Cover Glass USA Blog

Working from home is often the dream. An elusive goal to be thought about while sitting on the train or stuck in traffic amidst a sea of brake lights. But, if the opportunity presented itself, would you be ready?

It seems that our ancestors were making use of glass for ages, probably even as hunter-gatherers. Historians inform us that a natural form of glass called obsidian forms in the mouth of a volcano. It is the result of the intense heat of an eruption of melting sand.

Being able to decorate your home to give off that “homey” vibe is not a matter of the size of your home. Decorating your home to give off a certain vibe is all about creativity, and the function that the room is going to be used for. 

The planet is so versatile and has so many beautiful qualities that we can all appreciate, that it’s only natural for some of us to try and emulate that detail in the design of our home. 

If you have a big renovation project coming up, you may have considered hiring an architect, a designer or a contractor. But, are you sure you know which one you need? As a matter of fact, a lot of their skills and services can overlap with one another.

People, now more than ever, are flocking to urban areas in the hopes of finding new job opportunities and more exciting lifestyles. And though you may be looking to move to a big city, chances are that you will not be moving into a very large living area.

Those gorgeous hot summer days are beginning to roll through Southern California, and we all want to make the most of them, be it indoors or outdoors. We need to keep our cool when the sun starts shining and our body temperature reminds us that we are not designed for long periods of excessive heat, or cold for that matter. 

Having frameless folding doors that slide away, means we are able to welcome the outside into our homes. The transition space allows us the luxuries of indoor and outdoor living. Sunrises and sunsets are more vivid as they become a more permanent scenic view. Geography affords us the perfect weather and temperatures for al fresco dining and lounging. 

In Southern California dealing with the summer heat is almost a year-round affair. There's a reason energy usage runs high during these times. Learn some of the ways you can prepare your home for effectively handling the heat waves.

Open floor plans are becoming a hot trend for home design and improvement. It is true: they do have their advantages, but open plans may not the right option for everyone. Before you decide to tear down your walls, think about the functionalities and practicalities of having an open floor plan.