Stained Glass Entryway Ideas for Denver Homes

Quick answer: A stained glass entryway combines a door insert, sidelights and a transom into one custom design that brightens the foyer and adds privacy at the front door. The Glass Master, Steve Downing's studio in Thornton, CO, designs entry glass for homes across the Denver metro, including conversions of the door you already have. Call (303) 457-1886 to talk about your entry.

The Three Parts of a Stained Glass Entryway

The Door Insert

The door glass is the centerpiece. If your door is solid, a door conversion can add a decorative insert to it, typically installed in just over an hour.

Sidelights

The narrow windows beside the door bring in light. Entry door sidelights and transom glass are where privacy matters most, since they face the porch.

The Transom

The window above the door frames the whole entry and catches light high up.

Stained Glass Entryway Ideas

Classic Clear Beveled

Clear beveled glass sparkles in the sun and suits almost any home style.

Color Accents

A clear or textured field with a colored border or a few jewels adds personality without darkening the foyer.

Floral and Nature Designs

Steve's copper foil and leaded technique lets florals and landscapes look almost painted.

Modern and Geometric

Clean lines and textured clear glass suit contemporary entries.

Wrought Iron Inserts

Glass paired with wrought iron gives a bold, architectural look.

Planning the Whole Entry

These front entry glass ideas work best when you plan them together:

• Start with what you have. Note which openings exist and what condition the glass is in.
• Think about privacy levels. Sidelights may need more texture than a high transom.
• Coordinate, don't copy. The pieces should feel related, not identical.
• Go a little bigger where you can; glass often looks smaller once installed.

Every design is built around you. Steve works with each homeowner on the design, so the entry reflects your home rather than a catalog.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add stained glass to my existing front door?

Yes. A door conversion adds a decorative insert to your existing door for a fraction of the cost of a new decorative glass front door.

Do my sidelights and door glass have to match?

No. They should coordinate, but many of the best entries use related designs rather than identical ones.

Will a stained glass entry make my foyer darker?

Not if it's designed for light. Clear, beveled and textured glass keep the entry bright while adding privacy.

Design Your Entry

About The Glass Master: The Glass Master is a custom stained glass studio owned by Steve Downing in Thornton, Colorado, serving Denver and the north metro, including Westminster, Northglenn, Broomfield, Arvada and Brighton. Phone: (303) 457-1886.

Call Steve at (303) 457-1886, 7am to 5pm daily, or send a message. Browse the doors gallery and sidelights gallery for ideas.