Here at Design Builders, with every project we seek to create unique, custom, high-end outdoor living spaces for our Virginia- or Maryland-based clientele. We don’t specialize in cookie-cutter designs; instead, we focus on one-of-a-kind builds and renovations. (See our portfolio here.) Because we’re in this particular niche, we’re always looking for exciting new design ideas. Maybe that’s using a familiar material in a new way, or perhaps it’s utilizing a material that’s unique in and of itself. Glass is one such exciting material, and today we’re shining a spotlight on Jockimo, a California-based designer and manufacturer of custom decorative architectural glass.

One of the biggest benefits of working with architectural glass is how customizable it is. (In fact, we even did an entire piece about why glass is so compatible with the custom residential design market.) However, for all the possibilities afforded by glass, it’s still a somewhere niche material compared to other building options. That’s why we wanted to highlight some of these lesser-known options you have  for glass customization.

With real estate taking off in Northern Virginia and Maryland right now, more and more homeowners are looking to renovate the houses they already have rather than attempt to jump into this market right now. If you’re looking to transform your Virginia or Maryland home and want to incorporate something a little more out of the box and unique, consider the advantages of designing with architectural glass.

Incorporating architectural glass into the outdoor living space of your Virginia or Maryland home can elevate the entire design. Glass is sleek, modern, and versatile, and when it comes to customization, it’s incredibly compatible. If your glass manufacturer has the technical expertise and experience, the sky is really the limit with this material.

When you think of standard materials for an outdoor living space, what comes to mind? Pressure-treated wood? Vinyl? Stainless steel? Maybe composite decking? While each of these materials is entirely viable for outdoor spaces, one option is often overlooked: glass. If you’re planning a renovation or a new build, here’s how you can incorporate glass into your outdoor oasis.