Fascinating and Fundamental Part 18

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The 7 Most Famous Stained Glass Windows in the World

The 7 Most Famous Stained Glass Windows in the World

Need inspiration before investing in stained glass window panels? Check out this great list of the 7 most famous stained glass windows in the world.

Some of the first known stained glass windows date back as far as 686 AD. They were in Jarrow, England at St. Paul's Monastery. 

Stained-glass windows are most often found in monasteries, cathedrals, and mosques. The windows are intricate works of art used to depict Bible scenes and other stories.

If you're investing in a stained-glass window, find inspiration worldwide.

Check out this list of the 7 most famous stained glass windows from around the world.

1. Sainte-Chapelle in Paris, France

The windows of Sainte-Chapelle in Paris top almost every list of stained-glass windows. The chapel is in the Gothic style and construction began in the 1200s. 

The stained-glass windows are the most famous feature and some of the most beautiful in the world. The windows depict scenes from both the Old and New Testament of the Bible.

The chapel sustained damaged during the French Revolution. But almost two-thirds of the windows are the originals.

2. St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague, Czech Republic

Atop a hill, the Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral towers over Prague. Construction began on the cathedral in 1344. Prague buried many of its greatest rulers here. 

Inside, sun rays shine through the stained glass bathing the pews in colored light.

The reconstruction of the cathedral finished in 1929. In 1931 a new stained-glass window by Mucha was installed in the north nave. 

3. La Sagrada Familia

If you're heading to Barcelona, Spain, La Sagrada Familia is a must-see. The architect, Antoni Gaudi, was a master of Modernista architecture. La Sagrada Familia is a late 19th-century masterpiece. 

The stained-glass windows reflect the modern style and range in shape and color. 

4. Nasir Al-Mulk Mosque in Shiraz, Iran

Nicknamed Pink Mosque and Mosque of Colors because of its beautiful stained-glass windows. The sun's rays shine through the windows and light up the interior in a dazzling array of colors.

They built the mosque in the 1800s. Be sure and visit in the early morning for the full experience of kaleidoscopic color. 

5. Chartres Cathedral 

This beautiful cathedral is southwest of Paris in Chartres, France. The church is a beautiful example of French Gothic architecture.

The flying buttresses allowed for gigantic stained-glass windows. The church features a huge rose stained-glass window. It bathes the interior in deep, rich colors. The stained glass windows in the cathedral are from the 14th century. 

The scenes in the stained-glass windows depict legends of the saints. 

6. Palau de la Musica Catalana Skylight

This stained-glass skylight is a masterpiece in three dimensions. It symbolizes the sun and sky with stained-glass windows in arches. The windows line both sides of the main concert hall.

Shades of gold and blue glass adorn the inverted bell shape that hangs down into the hall.

7. The Chicago Cultural Center Domes

The Preston Bradley Hall features a 38-foot Tiffany glass dome. It's the largest Tiffany glass dome in the world. Artist J.A. Holtzer designed the dome. 

They finished the building in 1897. It the central library for Chicago before becoming the cultural center. 

A Beautiful Stained Glass Window

If you're investing in a beautiful stained-glass window, there's plenty of inspiration. Look around the world at cathedrals, churches, and mosques!

From France to Spain to the United States, stained glass-windows enjoy a long and storied history. 

Looking for more home decoration inspiration? Find more inspiration here. 

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Fascinating and Fundamental Part 17

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Classy Glass: 9 Sophisticated Ways to Decorate with Stained Glass Panels

9 Sophisticated Ways to Decorate with Stained Glass Panels

Stained glass panels add a touch of sophistication to any living space. Class up your home décor with these 9 awesome ideas for decorating with stained glass.

No longer just a feature in old churches, today stained glass panels add a touch of sophistication to any living space. 

Why not add some class to your home décor with these 9 awesome ideas for decorating with stained glass.

1. External Door Panel

Of course, the first place to start with stained glass is the most traditional - your front door. Use your entrance to set the tone of your home, and what's in store.
For security purposes, the stained glass window panels in your front door will likely be fairly small, so bold colors and compact designs work well here.

2. Entrance Panels

Depending on your home, you may have 1, 2 or even 3 glass panels flanking your stained glass front door. Why not upgrade your décor and create a set by changing the plain glass to stained glass instead?

3. Internal Doors

Your internal doors are perfect for stained glass, and give you a whole host of options and color choices depending on the way you use your room. Think about the feel you want your room to have when choosing a stained glass design.

4. Above Internal Doors

The space above an internal door is a highly underrated yet effective way to draw light into a room. Adding panels above your internal doors brighten up a hallway, too, and add a stunning feature piece to your home.

5. Feature Wall

Stained glass panels make for an impressive feature wall in any room. If you have a beautiful garden or outside space, why not design your feature wall to frame that view, so you can enjoy the outdoors whatever the season.

6. Kitchen Windows

The kitchen is the heart of a home, and what better way to add warmth than giving it its own stained glass windows!
Stained glass in a kitchen allows for the colored light to dance along the surface of your kitchen units, and really bring the heart of your home to life.

7. Staircase Window Panel

The staircase in your home and the space it takes up is often fairly uninspiring and a little boring, if we're being honest.
Stained glass won't just add interest, but it'll draw the eye and make coming downstairs a joy, rather than a chore.

8. Stained Glass Ceiling

Another way to add elegance to your home is by installing a stained glass ceiling. The way to do this is to have it in a single-story part of your home, like a conservatory or extension.
A stained glass ceiling provides the beauty of color and light and will provide a wonderful talking point for your guests, too.

9. Shower Screen

Finally, what better way to set off your home than by installing a stained glass shower screen?
The panel won't just be beautiful, but it'll be functional, too, and give you something to admire while performing your daily ablutions.

Stained Glass Panels - Show Off Your Style

Stained glass panels make for a stunning display of elegance in any home. Used effectively, the beauty of stained glass can show off a room or draw the eye outside, all while being functional at the same time.
Any home can utilize the beauty and sophistication that stained glass brings. Why not contact us, and see how we can help you show off your stained glass style at home.

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