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Etched Glass Green Sea Turtle

Ocean themes make for a beautiful backdrop in any setting

Etched Glass Mountain Scene Backsplash

A breathtaking Three Sisters Peaks etched glass masterpiece

Cast Glass Wave Wall in Hawaii

Large scale projects create a big impression

Bamboo Glass Divider

Cast glass bamboo wall divider for a California casino

Dramatic Photo Etching

Black glass photo etching for Soboba Casino Resort

Etched Glass Shower Enclosure

Offering a sense of privacy and creating soft, refracted light

Etched Glass Backsplash

Etched and deep carved glass backsplash in Laguna Niguel

Cast Glass Ocean Wave Gate

Providing privacy with an eye catching design element

Japanese Sakura Tree Sculpture

Water Jet Cut Metal Sculpture by Art Glass and Metal Studio

Cast & Etched Glass Countertop

Gorgeous example of cast glass with etched glass details

Cast Glass Gate in Laguna Beach

A custom glass entryway offers beauty and privacy for exterior use

Glass Brightens Up Kitchens

From countertops and islands to backsplashes, glass does it all with flair

Cast Glass Blue Bubbles & Sea

Beautiful ocean themed privacy glass for entryways and bathrooms

Kern County War Memorial

We have designed and built many large scale outdoor projects

Cast Glass Reef Fish Wall Art

Decorative ocean scenes make excellent use of the glass casting process

Custom Glass Countertops

Lots of color and/or use of backlighting can transform any space

Beauty and Privacy

Create an atmosphere of privacy without blocking ambient light

Etched Glass Wall Divider

Bring the beauty of nature indoors with custom glass panels

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Custom cast glass designs by Jay Hoyt Curtis

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Custom etched glass designs by Jay Hoyt Curtis

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Custom stained glass designs by Jay Hoyt Curtis

Etched and Cast Glass Gate Panel with Sea Turtle and Ocean Kelp Design for Laguna Beach Home

This unique sea turtle and ocean kelp design was achieved with cast glass that was then etched

The people of coastal Orange County - including Laguna Beach - generally have a deep appreciation of the ocean and all of its inhabitants. Throughout my career as a glass artist I have designed and created many unique and functional works of architectural art that tap into this sentiment, and this cast and etched glass gate panel is a one such example.
Etched Glass Backsplash with Sea Turtle and Kelp Design for Laguna Niguel Home

An Etched Glass Backsplash with a Tranquil Aquatic Scene

I was commissioned to design and create this etched and deep carved glass backsplash for installation in a residence in the coastal Orange County city of Laguna Niguel. The glass backsplash is 10 feet long by 3 feet high and is 1/2” thick tempered glass for code and safety.

Professional Affiliations and Acknowledgments

Jay's artworks have been showcased in leading home and design publications, and he is proud to have been awarded jobs by such prestigious clients as the Theodore Geisel estate (aka "Dr. Suess") and the San Diego International Airport.

Additionally, Jay is a proud member of the Art Glass Association of California and the High Desert Design Council.

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Why Choose Art Glass and Metal for Your Custom Glass Project?

Jay Curtis of Art Glass and Metal is an acclaimed artist, designer and manufacturer of specialty architectural glass, abstract art glass, and decorative glass products. Based in Carlsbad, California, in north San Diego county, Jay works in conjunction with architects, design professionals, stained glass suppliers, and glass installers to create custom glass kitchen counters, bars, countertops, islands, baths, shower enclosures, doors, flooring, glass and metal gates, stairs and stairwell treads, tabletops and decorative windows.

Jay's amazing glass creations can be found in some of southern California's most beautiful locations, including Coronado, Point Loma, La Jolla, Del Mar, Encinitas, Cardiff, Leucadia, Carlsbad, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, and Palm Desert, to name but a few.

Individuals and design firms involved in home improvement, home decorating or home remodeling continually seek out his custom art glass. He has worked with innumberable satisfied clients, architectural firms, home decorators, and design enthusiasts who design and build custom homes, retail spaces, and commercial spaces.

Over the last 100 years or so glass casting, glass etching, slumping, and metal working have gained the lion’s share of a market that was historically dominated by stained glass when it comes to decorative glass design. Jay is highly skilled in all of these facets of glass manufacturing, and his ability to incorporate expert metal working into his designs really sets him apart.

Whether you are an interior designer, interior decorator, general contractor, home builder, or architect, if you are looking for an art glass manufacturer who can create a stunning custom designed glass kitchen counter top, an etched or cast glass bathroom enclosure, an artistic shower stall, specialty glass shower doors, an exterior glass and metal gate, a colorful backlit glass backsplash, or any other custom architectural glass products including iron art glass designs and etched glass art, please don’t hesitate to contact the studio to discuss your personal project.