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		Making The Right Impression July 2010 With unwavering dedication to the art of kiln-cast glass, Nathan Allan Glass Studios remains steadfast in pushing past common boundaries in our industry. Our pattterns and colors enhance a space without bowing to artificially embedded elements or environmentally harmful components, all 100% made in North America. Read Architectural Product Magazine's June editorial on Duotone and the project focus on ResMed by ID Studios. (Read more)

		Waterjets in the Windy City June 2010 Big applause to Chicagoans for being gracious hosts to visitors of NeoCon 2010. Chicago’s skyline is not only evidence of the wondrous pioneering efforts of architects and designers, but is also a captivating backdrop for diners at Chicago’s Own Restaurant. (Read more)

		Hospitality Design Expo & Conference May 2010 You don't need to read between the lines to see why our glass is chosen by architects and designers to make a bold statement. We'll make it even easier to see by showcasing Duotone and other new products in large panels at the Hospitality Design Expo. (Read more)

		Introducing Atmospheres April 2010 Defy Atmospheric Pressure Raise a glass to orbs that elude gravity. Dynamic shapes are attached to one side of clear or textured sheets of glass, adding a new definition of "pop". Six new shapes have been added to the Sphere Series of the Josiah J Collection. (Read more)

		Introducing Duotone March 2010 Mix two colors and savor how they mingle. Our deep textures allow color finishes to coat the depths on either side of the grooves. They blend in the middle, creating a vibrant combination of Duotones. Duotones are most dramatic with deeper textures. (Read more)

		Showcasing ResMed February 2010 For the designers at ID Studios, cast glass is like putty in their hands. Their goal of creating functional and dynamic design is effortlessly achieved in the head office of ResMed, San Diego. (Read more)

		Introducing Colorful Additions January 2010 4 new vibrant hues have been added to our standard palette of Lucent Colors.

		Showcasing Eastside Cannery December 2009 The designers at Yates-Silverman Architects chose Crystal Series to clad columns in the ONE SIX LOUNGE of Eastside Cannery Casino & Hotel.Crystal Series was continued in the bar façade, mixed with Clear Spheres resulting in an exuberant bar rivaling the energy of the city. (Read more)

		Showcasing Suspended Glass Bridge November 2009 This suspended glass bridge is a focal point of effortless buoyancy. Working closely with HLW International, these structurally engineered, elevated flooring panels were designed for maximum safety and durability in this high traffic work space. (Read more)

		Showcasing Healthcare Facilities October 2009 Gresham Smith and Partners chose Crystal Series for the chapel and reception desk of Florida Hospital Altamonte. A whimsical wall of varying glass textures buffer the children’s play area from the hallway in the Dell Children’s Medical Center, which earned LEED Platinum Certification. (Read more)

		Showcasing Bridgepoint September 2009 Nathan Allan’s luxurious “Willow” pattern, from our high-end Freeform Series, is showcased in the feature conference room of the Bridgepoint project. The Willow pattern provides a spectacular decorative visual display, creating a high-end, quality feeling for this space. Useable in a frameless application, only hinge notches and handle holes were required for the mounting hardware. Certainly, the client received a “one of a kind”, unique product. As the glass surface is sealed and non-porous, only minimal cleaning will ever be required. (Read more)

		Lighting Design August 2009 Using glass as an effective lighting cover can be a difficult and frustrating experience. Hot spots from the lighting source may be evident, creating shadow lines and a very uneven glow. Frosting the glass will work to a minimum extent, but not provide the proper desired finish. (Read more)

		Shangri-La July 2009 CHIL designers comment how perfect our Freeform Maze pattern complimented other materials in this fine dining restaurant at the Shangri-La Hotel. Using 3/8” thick clear tempered glass, multiple panels are attached to the ceiling to form an overhead lighting canopy. A matching divider panel provides privacy behind the hostess podium. (Read more)

		Building in Dubai June 2009 Announcing a new sales office in Dubai, which will be run by our local sales manager, Bahir Keldany. Bahir has already been instrumental in following specifications by North American architects and designers in this region, ensuring specs are held and our product is selected. Bahir is fluent in 6 languages and easily navigates his way through each project, whether in Dubai or surrounding countries. (Read more)

		Showcasing Club H Fitness May 2009 A stunning crystallized wall of watery, flowing, authentic glass surrounds this staircase, providing a feeling of luxurious elegance for the patrons entering the facility. The back surface of the partition wall is covered with a subtle, soft, white opacity color finish. The pleated surface of the Serpentine A pattern simulates the drapery surface of a typical wall covering. (Read more)

		Showcasing Snoqualmie Casino Apr 2009 This 26’0 oval bartop is clad using our Wave pattern with 3/4” Low Iron glass and a Gemstone Red color finish on the bottom surface. The Wave pattern lines up perfectly from panel to panel, creating an even flow throughout the surface. Low Iron glass allows for a true representation of the Gemstone Red. (Read more)

		Introducing Crackle Mar 2009 When French luxury jeweler Mauboussin approached Rockwell Group to design its new store, the prestigious design firm selected Nathan Allan Glass Studios Inc. to create a unique architectural décor element. (Read more)

		Showcasing US Courthouse, TX Dec 2008 With Christmas being a colorful time of the year, it brings me back to decorating trees as a young boy, and hanging my favorite color of lights on the tree — Cobalt Blue! So in wishing you a blessed and prosperous 2009, we also send your way a recent feature wall installed at the Plano Courthouse, decked out in Crystal Cobalt Blue glass. (more)

		Agua Caliente Lobby, VIP Desk, and Café Nov 2008 Aqua Caliente features two innovative glass products in large scale format. Crystal Series in Bent Tempered glass and Freeform Series Willow pattern, are produced in panel sizes up to 7’0 x 11’0. Each glass installation is overwhelming, attractive, and instantly becomes a focal point for the viewing and dining public. As our cast glass and Freeform Series products are virtually maintenance free and do not diminish or age, these panels will continue to look new and vibrant for decades. (more)

		Simon Restaurant and Lounge Oct 2008 Partnering with the prestigious design group, “Rockwell Design” of NYC, Nathan Allan created a new glass medium, “Stax Glass”, introduced at the Palms Hotel in Las Vegas, July 2008. Glass panels were formed in 3’0 x 3’0 squares, with a rippled front contour, and an Amber color finish applied to the back texture of the panels. To highlight both color and texture, mirrored panels were added to help enhance the overall appearance and to reflect the light source. Multiple panels were seamed together to form continuous runs up to 30’0 long. (more)

		Showcasing Bridgeview Condominium Lobby Sept 2008 Gemstone Cobalt Blue glass panels are pinned to a back wall surface, using a spider clamp attachment system. The Gemstone glass is 3/8” thick, safety tempered, and incorporates our Freeform Series Willow pattern. The iridescent sparkle is revealed with front lighting, while the semi-opacity component of the color finish helps hide an unsightly back wall. The front lighting feature of this glass allowed for an inexpensive and effective lighting system, whereas back lighting would have been difficult and costly. (more)

		Introducing Post Laminated Polishing June 2008 Our long awaited premium glass tread super polished edge treatment, “PLP” or Post Laminated Polished edges, are now available as a deluxe option to our stunning Glass Tread series, on both of our 2 layered and 3 layered options. PLP reduces the lamination line to the point where it is almost invisible when walking up a glass staircase. As well, the finished glass edge carries an extra shimmer and shine, which helps provide a near seamless appearance. Ideal for your most discerning clients! (more)

		Introducing Stax May 2008 Named after the way each piece is stacked then fused together, Stax Series offers another ingenious way to create exterior feature walls over very large surfaces. (more)

		Introducing Gemstone Silver and Gold April 2008 New Gemstone colors, Silver and Gold, are being added to our standard inventory for this spring. As shown, applied to our Freeform “Willow” pattern, the iridescent color sparkle is clearly evident within the color finish. Gemstone colors look brilliant on any Freeform pattern or Linear-type pattern from our designer Textures selection. (more)

		Introducing Glass Flooring Feb 2008 6 new metallic colors with Sandstone Texture have been forged to offer a new Flooring product, complete with our signature Glass Sandpaper safety finish. (more)

		Introducing Fusion Jan 2008 14 brilliant colors incorporating iridescent Dichroic Glass with Clear or Low Iron options. (more)

		Spiraling Spheres of Denver News Agency Dec 2007 A swirling pattern made of Sphere Glass is designed by Newman Cavender & Doane to offer privacy and weightless division. (more)

		ID Magazine BoY Awards and Editorial Oct 2007 The current issue of ID Magazine covers "Holt Renfrew's Luxe Look: Janson Goldstein brings global style to Vancouver". Thank you for voting on Interior Design’s Best of Year Awards. We are proud to have Convex Glass be a finalist of Architectural & Building Products. Convex was produced with Janson Goldstein, who is also a finalist of Best Retail & Fashion for Holt Renfrew.

		Hayden Ferry Lakeside Sept 2007 Hayden Ferry Lakeside is an award winning 17-acre waterfront residential and office development in downtown Tempe, Arizona. Partnering with DFD and Suncor, this is one of the largest projects Nathan Allan has been involved with this year. (more)

		Glass Pillows at Holt Renfrew Aug 2007 Nathan Allan Glass Studios designed Convex glass in partnership with Janson Goldstein and Front Inc of NYC. We are proud of the recent unveiling of the impressive renovations at Holt Renfrew, Vancouver, BC. Approximately 7,000 sq ft of decorative glass was used – one of our largest and certainly most prestigious projects.(more)

		Glass Tunnel, AIA 2007 May 2007 Exhibiting at the AIA Convention in San Antonio, May 3-5, 2007, was a great success for Nathan Allan Glass Studios Inc. Our unique Glass Tunnel display of Convex Walls with Colored Floor Panels, turned many heads and produced endless comments. Most attendees who visited our booth, could not believe that the Convex Glass was actually real glass. (more)

		Gemstone Feb 2007 Gemstone colors are a mixture of Nathan Allan Clear Finish Colors with pearlescent frosting. Ideal for applications where back lighting is difficult, the pearlescent sheen is best achieved with front lighting. (more)

		Fendi Dec 2006 Winner of ID Magazine's Best of Year Award This elaborate Cast Glass Tunnel was designed by Peter Marino Architects in NYC, using Nathan Allan’s unique Crystal Cognac Glass. (more)

		Treads in Red Nov 2006 The glass treads for this project are engineered specifically for the project, and carry our unique Glass Sandpaper safety treatment on the walking surface. Glass Sandpaper has been laboratory tested for co-efficiency of friction, and extremely high test results were produced for both wet and dry conditions. (Download PDF)

		Crop Circles Sighted Oct 2006 Read more about the new landings at Metropolis + Elevated Glass Floor Panels + 2 Layers of Cast Tempered Glass + exclusive "Glass Sandpaper" safety finish on walking surface + Linear cast texture with various color finishes on bottom panel + Project is Job Specific Engineered (Download PDF)

		6 New Textures Sept 2006 Nathan Allan has just added 6 new textures to our standard inventory, increasing our selection to 54 textures. This is by far the largest and most varied selection of patterns available anywhere! Nathan Allan Cast Glass Artists are constantly creating new products and patterns, so watch closely for the next set of original designs. (Download PDF)

		Europe Embraces Nathan Allan Aug 2006 With the amazing success of our "Crystal Series Cognac" glass tunnel in Rome, Italy, Nathan Allan's products have been in high demand throughout Europe. Our latest venture is with "Material Connection". MC is a resource library of "High End Only" products, distributing through out all the European countries. After working on the Fendi project (architect: Peter Marino, NYC) in Rome, interest has been forthcoming from corporations such as Louis Vuiitton, architects such as Cesar Pelli, and from COO's of some professional sports clubs. (Download PDF)

		Hyatt Classic in Palo Alto, CA (bent, tempered, cast glass) Restrictions in the combined processes of casting, bending, tempering have limited companies to exclude any type of bent cast glass for potential projects. In 2005, Nathan Allan developed a system of technical parameters that allows for the successful production of bent and cast tempered glass. (Download PDF)