I had the chance to visit Project Chaboo participant Juno Lachman’s studio in SE Portland today.  His company, Juno Architectural Glass Inc.

specializes in the design and production of custom architectural glass for both interior and exterior applications in commercial, residential and public settings. We use a wide range of techniques such as sandblasting, sand carving, laminating, and cold working to create distinctive installations.

His studio was huge and very organized and clean.  I think that really shows a commitment to professionalism.   Juno showed me various glass equipment and samples of sandblasting that he has done.  Him and his assistant Sarah are working on a massive 8×24 ft outdoor glass panel which is made from a mosaic of 2″ x 2″ glass.  The overall design is of looking up into a bamboo grove!  Very fitting that he is working on a bamboo chaboo.  He showed me a few techniques he has for laminating glass and experimental stuff he has done with epoxy and glass rods.  He is going to sandblast the chaboo and also insert some glass.  Very cool.  Well see how bamboo sandblasts- my guess is that the nodes will resist and give it  a nice irregular feel.  Id like to collaborate with him someday and have him make me a custom glass top for a piece of furniture.

Juno and his assistant Sarah in the studio

Thanks for the tour Juno.  Im looking forward to seeing what you do with your chaboo!

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