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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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The Crossing, 2019

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

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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

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Interested in a Commission?

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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

Thank you so much for your interest in having a unique Gappa Glass Chandelier created just for you! We can make the impossible possible using any number of color, and style combinations to suit your design and functional needs perfectly.

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.

Thank you so much for your interest in having a unique Gappa Glass sconce light created just for you! We can make the impossible possible using any number of color, and style combinations to suit your design and functional needs perfectly.

Custom Glass Sconces start at $425 each, and can increase depending on the chosen shape style, quantity, color application, dimensions, and hardware. Lighting hardware (shown below) is typically $95. Installation, shipping, taxes, and delivery are additional costs.

In the contact form below, please indicate a preferred color and shape in order to get an approximate quote. We can also create more intricate custom sconces for additional costs. Get in touch to see what’s possible!

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

Our Prefered Sconce Hardware Details:

Brushed Nickel finish

Integrated LED (*no bulb to change)

Can last up to 46 years according to manufacturer.

Uses 7.3 Watts

440 Lumens

6” height x 4.4” wide x 4.6” diameter

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 custom glass lighting solutions! We can create a variety of glass styles to suit your space and elevate your decor.

Custom Pendant Lights start at $375.00 each and can increase depending chosen shape style, quantity, color application, dimensions, and hardware. Lighting hardware (see below) starts at $65 each. Due to the specific measurements required, at this time we can only create pendant lights for the approved hardware that we offer. Installation, packaging, shipping, and delivery are additional costs.

After reviewing this section, please use the contact form below to express your interest in the number of pendant lights, images of your space, preferred hardware, desired shape, and color. After that, one of our sales reps will get in contact with you with an initial quote for your project.

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

Thank you for your interest in our customizable Rondels! These can either be displayed on a table, used as a low bowl, or wall mounted for unique compositions. The possibilities are endless with this simple and ancient form of glassblowing!

Each of our Custom Rondels range in price between $395 to $1,025 each, depending on chosen size, style, quantity, color application, dimensions, and hardware. Installation, packaging, shipping, and delivery are additional costs.

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

Available Rondel Sizes:

12-14” diameter

15-17″ diameter

18-20″ diameter

21–23″ diameter – This is the largest size possible for this glassblowing technique. This size ranges from $825 – $1,025 each.

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)

Rondels created with a single glass post are used as wall mounted artwork only. The post hardware is available in two heights

to allow staggering/overlapping of the art glass rondels on the wall, and uses three set screws to secure the glass

post into the hardware.

Feet (for either wall mounting or flat display)

Rondels created with three glass feet can be wall mounted or displayed on a table. The footed hardware is a single piece of hardware and height. This hardware does not allow for staggering/overlapping of the art glass rondels on the wall.

Design Layout Services

A collection of rondels displayed on your wall is an exquisite solution to adding a splash of color as well as a sculptural element to your space. Gappa Glass can offer a design consultation service starting at $800 and can go up depending on the number of revisions.

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

Installation of your artwork will vary dependent upon the quantity of rondels ordered, location of your site, as well as the equipment (i.e. scaffolding, scissor lifts, etc.) needed to install your artwork. Our base price for this service begins at $1,200 but may increase based on your specific space.

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.

We thrive on large custom installations that are completely unique to your space and vision! David Gappa has created multiple largescale installations over the years that stun and wow anyone lucky enough to see them in person. His projects can include, hanging elements, lighting elements, metal accents, natural stone, and of course thousands of individual pieces of glass. His interest in the ephemeral nature of the material of glass as well as the cosmos and humanities relationship to the infinite influence the conceptual backing for his breathtaking work.

Large scale installations typically start at $35,000 and go up from there. David and his team will conceptualize and create a proposal tailored to you and your mission, then after approval will start sampling andcreating the finished artwork. The timeline on these types of projects is typically 2-8 months depending on the schedule of the studio, the complexity of the project, and the speed of the approval process.

Please take a look at some of his previous projects below in order to get a feel for his capabilities and inspiration for your next showstopping project!

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.