Your Glass Chandelier Design Journey
Begins Here...
For over 30 years, we’ve helped clients bring light to life.
At White Elk’s Visions in Glass, every custom blown-glass chandelier begins with a vision—and evolves through collaboration, clarity, and care.
Handcrafted with soul and artistry, each chandelier is a radiant, one-of-a-kind sculpture that transforms light into lasting beauty.
What you need to know about
ordering your custom Blown Glass Chandelier
How are White Elk's Visions in Glass blown glass chandeliers different from other chandeliers?
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Each chandelier from White Elk’s Visions in Glass is a one-of-a-kind, hand-blown sculpture—designed with precision, passion, and decades of expertise.
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Far beyond decorative lighting, these are heirloom-quality art pieces that bring soul, movement, and elegance to any space.
The First Steps to Commisioning
Your Blown Glass Chandeier
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We’ll collaborate with you on size, shape, color, and density. Before creation begins, we’ll share photos or samples of the glass to ensure you love the palette and elements. Your input is always welcome and appreciatged throughout the process.
Understanding Lighting
How to Illuminate the Space
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We recommend working with your contractor or electrician for all lighting and installation needs. Our chandeliers can be lit from within ("interior lighting") using ambient LED strips, or with "exterior lighting" such as ceiling cans or spotlights.
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Interior lighting adds a warm glow but isn’t intended as the room’s primary light source. Upon request, we provide dimmable LED strips (approx. 680 lumens per foot) pre-installed in the chandelier cage for your electrician to wire.
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Your color choices—opaque vs. transparent—also impact light diffusion, and we’ll work closely with you to get the balance just right.
Chandelier Weight & Support
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Most 2' x 3' chandeliers weigh around 200 lbs, though exact weight depends on size and elements used. We’ll provide a tailored estimate for your design.
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Our steel cages and chains are rated up to 3,500 lbs, with custom chain lengths included. Your contractor can use our guidance to prep ceiling support safely and accuratelyy
Installation Guidance
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Our chandeliers can be installed in most ceilings, including sloped or vaulted ones. Your contractor or electrician will install the steel cage, transformer, and lighting, using the approximate weight provided. The cage and components arrive ahead of the glass elements for proper preparation.
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For a fee (typically around $3,000), our team can travel to install the glass pieces. This covers travel, lodging, and labor, though costs may vary by project scope. If you prefer to assemble the chandelier locally, we’ll provide detailed instructions and offer phone or video support.
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We’re always available to consult with your contractor to ensure a smooth and successful installation. Our goal is to make the process seamless—and exceed your expectations.
What is a chandelier genie?
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A chandelier genie (or lift system) allows your chandelier to be safely raised and lowered from ceiling to floor—making assembly and maintenance much easier.
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For more complex or larger installations, we recommend a lift system from Aladdin Light Lift. We're happy to assist you or your contractor with selecting and planning for the right setup
White Elk installing
a beautiful chandelier
using an Aladdin Genie Lift
Cleaning your chandelier
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We recommend Hagerty Chandelier Cleaner for quick, effortless results. Just lay a tarp beneath the chandelier, turn off all lighting, and spray the cleaner upward—avoiding the central cavity. Dust and grime will dissolve and drip down, leaving your chandelier sparkling with minimal effort.
Timeline
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Lead times typically range from 6–8 weeks to several months, depending on our current studio schedule. We’ll always do our best to meet your timeline and exceed your expectations.
Pricing
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Pricing is based on size, density, color, lighting preferences, and the types of glass elements used. We’ll work closely with you to design a chandelier that fits your vision and your budget.
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Once a quote is agreed upon, a 25% deposit secures your place in our schedule.
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We’ll request 2–3 progress payments during creation, and the final balance is due when your piece is ready to ship.
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Throughout the process, we’ll share photos to ensure we stay aligned on every detail.
What Makes Our Blown Glass Chandeliers Unique?"
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More than just lighting, these heirloom-quality sculptures are designed to last a lifetime, blending exceptional durability with timeless elegance.
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Every piece is a true work of art, adding soul, energy, and distinction to any space.
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Each White Elk chandelier is a hand-blown original - crafted with passion, precision, and over 30 years of artistry.
Shipping
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We ship worldwide using our trusted partner of 25+ years, Shipper’s Supply in Loveland, CO. Your chandelier is carefully crated in a hard-edged wooden box with layered bubble wrap and peanuts.
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We don’t mark up shipping—we simply pass along the exact carrier quote. A few extra glass pieces are always included, just in case. Once we have your project details, we’ll be happy to provide a precise shipping estimate.
What are glass "elements?"
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Glass elements are the sculptural components used to build your chandelier’s shape and character. Most designs feature bubble pods and glass orbs, but we also offer custom elements such as leaves, angel feathers, neurons, flowers, diamond orbs, and more.
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Pricing reflects the types and intricacy of elements you choose, and we’re happy to guide you in selecting the right combination for your vision.
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decorative elements to your chandelier.
Glass Elements
Bubble Pods
Bubble Pods
Hollow Pods & Glass Orb
Birds of Paradise, Feathers, Hollow Pods & Glass Orb
Bubble Pods & Glass Orb
Birds of Paradise
Leaf
Leaf
Flat Ribbon
Flower
Angel Feather
Stardust Orbs
"We welcome the opportunity to work with you"
Namaste' ~ White Elk & Team
Bringing Visions to Glass for over 30 Years
White Elk’s Visions in Glass has been featured in galleries, museums, hotels, casinos, restaurants, and private collections around the world—for over 30 years.
Led by White Elk, our dedicated glass team is known for excellence in design, craftsmanship, and client experience. Each piece is handcrafted in our Colorado mountain studio—from sculptural chandeliers and wall installations to functional glass sinks and artistic lighting.
We frequently collaborate with clients from concept to installation, handling every detail—from shipping and mounting to design logistics—with care and precision.