Glass Block Archives - Page 10 of 26 - Innovate Building Solutions Blog

Modern and Contemporary glass block shower design with clear and frosted blocks

Modern glass block shower system introduced at Columbus Home & Garden Show

By Mike Foti on February 20, 2015. Leave a Comment

Even a classically timeless material like glass blocks can need an update to stay fresh with today’s building styles. The trend now is for bathrooms to be designed with sleek and clean lines and the new “Contempo” glass block shower line from Innovate Building Solutions is targeted to leverage... Continue reading

7 aging in place strategies roll in shower

Accessible Aging in Place Remodeling Bathroom Remodeling Glass Block Glass Block Shower Shower Pan and Bases

7 Master Bathroom Strategies for Aging in Place or an Aging Parent

By Mike Foti on February 14, 2015. 2 Comments

Gabi Karpowicz was faced with a challenge – how to redesign her master bathroom (located in the Hilliard suburb of ColumbusOhio) to add style, make it easier to safely care for her mother in law and increase the total functionality of the space. Learn below how Gabi and her husband Joe (along... Continue reading

Glass Block

Got a problem area? Glass blocks may provide a unique solution

By Mike Foti on January 28, 2015. Leave a Comment

Glass blocks are a trendy way to add an eye-catching addition to any space in the home. They’re sleek, contemporary, sturdy, versatile, and best of all, low maintenance. Glass blocks come in a variety of sizes, shapes, patterns, and colors and allow privacy while letting in light. Here are four ways... Continue reading

How to finish the end or the top of a glass block shower wall | Innovate Building Solutions

Bathroom Remodeling Glass Block Glass Block Shower

How to Finish the End or Top of a Glass Block Shower

By Mike Foti on January 1, 2015. 8 Comments

Updated March 9, 2019 The question has come up repeatedly – what’s the best way to finish the end and top of my glass block shower wall? The answer – like many things in life is it depends. You may be saying right now, Mike what the H-E-double hockey sticks does it depend on? Well it... Continue reading

Bathroom Remodeling Glass Block

Using Contemporary and Classic Lines & Patterns in a Luxury Bath Remodel

By Mike Foti on December 13, 2014. Leave a Comment

Can the use of lines and patterns really make a master bathroom special? The answer is unequivocally yes if you check out the inspired bath design from owners Ray Ellwood and John Looney of Lancaster Ohio. Learn more below how Ray and John (with the installation expertise of their contractor Matt... Continue reading

Bathroom Remodeling Glass Block

Choosing a solid surface shower base, walls and glass blocks for durability and style

By Mike Foti on December 5, 2014. Leave a Comment

In many basement level showers owners will simply place ceramic tiles directly over a pre-sloped concrete floor – but what do you do if the floor cracks and water spills out into the other finished parts of the basement? Such was the challenge facing one of the customer’s of our Cleveland Design... Continue reading

Bathroom Remodeling Glass Block

How to turn a phone booth sized shower into a distinctive walk in enclosure

By Mike Foti on November 26, 2014. Leave a Comment

The words “cramped” and “shower” are frequently synonymous! This was certainly the case for Ellie Hinseth of Rapid CitySouth Dakota. As Ellie said, “Getting into the old fiberglass 3’ x 3’ shower stall was a pain – it basically felt like being in a phone booth!” In the article below learn how Ellie... Continue reading

Master bathroom remodel with glass block shower and bright glass tile shower wall

Bathroom Remodeling Glass Block

7 Techniques to Brighten Up a Master Bathroom

By Mike Foti on November 22, 2014. Leave a Comment

Do you suffer with a dark, uninspired 1980’s looking master bathroom which does not reflect the beauty and potential of your home and it’s surroundings? Such was the case for Ray Ellwood and John Looney with the master bath in their peaceful and rural home in Lancaster Ohio. As Ray said, “The old... Continue reading

Bathroom Remodeling Glass Block Windows

5 Quick Tips for Freshening Up Your Small Bathroom

By Mike Foti on November 18, 2014. Leave a Comment

Feeling cramped as you walk in to your petite-sized bathroom? Whether it’s an issue of overcrowding in the small space or you just aren’t sure how to make it more functional and aesthetically appealing, Innovate Building Solutions has some tips that can help! Continue reading

Barrier free bathroom at universal design home

Bathroom Remodeling Glass Block

Inspiring lives through universal and accessible design education – the Universal Design Living Laboratory

By Mike Foti on November 15, 2014. 2 Comments

Rosemarie Rossetti and Mark Leder at the Universal Design Living Laboratory If you have a loved one, friend or family member who is unable to fully enjoy and use their home as a result of a physical or mental challenge you know how frustrating it can be for them. For someone using a wheelchair, walker... Continue reading

Category: Glass Block