The project came off smoothly, with no hiccups. I texted photos of progress to my eager client at regular intervals, discussed the choice of colour and patterns and made slight modifications as I went. Once completed, Geoff collected the panels and brought them back to Batemans Bay for installation. It was over a year before I could visit and see the kitchen in-situ, but well worth the trip!
The method
Templates were drawn up for the glass panels and sent to the glass manufacturer for cutting and toughening. Once the panels were received, I painted black enamel details on the back. This was followed by airbrushed colour using UV resistant acrylic inks, and a coat of white automotive acrylic to seal and protect the delicate paintwork.
As a practising architect I have worked on architectural projects with ilia for about 25 years, predominantly with integrated and functioning artwork, including glazed splashbacks, light fittings, laser cut screens, balustrades and sun-shades. She is a prolific artist and a designer with great depth and intellect to the work she undertakes, and her experimentation with materials and methods is extraordinary.
Geoff Lovie, Architect
