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Structural glass floor system in an office

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Laminated Glass Floor Systems – Benefits & Uses

By Mike Foti on March 30, 2012. 2 Comments

Structural glass floor system in an office If you’re looking to create a buzz around the interior design of your building project and want a functional way to move light through various floors (or levels) of a space a laminated glass floor system may be the answer. Learn below the top benefits of... Continue reading

Solid security glass block in gym window sections

The benefits and uses of solid security glass block windows & walls

By Mike Foti on March 24, 2012. Leave a Comment

Solid security glass block in gym window sections Building security, vandalism, glass breakage can be a nightmare for maintenance departments and drive up costs for building owners. A solution to this problem is using solid security glass blocks. Learn below the benefits and common uses for this ... Continue reading

Glass block wall illuminated with Chauvet LED lighting around Jacuzzi tub in a live work space

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Creating a Cool & Relaxing Live Work Space with LED Lighting and Glass Block Walls

By Mike Foti on January 13, 2012. 4 Comments

If you’re looking for a way to make people say wow for an urban live work space check this project out. Glass Block Wall Illuminated with Chauvet LED Lighting around Hot Spring Tub When an owner of a web marketing company contacted Cleveland Glass Block they were looking to create a fun space... Continue reading

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Ranch home sales on the rise in 2012 – Ease of use & universal design are the drivers

By Mike Foti on December 10, 2011. Leave a Comment

Single level ranch homes offer simple floor plans and universal designs In the movie “Field of Dreams” the famous line was if you build it they will come. In the home building industry applying this mantra without an understanding of what the market needs and wants will provide a quick path towards... Continue reading

Before - St Agatha Church Gymnasium Windows

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Project Spotlight: St. Agatha Church Improves Safety & Looks While Reducing Energy Costs with Glass Block Windows– Columbus Ohio

By Mike Foti on November 16, 2011. Leave a Comment

Before - St Agatha Church Gymnasium Windows broken and cracked blocks The problem: St. Agatha Church in Columbus Ohio had a legitimate concern about the functionality and safety of deteriorated old glass block windows in several second story windows surrounding their gymnasium. Some of these challenges... Continue reading

Glass block wall design with Italian inspired designs

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Using Italian Design Inspired Glass Blocks to Create Extraordinary Wall Window or Shower Projects

By Mike Foti on November 11, 2011. 3 Comments

Glass block wall design with Italian inspired designs Exterior fluted glass block wall design If you look at design trends in floor or wall tiles you need to first look to the European markets (and Italy in particular) for inspiration. In the glass block wall industry the drivers of style,... Continue reading

Sam Adams Brewery Factory Windows Before Installation

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Sam Adams Brewery Reduces Energy Costs in Hard to Reach Industrial Factory Windows – Cincinnati Ohio

By Mike Foti on April 3, 2011. 2 Comments

Sam Adams Brewery Factory Windows Before Installation Sam Adams Industrial Glass Block Windows with Aluminum Channels The problem: Sam Adams Brewery had old rusted metal framed factory windows the size of several large garage doors which were 50 feet off the ground. These windows were single... Continue reading

Serpentinve glass block walls ready for shipment

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Project Spotlight: Serpentine S Shaped Glass Block Shower Wall and Base Design

By Mike Foti on March 18, 2011. 9 Comments

Serpentine glass block walls using vinyl stack spacer system ready for shipment Serpentine glass walls set on custom ready for tile shower base Ah, the beauty, style and sophistication of a serpentine wall – stunning, dramatic, an architectural masterpiece. If you’ve seen the brick serpentine... Continue reading

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5 Tips to Design a Cool Curved Glass Block Shower and Partition Wall

By Mike Foti on February 12, 2011. 3 Comments

Curved glass block shower enclosure wall Blue colored glass block kitchen bar Why have a generic space when you can make it cool? Most people assume a curved shower or partition wall is way beyond their budget – and if you’re looking at a curved, bent and tempered glass wall you’re probably... Continue reading

Accessible shower with a bench seat and roll under sinks

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7 Accessible Bathroom Home Modification Ideas to Add Safety, Style and Function

By Mike Foti on January 30, 2011. 6 Comments

Accessible shower with a bench seat and roll under sinks For an aging parent or someone with special needs an existing bathroom can be a dangerous place – slippery floors, low toilets, bathtub rails and shower curbs to step over, narrow doorways and hard to reach light switches are all obstacles... Continue reading

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