handmade glass
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Started in the early 90’s, Kitengela Glass has become one of the world’s longest-running recycled-glass studios. The studios are internationally recognised for their innovative & creative use of locally sourced waste glass to make blown glass, architectural dalle de verre panels, & large-scale sculptural works. As well as making stuff, Kitengela Glass operates as a cultural destination, welcoming visitors to experience & participate in glassmaking, creative entrepreneurship wrapped in Kenyan hospitality in an open, connected to nature, workshop environment.
‘How’ we make is as important as ‘what’ we make.
Our bespoke commercial and large scale design collection. Specially commissioned to help you make a big statement.
Our in-house eatery and coffee shop - the Glasstronomique.
At our studio near Ongata Rongai:
A passionate & practical ensemble of scrap glass renewed & refashioned into stylish products, functional art & inspired design. Kitengela Glass create blown objects, dalle de verre, furniture, chandeliers, lamps, beads & pieces of beauty from scrap glass on the Athi Kapiti plains in Kenya.
Kitengela Glass is a recycled-glass studio and visitor destination located outside Nairobi, Kenya. Founded over 35 years ago, the studio produces hand-blown glass, dalle de verre architectural panels, sculpture, beadwork & lighting using locally recycled glass.
Kitengela Glass is known for large-scale public artworks, experimental glass techniques, and immersive workshop experiences that combine craft, sustainability, and hospitality.
