Cypress Grill Restaurant
Custom Cast Glass Booth Dividers & Glass Flooring

Cypress Grill Restaurant partnered with TCG Glass to create custom cast glass architectural features that brought texture, light, and privacy to the restaurant’s interior. The project combined decorative cast glass booth dividers with structural glass flooring, creating a distinctive dining environment where functionality and architectural design work together seamlessly.



As TCG Glass’s first architectural glass flooring installation, the project marked an important milestone in the company’s history while demonstrating the versatility of cast glass in hospitality applications. The finished installation continues to showcase how architectural glass can enhance the guest experience while becoming an integral part of the overall interior design.

Project Overview

Location:
Charleston, South Carolina

Project Feature:

Custom Cast Glass Booth Dividers & Structural Glass Flooring


Project Type:

Hospitality / Restaurant

Application:
Interior Decorative Glass & Glass Flooring

Glass Type:
Cast Glass & Structural Laminated Glass

Unique Design Challenges:

  • Designing custom cast glass booth dividers that provided privacy while maintaining an open dining environment
  • Integrating one of the industry’s earliest architectural glass floor installations into an active restaurant
  • Balancing decorative aesthetics with the durability required for daily commercial use
  • Coordinating custom cast glass and structural glass elements into a cohesive interior design
  • Delivering TCG Glass’s first architectural glass flooring project, establishing the foundation for future glass flooring innovations


Designer:
The Johnson Studio

Photography:
Ryan Siemers Photography

Status:
Completed 2005

The Story

Originally opened in 1927, Toronto’s Union Station is one of Canada’s most significant historic landmarks and one of the busiest transportation hubs in North America. As part of the station’s extensive revitalization, the design team sought to preserve the building’s historic character while incorporating modern materials that would enhance both safety and the visitor experience.


TCG Glass was selected to manufacture custom structural laminated glass flooring for the restored corridor. Each panel was precision fabricated to integrate seamlessly within the existing steel framing, allowing natural light to pass through the space while maintaining the clean, timeless aesthetic of the historic architecture. The installation complements the original structure rather than competing with it, demonstrating how contemporary architectural glass can be thoughtfully incorporated into heritage buildings.


To ensure safe, long-term performance in a heavily trafficked public environment, the glass flooring incorporates TCG’s proprietary GRIT® anti-slip walking surface. This permanent, slip-resistant finish provides confident footing without obscuring the transparency and visual elegance of the structural glass. The completed installation successfully bridges nearly a century of architectural history, blending preservation with innovation in one of Canada’s most recognizable public spaces.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of glass were used at Cypress Grill Restaurant?

The project features custom cast glass booth dividers and structural laminated glass flooring, combining decorative architectural glass with a functional walking surface to create a distinctive hospitality environment.


Why use cast glass booth dividers in a restaurant?
Cast glass dividers provide privacy between seating areas while allowing light to pass through the space. Their textured surfaces create visual interest and enhance the overall dining experience without making the restaurant feel enclosed.


Can structural glass flooring be used in restaurants?
Yes. Structural glass flooring is an excellent choice for hospitality environments when properly engineered. It creates a dramatic architectural feature while meeting the performance and safety requirements of commercial applications.


Can cast glass and glass flooring be combined in the same project?
Absolutely. Cypress Grill demonstrates how decorative cast glass and structural glass flooring can work together to create a cohesive architectural design that enhances both the appearance and functionality of an interior space.

Can TCG Glass manufacture custom architectural glass for restaurants and hospitality projects?
Yes. TCG Glass manufactures custom cast glass, structural glass flooring, partitions, walls, bar features, and other architectural glass elements designed specifically for restaurants, hotels, casinos, and hospitality environments.


Does TCG Glass customize every architectural glass project?
Yes. Every project is custom manufactured to meet the specific design, structural, and aesthetic requirements of the architect or designer. Glass textures, dimensions, finishes, and fabrication details are tailored to each installation.