CRL Cambridge
Two-door bypass configuration: either door can slide to provide access from the left or right.
Manufacturer detailsCUSTOM GLASS. DISTINCTIVE SPACES.
Custom showers, mirrors and architectural glass.
Serving New York, Connecticut & New Jersey.
01 / THE COMPANY
Glass brings light, openness and a quiet sense of luxury to a space.
For 10 years, Glass Designers Contractors Corp. has worked in the glass industry, bringing custom glass and mirror solutions to residential and commercial spaces. Based in Port Chester, New York, our company combines an eye for design with attention to the details that make every project distinct.
From a frameless shower to an architectural railing, we help you consider the glass, layout and hardware together.
GLASS, IN EVERY EXPRESSION
02 / THE SHOWER COLLECTION
A beautiful enclosure starts with the right configuration. Explore the possibilities, then let us help define the details for your bathroom.
THE FRAMELESS APPROACH
Frameless shower enclosures use substantial glass panels with discreet hardware to keep the room visually open. The tile, stone and light remain the focus, while the glass defines the shower area.
Each layout is considered around the opening, available clearance and supporting surfaces. Glass thickness, panel sizes and hardware are confirmed for the individual project.
Discuss your showerEXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES
Open a category to learn about shower layouts, glass appearances, hardware colors and decorative mirrors.
See how each enclosure is arranged. Numbered glass pieces, visible hardware and blue movement arrows distinguish fixed panels from opening doors.
A hinged door beside a stationary glass panel gives a clean, open view into the shower. The illustration shows a wall-hinged door with a pull handle and a wider fixed panel.
Door handing, wall support and clear swing space are confirmed for the room.
Sliding doors move alongside the glass rather than swinging into the room. The bypass example shown has two moving doors; a single-sliding system, such as Serenity, has one moving door and one fixed panel.
Panel overlap and the available entry width depend on the system. Compare the CRL examples below.
Examples to discuss with our team. These are different hardware families, not interchangeable kits. Glass thickness, finish and configuration depend on the exact model.
Two-door bypass configuration: either door can slide to provide access from the left or right.
Manufacturer detailsONE FIXED · ONE SLIDING
One door slides beside one fixed glass panel. Circular rollers guide the door along a low-profile header bar, while a bottom guide controls its path.
The drawing shows a Deluxe Serenity arrangement with a fixed-panel base channel. It is a single-sliding system; the fixed panel stays in place.
Manufacturer detailsA sliding system with configurations intended for standing showers or installations above a bathtub.
Manufacturer detailsAnother sliding hardware family to discuss when comparing roller styling and the overall glass layout.
Manufacturer detailsOne hinged glass door closes the opening between suitable supporting surfaces, without an adjacent fixed glass panel. Two hinges and a pull handle make the operation clear.
Opening size, wall conditions and nearby fixtures determine the final arrangement.
A fixed glass panel on the left carries the door on two glass-to-glass hinges. The door opens beside a fixed return panel on the right, creating the L-shaped enclosure.
The left panel supports the door. Glass dimensions, support and hinge compatibility are confirmed for each installation.
Three distinct glass pieces form the enclosure: a hinged door, a stationary front panel beside it, and a fixed side return. The return turns the enclosure through 90 degrees.
The numbered drawing identifies all three pieces. Door handing, panel proportions and support are tailored to the room.
A small pivoting transom sits directly above the hinged door and matches its width. Beside it, the wider fixed panel continues uninterrupted to the top of the enclosure.
The transom opens for ventilation. Glass, seals and ceiling details must be coordinated with the complete steam-room design.
Glass is installed above the bathtub. The drawing shows two overlapping sliding doors, with separate pulls and hardware above the tub deck.
A hinged screen or fixed panel may suit other rooms. Tub shape and mounting surfaces determine the arrangement.
One fixed glass screen defines the shower while leaving an open passage beside it. The drawing shows a stabilizing bar and a discreet base channel, with no moving door.
Spray direction, screen size and the surrounding room layout are important to water containment.
Two glass leaves fold together toward the supporting wall. In this Zurich inswing example, the first leaf swings from wall hinges and the second folds on glass-to-glass hinges. Both leaves move.
This hinge-supported layout has no overhead sliding rail. The combined leaf width, weight and wall support must be checked against the exact hinge specification.CRL Zurich system details
One glass door turns around aligned pivot fittings at its top and bottom edges. The drawing shows the upper pivot attached to a structural header and the lower pivot mounted to the curb.
The header supports the upper pivot; it is not a sliding track. Structural support, pivot position and clearances are confirmed for the project.CRL Prima pivot details
Illustrations explain typical layouts, not fabrication or installation details. Glass sizes, supports, clearances and hardware are confirmed for each project.
The familiar transparent choice. Standard clear glass can show a green tint, especially at the edges.
A clearer appearance with reduced green tint, allowing light tile and stone colors to show more naturally.
A diffused surface softens the view through the glass for a more private appearance. Samples help establish the desired effect.
A gray tone gives the enclosure a darker visual character. Tint changes the view but does not make the glass opaque.
A warm brown tone can complement warm stone, wood and metal finishes. It remains a translucent or transparent material depending on the specification.
A patterned surface adds visual texture and varying degrees of screening. Temperable patterns, thicknesses and hardware compatibility require confirmation.
Glass swatches are illustrations. Confirm the actual sample, thickness and finish before ordering. Shower glass is specified as safety glass; not every decorative option is suitable for every enclosure.
3/8-inch and 1/2-inch glass are common discussion points for custom enclosures. Thickness is selected with panel dimensions, support and hardware limits. A thicker option is not compatible with every sliding system.
Ask about protective glass treatments and their care instructions. Availability and maintenance depend on the actual glass product selected.
Use these colors as a starting point. Screen colors are illustrative; confirm a physical finish sample and availability for your chosen hardware.
Bright, reflective silver.
Soft silver with a brushed appearance.
Reflective nickel with a warmer tone than chrome.
A dark, low-sheen finish.
A warm brass tone with a soft sheen.
A deeper metallic gray.
A warm bronze tone with a brushed appearance.
A dark brown finish with warm undertones.
Pull handles, knobs and towel-bar combinations can be discussed with the selected enclosure. Hinges, rollers, clips and channels must suit the glass and mounting conditions.
For aged, patinated or unlacquered looks, ask us to check the specific product. Finishes are not necessarily available across every hardware family.
Explore the CRL finish collectionDecorative antiqued mirror combines reflection with an intentionally aged pattern. The effect adds visual texture to walls, backsplashes and decorative panels.
Browse 20 antique mirror finishes and select a sample to take a closer look. Manufacturer reference samples: Spancraft Aquitaine. Actual sheets and screen images can differ; review a physical sample with Glass Designers before confirming a finish.
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Sample images: Spancraft. Online previews require an internet connection. Availability, fabrication and installation details are confirmed for each project.
03 / THE DETAILS MATTER
The final character of your shower comes from the way every component works together.
Clear glass offers a familiar, transparent appearance. Low-iron glass reduces the green tint found in standard clear glass, helping lighter tile and stone read more naturally. Privacy finishes can be discussed when a more screened effect is desired.
Browse glass optionsShower panels use tempered safety glass. Common thicknesses include 3/8-inch and 1/2-inch; the appropriate choice depends on the design and compatible hardware, not appearance alone.
Hinged doors require hinges suited to the glass size, weight and mounting conditions. Sliding doors use a compatible roller and rail system. Fixed panels may use clips or channels, with additional support where the design requires it.
The support system is selected for the enclosure rather than treated as an interchangeable decoration.
Pull handles, knobs and suitable towel-bar combinations give the enclosure its finishing touch. Chrome, brushed nickel, matte black and brass-tone finishes can be explored to complement your bathroom fixtures, subject to the chosen hardware line and availability.
Door sweeps and seals help manage water at the moving edges. Their placement depends on the enclosure. A frameless shower is not a sealed tank: showerhead direction, curb slope and the overall bathroom design also influence water containment.
Your proposal identifies the agreed configuration, glass, hardware finish and installation scope. Measurements and site conditions must be verified before fabrication. Any special accessories, removal work or additional requirements should be confirmed in writing.
Request a project proposal04 / SELECTED WORK
Browse our work by category. Select any photo for a closer look.
05 / BEYOND THE SHOWER
Glass entrance systems and aluminum storefronts that shape the first impression of a commercial space.
Glass railing solutions that define boundaries while preserving sightlines and natural light.
Antique mirrors and back-painted glass add reflection, depth and character to interior finishes.
Glass tub enclosures and substantial glass tops bring practical surfaces into a considered interior.
A CLOSER LOOK
Glass railings preserve the view and let light move through the room. Take a closer look at the panels, connections and finishing details in this installation.
Explore the project galleryGLASS RAILINGS · PROJECT VIDEO
FROM IDEA TO INSTALLATION
A custom glass project comes together through careful planning, verified dimensions and the right finishing details.
Tell us about your space, location and preferred style. Photos and approximate dimensions help start the conversation.
We review the opening, site conditions and hardware requirements. Final dimensions and the agreed scope are confirmed before fabrication.
Your approved glass configuration and hardware selections guide the fabrication stage. Scheduling is confirmed for your project.
The glass and hardware are installed according to the agreed scope, followed by operational adjustments and care guidance.
BASED IN PORT CHESTER. SERVING THE TRI-STATE AREA.
Residential and commercial glass projects across NY, CT and NJ. Share your project address so we can confirm scheduling and service availability.
Tell us about your projectA FEW HELPFUL ANSWERS
Share your name, contact details, project location, photos and approximate dimensions. Tell us which type of glass work you need and any preferred hardware finish. Final pricing depends on the confirmed scope and site conditions.
Yes. We can discuss glass appearance, layout, handles and finishes. Selections are confirmed against the requirements of your enclosure and the availability of compatible components.
A hinged door needs appropriate swing clearance. A sliding enclosure needs enough width for its panels and clear entry opening. Photos and a site review help determine which arrangement suits the room.
Timing depends on measurements, design approval, glass fabrication and hardware availability. Ask for the current schedule when your project scope is confirmed.
Use a soft cloth or squeegee to remove water after showering. Follow the glass, coating and hardware manufacturer's cleaning instructions, and avoid abrasive pads or products that can damage finishes.
Yes, Glass Designers Contractors Corp. is insured. If your building or contractor has specific insurance documentation requirements, share them before scheduling the work so they can be reviewed.
YOUR PROJECT STARTS HERE
Tell us what you have in mind. A few details help us understand your space and the glass work you need.
Send your project details and photos directly to our team. You can also call us at 914-410-7464.
LET'S BEGIN
Tell us about your space. Share the project location, a few photos and approximate dimensions to start the conversation.
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