Portfolio
With over 20 years of exceptional glassblowing projects, please enjoy a small selection of Gappa’s favorite projects highlighted below.

Skeletal Series, 2016
Gappa’s Skeletal series are Paleontological explorations into the prehistoric forms of days past. The Skeletal Series has become a beautiful journey into the primitive forms

GrapeVine, 2022
Installed at the luxurious Hotel Vin’s wine tasting vineyard, Gappa’s aptly named “GrapeVine” is composed of over 1,000 hand-sculpted glass spheres intertwined with copper. 21 large sculpted

Introspection, 2017
The Neuron installation is approximately 60ft x 40ft x 8ft. Each of the 175 hand blown glass spires is approximately 5′-6″ long and connected to

Cosmic Quest, 2020
David Gappa’s vision for this commissioned piece symbolically began with the creation of the cosmos, planets, and continents through the visual representation of colliding particles

Cascade, 2020
The Cascade of glass from this custom-constructed chandelier is perfectly suited to the client’s luxury high-rise home. Gappa custom designs the lighting solutions to help

Spring Rain, 2022
Installed in a client’s home. A custom lighting solution from the glassblowing studio of David Gappa! The client wanted a piece inspired by nature and

The Crossing, 2019
“The Crossing” exhibits the majestic beauty of the Sea Turtle in the vast space of its natural environment; the ocean.

Crystal Oasis, 2018
A mesmerizing glass display of 225 crystal spheres and 275 frosted optic spheres now illuminates the ceiling at Trinity Terrace, a premier continuing care retirement
Interested in a Commission?
Choose a Category Below to Learn More
- Wallscapes
- Chandeliers
- Sconces
- Pendant Lights
- Sculptures
- Rondels
- Other Projects
Thank you so much for your interest in comissioning a unique Gappa Glass Wallscape or Ceilingscape. We can make the impossible possible using any number of color, and style combinations to suit your design and functional needs perfectly.
Since these are created specifically with your space in mind, our team might conduct a site visit (either in person or virtually) to get a better feel for your space and needs. As a former architect, David Gappa is exceptionally suited to designing this type of artwork from blueprints or for existing buildings.
Please note that these types of projects start at $9,500 and can increase from there depending on design and scale of the project. Please note that the prices below do not include taxes, installation, packaging, or shipping. Custom projects often require custom pricing which can change depending on current market conditions.
Previous Wallscape Examples



Cosmic Quest, approx 7.5′ x 7.5′, Starting at $14,500



Dichro Galaxy Wallscape, approx 12’ x 10′, Starting at $22,500.00.
Previous Ceilingscape Examples




Cosmic Inception, approx 6′ x 6′, starting at $36,000



Crystal Oasis, approx 9′ x 15′, starting at $28,000
Each chandelier is professionally wired, outfitted with quality lighting, and designed with the architectural and structural considerations that your space requires. As a former architect, David Gappa is exceptionally suited to design lighting solutions from blue prints or for existing homes.
We look forward to working with you to create an exceptional statement of light and beauty for your space!
Please note that our custom chandeliers start at $18,000 and can increase from there depending on design. Please note that the prices below do not include taxes, installation, packaging, or shipping. Custom projects often require custom pricing which can change depending on current market conditions.
Example of Custom Chandeliers





Ready to start yours? Please fill out the below contact form with as much information as you have and one of our sales representatives will be in touch to put together an initial estimate for your project.
Please be ready to share as many details about your space, specifically where you would like your chandelier. Please share elevations, inspirational sketches or photos, storyboards, and general budget for this project. This will be helpful information for David and his team to review in order to come up with a succinct project proposal.
We look forward to working with you!
Please note: Gappa Glass requires the client to hire a certified electrician to install the electrical hardware where needed. Gappa Glass is not responsible for damages or injuries associated with ignoring this disclaimer.
Variety of style and color options available



Work from our ideas or yours!

Iridized Optic Spire Sconce

Ruby Spire Sconce

Sculptural Sconce in blue

Ruby Triple bitted sconce

Triple bitted Sconce in blue

Iridized optic fan sconce
The color possibilities are endless and far exceed what is shown here. Request a digital color catalogue by completing the contact form below to get started on your next project!
Sconce Hardware


Please note:

Examples of custom Pendant lights:






Hardware Options
Hardware with visible cord – $65 each
84″ Max length


HARDWARE WITH covered CORD – $125 EACH
45.25 inches long – Segments 6”, 12”, 18”


Please note:
Gappa Glass requires the client to hire a certified electrician to install the electrical hardware where needed. Gappa Glass is not responsible for damages or injuries associated with ignoring this disclaimer.

Thank you for your interest in having a custom Gappa Glass Sculpture added to your collection. Over the years, Gappa has pioneered many different glassblowing techniques to create his masterpieces and is versed across a wide variety of subject matter. His sculptures have adorned art niches, palatial foyers, corporate collections, and focal points in spaces across the world.
Custom Sculptures start at $925.00 each, and can increase depending chosen shape style, quantity, color application, dimensions, and other material(s) incorporated with the art glass. Please note that the prices below do not include taxes, installation, packaging, or shipping. Custom projects often require custom pricing which can change depending on current market conditions.
When using the contact form to start your project, please indicate if you are interested in a certain body of work, as well as dimensions and images of the intended space for the sculpture so that David and his team can create a succinct proposal for your next art piece!
Selected Projects








Sculpturo forms, approx 12” to 21” across and can range in price from $1,050 to $3,000





Vessels and Vases








Spruzzare, Gappa’s signature “Wings of Victory”

Spruzzare, Gappa’s signature “Wings of Victory” can be created 30” to 36” long and typically is priced from $1,250 to $2,250



Rondel Style Options
There are three Style Tiers available. They are priced depending on the complexity of the glass-blowing techniques necessary to create them. Please note: color is selected after the style tier due to the different processes involved.



Tier One – Price Range: $395 – $425



Tier Two – Price Range: $425 – $595



Tier Three – Price Range: $625 and up


The possibilities are endless for each custom glass artwork!
Rondel Size Options
Rondel Hardware Options


Each Rondel is created with specific hardware in mind depending on the intended method of display. Once created, this hardware is not interchangable.
Post (for wall mounting)
Feet (for either wall mounting or flat display)
Design Layout Services

This includes:
- Autocad concept layout drawing showing the general quantity, size and general configuration of how the rondels will be arranged in your space.
- Our team will arrange your finished rondels at full scale on the floor in our studio for your final approval.
- We will create a full scale paper template outlining the perimeter of the artwork as well as identify the location of each rondel and hardware anchor locations.
- For an additional $400, our team will hang your rondel layout on our studio wall for you to review prior to our team installing the artwork in your space.
Artwork Installation
Artwork installation includes:
- Packaging and handling of your artwork.
- Delivery of your artwork
- Installation of your rondels
- Rental of specialized equipment such as scaffolding and scissor lifts will need to be quoted separately.
- If your install site location is farther than a 30 min driving radius from Grapevine, Texas then additional travel expenses may occur.

Previous Projects


Watch this video to get a closer look at Gappa’s inspiration and process on installation at the Center for BrainHealth, a part of The University of Texas at Dallas.
Fifty-feet wide by forty-feet long, and weighing an impressive 5,300 pounds, the intricate installation of glass and steel consists of 175 LED-illuminated glass spires and 1,050 hand-blown glass spheres.
Each five-and-a-half-foot spire is individually illuminated, and when programmed, slowly pulsates an array of colors across the entire piece, similar to the electric impulses passed from one nerve cell to another.
As the focal point of the research institute’s multi-purpose room, “Introspection” will serve as a visual reminder of the institution’s commitment to enhancing, protecting, and restoring brain health across the lifespan.


The possibilities are endless with glass installations. Make a bold statement with our custom art glass!



All custom glass pieces can vary in shape and color when they are created due to the nature of hand-blown and sculpted art glass.