Business Details
Custom Stained Glass Art Toronto
Art Zone has been creating innovative glass artworks for over three decades. Founded by sisters Jane and Kathryn Irwin, our Toronto-based studio specializes in designing custom stained glass, fused glass, and slumped glass installations for worship spaces, schools, healthcare facilities, and private residences. Our approach blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics, emphasizing the interplay of light and texture to transform environments. Each project begins with a collaborative consultation to understand the client's vision, followed by meticulous design development and fabrication using hand-made sheet glass, acid-etching, painting, and leaded techniques.We prioritize client satisfaction through transparent communication, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering timeless, light-infused art that resonates with its surroundings. Our portfolio showcases diverse applications, from meditative healing spaces to vibrant public installations, reflecting our dedication to pushing creative boundaries while honoring functional requirements. With decades of collective experience, we bring technical expertise and artistic vision to every commission, ensuring each piece aligns with the client's architectural context and emotional intent.
Services
Stained Glass Art
Fused Glass Installations
Custom Glass Design
Worship Space Windows
Public Art Commissions
Residential Glass Art
Healing Space Glasswork
School Art Installations
Commercial Lobby Art
Glass Sculptures
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in custom glass artistry.
- Our designs combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovation.
- We specialize in creating site-specific installations for diverse environments.
- Our portfolio includes award-winning public and private commissions.
- We provide end-to-end project management from concept to installation.
Services
Stained Glass Art
Custom stained glass windows for worship spaces and public buildings using traditional leaded techniques. Our process incorporates hand-made sheet glass, acid-etching, and painting to create designs that interact dynamically with natural light. Each installation transforms architectural spaces through color, pattern, and symbolic storytelling.
Fused Glass Installations
Contemporary fused glass artworks for residential and commercial environments. We combine kiln-fired glass pieces with slumping techniques to produce dimensional panels, sculptures, and feature walls. Our designs emphasize texture, light refraction, and abstract forms that adapt to modern architectural contexts while maintaining artisanal craftsmanship.
Healing Space Glasswork
Specialized glass installations for healthcare facilities and meditation spaces. Our designs use soft color gradients, organic shapes, and diffused light patterns to create calming environments. Techniques include sandblasting for privacy, backlit panels for ambient illumination, and nature-inspired motifs that promote emotional well-being in clinical and contemplative settings.
Public Art Commissions
Large-scale glass artworks for municipal spaces, schools, and cultural institutions. We develop conceptually rich installations through collaborative design processes, often incorporating historical references or environmental themes. Our public art integrates technical innovation with community identity, creating enduring visual landmarks that engage diverse audiences.
Residential Glass Design
Custom glass solutions for private residences, including windows, doors, and decorative panels. We work closely with homeowners to create personalized designs that balance privacy and light transmission. Our residential projects range from modern reinterpretations of traditional stained glass to avant-garde installations that serve as architectural focal points in contemporary living spaces.
People
Jane Irwin
Co-Founder
Jane Irwin co-founded Art Zone with her sister Kathryn over 30 years ago. She specializes in conceptual development and historical research for stained glass commissions, bringing technical expertise in traditional glassworking methods while innovating contemporary applications for modern architectural contexts.
Kathryn Irwin
Co-Founder
Kathryn Irwin collaborates with Jane to create site-specific glass artworks. Her strengths lie in material experimentation and spatial design, particularly in fused and slumped glass techniques. Together with Jane, she has developed the studio's signature approach to integrating light dynamics with architectural functionality across diverse commission types.
Questions
What types of glass art do you specialize in?
We create stained glass, fused glass, and slumped glass installations for worship spaces, schools, healthcare facilities, and private residences using traditional and contemporary techniques.
Can you create custom designs for residential spaces?
Yes, we design site-specific glass art for homes including windows, doors, and decorative panels that balance privacy, light transmission, and aesthetic expression tailored to the homeowner's vision.
Do you accept public art commissions?
We actively pursue public art opportunities and have experience with competitive submissions. Our portfolio includes award-winning installations for schools, healthcare centers, and municipal spaces.
How long does a typical glass commission take?
Project timelines vary by complexity but typically range from 6-12 months, including design development, fabrication, and installation phases for custom glass artworks.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Toronto, we work on commissions across Canada including Montreal, Prince Edward Island, and Ontario locations, with previous projects in both urban and rural settings.
