Do you have a wine collection that you enjoy yourself and like to share with others? Are you looking for a stylish way to store and display your spirits? A modern glass wine cellar is functional but also a statement piece for your home. It’s the perfect storage solution, providing the appropriate temperature (between 7 and 18 degrees Celcius), the right humidity level (approximately 50 to 70%), and the opportunity to showcase your collection. It melds refinement and beauty with efficiency. The following may help you design the modern glass wine cellar you dream of.
Step One: Choose A Design
Decide if you prefer a contemporary (embraces minimalistic elements), traditional (brings a sense of history and glamour), or transitional look (combines traditional and modern sensibilities). The style you decide upon affects the scale of your project, the budget, and the location of the display.
Step Two: Determine The Capacity
Decide how many bottles you wish to store and display. Consider the possibility that your collection may grow. It’s wise to have a few empty racks, allowing for expansion.
Step Three: Pick A Racking Style
Choose between column-racking (wood or metal shelves for horizontal storage), peg systems (consisting of arms/pegs that hold a wine bottle in place), freestanding wine bookcases (stand freely, without being restricted to a cupboard, wall space, or cabinet), floating displays (metal pins mounted and used to store/display bottles), and secure lockers (temperature-controlled cabinets).
Step Four: Choose Active or Passive Storage
Decide if you wish to rely on room/ambient temperature (passive) or if you want to install a climate-controlled display (active). Passive storage requires that your bottles reside in a dark and cool location (basement, closet, etc.). Active systems can be anywhere as they have temperature and humidity control.
Step Five: Choose A Material
Traditional materials include wood, masonry, stone, steel, and aluminum. Today, many wine lovers choose glass. A modern glass wine cellar is sleek and timeless. Glass walls and doors allow your collection to become an art installation, enhancing the ambiance of your home. Glass permits light to illuminate the space, creating visual interest. Opt for low-emissivity glass as it limits heat transmission (maintaining a stable climate) and reduces exposure to ultraviolet rays (to avoid changes to flavour and aroma).
Step Six: Find Professionals To Help
If you decide upon a modern glass wine cellar, contactHouse of Mirrors and Glass. We’ll help you add unique wine storage to your home. We provide custom glass shapes, colours, and textures, enabling you to create the installation of your dreams.
