The Battle Creek Tabernacle stands as a living testament to the enduring power of faith and history. Over the years, the church has evolved from humble wooden structures to its present, more modern building. In 2023, the congregation embarked on a transformative journey to celebrate its storied past while enhancing...
Stained glass isn't just common in churches here -- it's actually a popular feature of many historical buildings. This is because, during the early 20th century, everything from stained glass signs in restaurants to stained glass transom windows in banks were fashionable architectural features. Furthermore, most stained glass windows from this...
Stained glass is not commonly regarded as a modern phenomenon. When people hear the term "stained glass," they often imagine ancient churches or historic homes such as those in Austin's neighborhood. Despite this, there is currently a resurgence of interest in the stained-glass craft, and you can see evidence of...
With many of us spending more time at home, it can be easy to start planning different projects you'd like to tackle once quarantine is over. Getting your creative juices flowing is a great way to pass the time during self-isolation. Creating your own custom stained glass window for your...
Art can have a powerful impact on people whether it's in the residential, commercial, or religious setting. For property owners looking for a highly versatile medium that can offer permanent art in their properties, stained glass is the perfect option. There are so many benefits that stained glass art can...
When your guests come to stay at your hotel, they expect to be amazed. They show up tired and weary after a long day of traveling. And the last thing they want to see is accommodations that look run down, beaten-up, or badly neglected. Instead, start things off on the right...
Did you know that there are actually 20 different types of stained glass? Stained glass is such a diverse medium that can vary in terms of style, design, and color. When you're looking into creating your own custom stained glass, it can be so helpful to know the different options...
Altar'd State is a specialty, faith-based retail shop that has over 100 locations throughout the United States. With an incredible selection of clothing and accessories, they have an inspiring vision for the retail buyer experience. In order to achieve its mission for differentiating their retail environment, Altar'd State has employed...
Stained glass enthusiasts and art lovers often journey to Europe to find beautiful examples of historic stained glass. Since Europe is the birthplace for stained glass, some of the oldest, existing stained glass is still located there. These historic examples are often housed throughout churches and other houses of worship....
We speak often about stained glass restoration here at Stained Glass Austin because it is a very timely topic for almost any church over the age of about 80 years that has stained glass windows. But the truth is we also do a lot of custom stained glass for our...
