The Art of Design Issue 17 2015 | Page 28

Transforming functional surfaces into Art Cutting-edge On trend Glartique uses cutting-edge manufacturing techniques and design to transform functional surfaces into art. We create beautiful designs, printing them onto toughened glass, antique mirror, Corian and tiles for kitchen splashbacks, bath panels and artworks for homes, restaurants and hotels. “Using glass and mirrors into kitchens and bathrooms is very on trend” said Ashley. “Glass makes any space feel elegant and sophisticated. Another exciting trend we’re championing is back-lit laser engraved antique mirror and we‘re also partnering with smartglass, a liquid crystal privacy glass to create panels with our designs integrated inside them.” We offer a range of options, from ready-made through to a totally bespoke service. You choose the design, surface We love a challenge and background colour and we’ll template, produce and Ashley loves a challenge and integrating electric install it for you. sockets into his designs has become a trademark. Ashley incorporates visual elements from his clients’ Bespoke service lives into the design around the plug sockets so that Glartique’s most popular design is the London Skyline with they form a seamless part of the artwork. So far, these a Twist, a playful take on the iconic city skyline. There are have included helicopters, planes, superheroes, horses two other ready-made designs – Mudeford Beach Huts, and iconic pylons linked to Battersea Power Station. inspired by his childhood on the Dorset coast and British Countryside. New additions to the collection include News geometric and abstracts artworks. All can be personalised, so if you like what you see, but want something slightly Glartique has been an Industry partner of SBID for two years and won Best of Houzz for service in 2015. different, just ask. Glartique will be exhibiting at The Surface Design show from 9 to 11 February 2016 at The Business Design About Glartique Centre in Islington. Please come along and say hello. Glartique was founded by designer and artist, Ashley For more information go to www.glartique.com Phillips who spent the first decade of his creative career as or email [email protected] a mural artist. In 2010, he began experimenting with new surfaces and printing techniques and Glartique was born.