The Memorial Chamber Conservation Project
We recently completed a comprehensive conservation of the stained glass windows in the Memorial Chamber as part of the Centre Block project.
Client
Canadian Parliament
Year
01/01/2019
Removal
Working closely with multiple trades and companies to ensure the safety of the historical glass and stonework
Removal, documentation and custom-made storage for the glasswork
Providing and assisting with the fabrication and installation of custom-made plugs
Providing before, during and after documentation of the entire scope of work
Custom Design & Manufacturing
As part of the scope of work TG designed custom lead dyes, electroplated patinas, custom-made ventilation systems and protective glazing
TG designed and produced custom steel-heart lead came to perfectly match and elevate the original heritage design
TG produced a reliable and durable electroplated finish that matched the original finish with the help of multiple subcontractors
TG designed and produced csutom-made ventialtion systems by working closely with an engineering and custom-fabric
Removal
TG worked closely with multiple trades and companies to ensure the safety of the historical glass and stonework
Removal, documentation and custom-made storage for the glasswork
Providing and assisting with the fabrication and installation of custom-made plugs
Providing before, during and after documentation of the entire scope of work
Restoration
Cleaning and re-building over 1,000 unique stained & leaded glass panels
Integrating replacement glass, made with custom-made handmade glass
Repairing glass using museum quality epoxies and back-plated non-glare glass
Providing before, during and after documentation of the entire scope of work
This project included the stained glass Looking Ahead window, Jubilee window and the House of Commons East Clerestory windows
Press & Media
Media: IN PICTURES: A window on the past is preserved for the future