Stephen Canning looking out for new ideas

a little bit about Stephen Canning

Design is about ideas and people.

I work with carved and sandblasted glass, mainly in architectural contexts. The work is driven by clear ideas and the practical steps needed to turn them into something that feels good and right.

Most pieces are commissioned, some are smaller studio works, but the approach stays the same. Keep the design honest, respect the glass, and make something that sits naturally in its place.

Good results come from working closely with the people involved, whether that’s an architect, a fabricator or the client. Shared knowledge usually sharpens the idea and helps shape the work.

I also enjoy my work in graphic design, as ID8 Creative. Both kinds of work rely on structure, clarity and balance, and benefit from the same process of shaping ideas.