12. Stained Glass Geometric Transom Windows
Introduction
Art Deco stained glass moves away from heavy floral church designs toward bold, geometric abstract compositions. Installing stained glass transom windows above interior doors introduces colored, faceted light.
What This Idea Means
This design explores stained glass modernism, color filtering, and privacy screening. It transforms mundane daylight into glowing, jewel-toned artistic illumination.
How to Make It
- Design and Sizing: Measure your upper transom window openings and draft a geometric Art Deco pattern using zigzags, chevrons, and stepped sunbursts.
- Glass Fabrication: Cut colored art glass panes in amber, emerald, cobalt, and frosted white, joining them with traditional lead came or copper foil solder.
- Installation: Secure the completed stained glass panels into the window frame using glazing points and structural silicone sealant.
- Enjoying the Light: Watch as afternoon sunlight casts colorful geometric shadows across your floors and walls.
Tips and Variations
- Tip: If replacing permanent windows isn’t an option, hang removable faux stained-glass glass films printed with geometric Art Deco patterns.
- Variation: Use textured reeded art glass combined with simple brass came lines for a subtle, neutral geometric transom window.
Needs to Make That Thing
- Custom geometric Art Deco stained glass panels
- Traditional lead came or copper foil and solder
- Silicone glazing sealant and putty knife
- Safety glasses and glass cutter