Business Details
43 Years
experience
Custom Architectural Glass Solutions in Carlsbad, CA
Experience Glass, operating under the trade name Experience Glass, has been crafting custom architectural art glass since 1983. Founded in Carlsbad, California, our family-run business specializes in cast, slumped, sandblasted, and ColorFuse glass for residential and commercial applications. Our team combines decades of expertise with proprietary techniques to create durable, aesthetically striking solutions for countertops, shower enclosures, flooring, and more.We maintain full control over production processes, using eco-friendly materials and in-house ceramic molds to ensure originality and precision. Our work has been featured in luxury homes, public art installations, and commercial spaces nationwide, reflecting our commitment to innovation and quality craftsmanship.
Services
Cast Glass Countertops
Sandblasted Glass Design
ColorFuse Glass Panels
Thick Glass Fabrication
PermaCoat Finishes
Glass Flooring Installation
Shower Enclosures
Wall Partitions
Stair Treads
Outdoor Signage
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized experience in architectural glass fabrication.
- Our proprietary ColorFuse technology creates unique, iridescent glass effects unavailable elsewhere.
- All products are manufactured in-house using eco-friendly, 100% silica glass.
- We provide full-service customization from design to installation for complex projects.
- Our team holds patents for innovative glass-forming processes and textures.
Services
Cast Glass Countertops
Our cast glass countertops combine durability with artistic design, offering non-porous surfaces resistant to stains and scratches. Ideal for kitchens and bathrooms, these countertops maintain brilliance over time while allowing full customization of textures, colors, and patterns through proprietary kiln-forming techniques.
Sandblasted Glass Design
Custom sandblasted glass adds privacy and artistic flair to windows, doors, and partitions. Using high-pressure abrasion, we create intricate patterns and logos that enhance commercial and residential spaces while maintaining glass integrity and light transmission properties.
ColorFuse Glass Panels
ColorFuse glass panels feature iridescent effects through a patented fusion of glass casting and painting techniques. These panels resist fading and are ideal for wall coverings, flooring, and furniture where vibrant, dynamic visuals are required without compromising structural integrity.
Thick Glass Fabrication
Our thick glass (1"+) provides superior strength for countertops, stair treads, and balustrades. Engineered for load-bearing applications, this glass combines aesthetic appeal with safety certifications, available in custom shapes and finishes from our San Diego manufacturing facility.
Glass Flooring Installation
We install glass flooring systems that balance transparency with structural safety. Using tempered or laminated glass with anti-slip textures, these installations create open, light-filled spaces while meeting commercial building codes for residential lofts and upscale commercial environments.
People
Greg Gomolka
Founder & Chief Glass Artisan
Greg Gomolka established Experience Glass in 1983 and pioneered the ColorFuse glass technique in 2002. With over four decades of experience, he leads the creative direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in complex custom projects.
Questions
What types of custom glass products do you offer?
We specialize in cast/slumped glass countertops, sandblasted designs, ColorFuse panels, thick glass fabrication, and architectural installations including flooring, shower enclosures, and wall partitions.
Can you create fully customized glass designs?
Yes, our in-house design team works with clients to develop unique textures, patterns, and color combinations using proprietary techniques not available from other glass fabricators.
Is your glass suitable for high-traffic areas?
Our thick glass (1"+) and tempered options meet commercial durability standards, making them ideal for countertops, flooring, and public installations requiring both aesthetics and structural integrity.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
We serve both markets, with extensive experience in luxury home renovations and large-scale commercial installations like hotel lobbies and public art displays.
What makes your ColorFuse glass unique?
ColorFuse combines glass fusing, casting, and painting to create iridescent effects with embedded bubbles and sparkles that change appearance under different lighting conditions.
Are your glass products environmentally friendly?
Our glass contains up to 100% natural silica with partial recyclability. We incorporate recycled materials where possible while maintaining structural integrity in all architectural applications.
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Reviews (3)
John Smith
Oct 16, 2020
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I was having lunch at a Red Lobster in Orlando Florida several weeks ago when I happened upon the Experience Glass website. I scrolled down until I got to the ColorFuse page and was very impressed with how unique Greg's glass was! We had been looking for something distinctive, instead of granite, for my Office Manager's art studio. Greg had what he called a "second," or a piece of 26 x 85" custom glass left over from a job. This glass is the coolest thing! It has unique bubbles and other design features trapped in the glass. When you backlite it with a tape light, the bubbles light up and give
Mason Thomas
Jan 09, 2019
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Greg & Chelsea were awesome to work with. I am super happy with my custom mirrors. They were finished much faster than expected.
Thanks!!
Thanks!!
Neil D.
Oct 15, 2013
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I can't say enough good things about Gomolka Design Studios! These guys have completed some amazing glass projects both at my home and business. They've created glass counters and pieces I never thought were possible. These guys are truly the real deal and look forward to more AWESOME glass work in the future. The do very high quality custom glass work but also window installations etc.
They installed glass windows in our front office looking into our shop last weekend and we've gotten so many compliments on them already! I like working with a family owned business, the experience
They installed glass windows in our front office looking into our shop last weekend and we've gotten so many compliments on them already! I like working with a family owned business, the experience
