Stained-Glass Windows of the Ternes Project : Two Oculus Windows That Bring in Light
From the pool to the dining room, L’Âme du Vitrail has designed two custom stained-glass windows to complement the architecture of this private mansion. These monumental oculus windows evoke two unique atmospheres, blending the depth of water with bursts of color.
Stained-glass windows as architectural elements
Creating a blue oculus to enhance the pool area
Above the pool, L’Âme du Vitrail has created a skylight 1.30 m in diameter, designed to serve as a luminous focal point at the heart of the wellness area. The deep shades of blue evoke the movement of water and naturally extend the aquatic atmosphere of the space.
Installed three meters above the pool, this stained-glass window transforms the perception of space and is also featured on the floor at the entrance to the mansion. Light passes through the glass, takes on subtle hues, and diffuses, inviting contemplation—like a poetic window onto the depths of the sea. Suspended between the sky and the water, this creation complements the reflections on the pool’s surface and offers a sensation of immersion that is both gentle and soothing.
A colorful stained-glass window to brighten up the dining room
Much more than just a ceiling light, this custom-designed piece occupies a unique place in the villa’s architecture. With a diameter of 2.20 m, this second oculus is located above the dining room and also serves as the floor of the upstairs office. It thus creates a subtle connection between the two living spaces.
As the hours pass, the colors reveal themselves and interact with the furniture, artwork, materials, and lighting, infusing the room with a warm atmosphere. With its exceptional size and luminous composition, this stained-glass window becomes a true centerpiece. It transforms natural light into a living element, complements the interior’s perspectives, and invites viewers to look up and contemplate the spectacle of the colored glass.
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Conclusion
Through their scale, their integration into the architecture, and their contemporary style, these two creations illustrate Marie-Pierre Bouaziz’s penchant for exceptional projects. This is yet another demonstration of L’Âme du Vitrail’s ability to make stained glass a true architectural element, where light becomes a material in its own right.
Pictures : Studio Brinth (@studioBrinth) & Marie-Pierre Bouaziz
Interior Designer : Astrid Azoulay (@astrid.azoulay)
