Some images behind the design and production process of  large stained and leaded glass oval dome

The clients asked us to create an oval simple dome. Well... the dome 9 W by 13 L by 4 H feet cannot be simple starting from definition. That is one of the most technically intricate projects.

We designed the frame in 2 parts, so we could bring it into the house. The frame was reassembled with TIG welding directly in the opening. The oval elements of the frame were cut with our water jet machine to match the opening oval shape. I designed a whole dome in 3D with Auto CAD. This helped us to cut all frame rays perfectly. Every single piece of glass was drawn in 3D and cut with our waterjet machine precisely to match constantly changing oval dome shape. We also used water jet to cut parts of the mold to create perfect shape of the dome surface.

After frame was complete and glass cut we did all assembling and soldering directly in the metal frame. Thousands of glass peaces and lead parts were assembled into one single structure - large leaded glass oval dome. Despite our clients' wish to have simple dome I offered them some intricate details of classic style acanthus in the center with pale colored jewels and crystal beveled glass. With Eugene's experience installation went smoothly and the dome was installed

Operating a water jet machine is fun

Assembling the dome demands incredible patience

Leaded glass still life. Glass is beautiful in any condition

Curved leaded glass panels assembling and soldering

Large dome installation in progress

Since angle of every glass pane changes - the appearance of every glass peace differs as well. That enriches the appearance of a whole glass dome

Eugene is balancing on the edge of a leader to finish the peace

Our portfolio is updated today with small skylight bathroom project. Water jet cutting of steel frame and glass interlayer, extra large clear and iridised crystal jewels

I just symply could not pass by this article about incredible design and technology application for art projects . These peaces were done with a water jet machine!!!!

I am in love with new technologies such as water jet cutting that allows us to complete our work on the level that is beyond the average. We own and operate our own water jet machine that is set up to deal with fragile materials such as glass and marble