Architectural Fiberglass Fountain Pools by Stromberg Just like any structure, it is important to build a fountain from the ground up. When people think about fountains, images of water shooting into the air come to mind. However, it is important to remember that everything that goes up, must, of course, come down. Fountain pools complete […]
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Architectural Fiberglass Keystones
Keystones in Architectural Fiberglass A throwback to medieval architecture, the keystone once played a vital, structural role in architecture. In any structure that employs traditional arches, the keystone bears much of the combined weight and pressure of the arch. As such, keystones bore a significant burden, and needed to be made from only the finest […]
Piers in Architectural Fiberglass
Architectural Fiberglass Piers by Stromberg They say that diversity is the spice of life; this maxim is just as true in architectural design. Patterns are a critical design element, but repetition is tantamount to raw industrialized soullessness. Balustrades, for example, are a fantastic way to beautify an external wall or gate, but the repetition of […]
Architectural Fiberglass Door Surrounds by Stromberg
Door Surrounds in Architectural Fiberglass What is a door? Doors serve a simple purpose, but their significance and symbolism far exceed the importance of their practical function. Indeed, a door is a portal; it is the threshold between inside and outside. A door welcomes you or bars your passage. It is your entrance, and your […]
Architectural Fiberglass Cornices
Distinguished Cornices in Architectural Fiberglass Often overlooked, cornices are both beautiful and functional. Cornices not only provide another level of architectural detail that adds critical design information to a structure, they also work to channel water away from a building’s exterior. By redirecting rain, snow and debris away from a structure, cornices help preserve everything […]
Architectural Fiberglass Lintels
Architectural Fiberglass Lintels A carry-over from classic Greek architecture, lintels don’t need to provide the same architectural support that they used to. However, they are still critical for supporting a particular aesthetic. Lintels are an undeniable marker of older buildings, and as such, are a distinguishing architectural feature. Lintels in architectural fiberglass maintain all of […]
Architectural Fiberglass Fountains
Fountains in Architectural Fiberglass Fountains are another classic staple of western architecture, dating back to the ancient Greeks and Romans. Critical to the Roman estate in particular, fountains were, in many ways, the heart of a family home. A fountain adds a unique, unrivaled element of class and sophistication; even today, fountains are associated with […]
Medallions in Architectural Fiberglass
Architectural Fiberglass Medallions Architectural medallions are decorative building elements that work similar to their jewelry counterparts. Architectural medallions decorate otherwise bland sections of a building, or draw attention to particularly attractive details, such as alcoves, ceiling domes or chandeliers. Whether floral or modernist, if you’re in the market for architectural medallions, Stromberg can provide any […]
Architectural Fiberglass Columns
Columns in Architectural Fiberglass Whether structural or purely aesthetic, columns are virtually timeless as architectural elements. Nearly every Western civilization has used columns to indicate the significance of a particular building. Greeks, Romans, British, French and Americans all use columns to great effect in their state buildings and courthouses.This is due to partly to columns’ […]
Architectural Fiberglass Restoration in Manhattan
Turning Back the Clock for the Container Store In 1996, the Container Store wanted to open a new location in Manhattan, NY, but when you’re walking into one of the oldest and most prestigious retail locations in America, you can’t just set up shop; you need to make a statement. The folks behind the Manhattan […]