TYPE, and DESIGN STYLE.  Click on these links to see:

Glass Dining Tables, Glass Cocktail Table, Sofa Tables, End Tables, Glass Counters, and Glass Shelves.  You can also view by design style, such as Contemporary Glass Tables, or other design styles such as Abstract, Borders, Floral, Foliage, Geometric, Oriental, Patterns, Southwest, Traditional, Trees, Tropical and Wildlife motifs.

Glass Top Dining Table, Traditional Style Border

Glass Top Dining Table, Traditional Style Border

Decorative Glass for the Bathroom adds a Custom Flair

December 7th, 2009 by lgannett – Comments (2)

Sans Soucie Art Glass creates a number of etched glass products for the bathroom that will turn ordinary bathroom items into stunning, personalized custom glass works of art!

Custom Vanity Mirror, etched/frosted irregular edges, with an added colored glass pinstripe to the inside.

Custom Vanity Mirror, etched/frosted irregular edges, with an added colored glass pinstripe to the inside.

Shattered Glass Bathroom Vanity made up of Black Mirror, Low Iron Starphire® Clear Glass.  Top edges of backsplash are chiseled irregular.

Shattered Glass Bathroom Vanity made up of Black Mirror, Low Iron Starphire® Clear Glass. Top edges of backsplash are chiseled irregular.

Custom Glass Tub & Shower Partition.  Glass is etched and carved, with painted glass overlay pieces.

Custom Glass Tub & Shower Partition. Glass is etched and carved, with painted glass overlay pieces.

From our tub window glass that feature custom designs that are etched for privacy, to decorative custom mirrors that feature carved and painted borders, patterns and designs that coordinate and compliment the bath decor, and custom glas bath vanity counter tops that are deep etched & carved and edge lit, adding custom glass to your bathroom, will certainly set it apart and create an area you will love to spend time in!

Frameless Glass Shower, etched carved glass overlay pieces and chiseled irregular top edges.

Frameless Glass Shower, etched carved glass overlay pieces and chiseled irregular top edges.

Custom beveled mirror strips, overlay pieces on the mirror border that have been etched, carved and painted in animal print motif.

Custom beveled mirror strips, overlay pieces on the mirror border that have been etched, carved and painted in animal print motif.

Decorative Glass Bath Partition, etched and carved in ocean wave design.

Decorative Glass Bath Partition, etched and carved in ocean wave design.

Custom beveled mirror with etched glass ivy leaves and vines.

Custom beveled mirror with etched glass ivy leaves and vines.

Decorative Glass Shower Etched and Carved with Egret, Bamboo and Lilly Pads & Lotus Flowers.

Decorative Glass Shower Etched and Carved with Egret, Bamboo and Lilly Pads & Lotus Flowers.

Shower in illuminated art, inside a custom etched and carved frameless glass showers and shower doors by Sans Soucie!  There’s no limit to the design possibilities .. we create what YOU want to see!  Each shower is custom designed to suit your tastes and meet your needs!  We create designs from very simple pinstripes, where just a touch of detail is desired, to more decorative designs, like Abstract Glass Patterns or Textures, or even Landscape Scenes that bring the “outside in” .. coordinating with the area your home is located in.

Freestanding glass shower divider panel, etched carved "Shoreline Waves" custom edge.

Freestanding glass shower divider panel, etched carved "Shoreline Waves" custom edge.

Decorative glass window, etched for privacy for tub & shower area.

Decorative glass window, etched for privacy for tub & shower area.

Bath Vanity Glass, Etched & Colored Glass Cherry Blossom Branches & Blossoms.  Glass is lit from beneath.

Bath Vanity Glass, Etched & Colored Glass Cherry Blossom Branches & Blossoms. Glass is lit from beneath.

Decorative etched glass shower enclosure panels, etched and carved with Hibiscus flowers, Ferns and Tropical Leaves.  Background is gluechipped for added obscurity.

Decorative etched glass shower enclosure panels, etched and carved with Hibiscus flowers, Ferns and Tropical Leaves. Background is gluechipped for added obscurity.

A truly stunning and eye catching effect is created with our custom glass counter and vanity glass.  Glass can be edge lit, or simply spot lit from beneath and of course adding color to the carved glass design will really make a statement, and pull from the colors of the surrounding decor items, like tile and wallpaper.  Our transparent colors can be matched to your decor.

Decorative glass tub window, etched carved glass hibiscus flowers, with a butterfly and a gluechipped glass background, for added obscurity.

Decorative glass tub window, etched carved glass hibiscus flowers, with a butterfly and a gluechipped glass background, for added obscurity.

A Shattered Glass Counter is a beautiful custom option, which can be made to fit any size or configuration bath vanity.  Shattered glass is typically 3 layers of 1/4″ thick glass, resulting in counter top that is 3/4″ thick.  The center layer is tempered glass, that when “drilled” through, shatters and creates that gorgeous, multi-facted “diamond like” appearance that sparkles brilliantly!  A fanastic option we suggest is making that bottom layer, a layer of mirror!  Mirror comes in a multitude of different colors, which again would coordinate to any color scheme.  Using the mirror, adds dimension and multiplies that gorgeous “sparkle effect!”

Frameless Glass Shower, etched with Mountain Landscape Scene,

Frameless Glass Shower, etched with Mountain Landscape Scene,

Decorative glass bath vanity top.  Etched, carved and painted glass with a Shoreline Edge on the top surface.

Decorative glass bath vanity top. Etched, carved and painted glass with a Shoreline Edge on the top surface.

Etched Glass Tub Window.  Geometric squares and waves design.

Etched Glass Tub Window. Geometric squares and waves design.

Freestanding shower partitions are another fantastic custom glass item for your bath.  A plain glass partition in and of itself is pretty, but adding one of our Custom Etched, Carved Glass Edges really finishes off the piece, adding a beautiful, custom look.  Sans Soucie creates a number of custom glass edges that we apply not only to shower dividers, but also to frameless, all glass shower enclosures, custom glass shelving and table edges.

Bathroom shelves, glass with chiseled irregular edges, installed over commode.

Bathroom shelves, glass with chiseled irregular edges, installed over commode.

Sans Soucie also creates custom bathroom shelving, great for small areas like over the commode.

Contact Us for any questions your may have or about any custom glass project you are working on and let us help you create that custom work of art glass you’re looking for!   Visit our Custom Designs Gallery to see hundreds of examples of our work, and visit our Pricing Page for dozens of example prices.

Decorative Glass Shower Enclosure.  Carved and etched glass half circles and diaganol bands.  Outside edges are sculpture carved, insides of the shapes are lightly etched, or "misted".

Decorative Glass Shower Enclosure. Carved and etched glass half circles and diaganol bands. Outside edges are sculpture carved, insides of the shapes are lightly etched, or "misted".

Decorative glass window etched for privacy over tub, in Flamingos Landscape scene.

Decorative glass window etched for privacy over tub, in Flamingos Landscape scene.

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Etched Glass Shelves & Shelving with Custom Edges

November 20th, 2009 by lgannett – Comments (0)

Glass Corners Shelves, etched and carved in Sans Soucie's "Moonscape" Texturer

Glass Corners Shelves, etched and carved in Sans Soucie's "Moonscape" Texturer

As with any of our custom glass products, glass shelving of any size, shape, thickness and design can be created for multiple uses, for any area of your home!  From custom glass bar shelves, to glass corner shelves, our etched and carved glass designs add a gorgeous custom look, perfectly suited to compliment your decor.

Etched glass bar top with coordinated glass bar shelves, "Moonscape" Texture

Etched glass bar top with coordinated glass bar shelves, "Moonscape" Texture

Take a look at the “Moonscape Bar Counter & Shelves”.  These glass corner shelves are etched and carved on the underside of the glass, in our “Moonscape” texture,ustom designed to coordinate with the bar top, that is also carved with the Moonscape texture, and features colored glass as well.

etched floating glass bathroom shelf

Even  the simple, “Small Chiseled Shelves” are a beautiful as well as functional addition to this bathroom!  These small glass shelves have a chiseled irregular edge, and are floating above the commode.  They are just the right size,to hold a few decorative items,  off-set from one another for a nice, balanced look.

etched glass wall shelf

Glass Niche Shelves with Iceberg, chiseled edges

Glass Niche Shelves with Iceberg, chiseled edges

Another great example of what can be done in glass, where custom size shelving is needed, are these “Iceberg Edge Shelves” that are installed inside two side niches of an entertainment center.  On these glass shelves, the custom edge is sandblast actually etched and carved on the top surface, for a different effect.  Again, they’re custom fit for inside the niches, floating on top of stainless steel round peg supports and coordinate beautifully with the beautiful art glass pieces and vases set on each.  The custom lighting inside the niches is crucial, highlighting and setting if all off perfectly.

Glass Shelf installed inside niches on either side of an entertainment center.  Glass is etched and carved on the top surface.

Glass Shelf installed inside niches on either side of an entertainment center. Glass is etched and carved on the top surface.