The Dean of University Libraries and the Director of Master Craftsman Studio have ultimate approval over the final design and may dictate changes to the design, as needed, throughout the process.ĭuring the fabrication phase, the window is built and, when completed, installed in the Heritage Museum. Therefore clarity, efficiency and the expression of honest opinions are highly desirable throughout the process. Prospective designs are critiqued and refined until a final design is agreed upon by all parties.
Master Craftsman artists will develop the concept through a succession of design sketches which will be shared with the client, often via email, for feedback and discussion. In the initial meeting, ideas for visual representation of the subject will be developed.Īnother face-to-face meeting is held for the purpose of glass selection. In general, two or three face-to-face meetings are necessary. This process is most efficient when no more than 2-3 individuals represent the client/donor. Window design is a collaborative process that includes the client/donor(s), staff members from Master Craftsman Studio, and representatives of University Libraries. The Director of Master Craftsman Studio (and/or designee) will conduct the design process with the donor in collaboration with the Dean of University Libraries (and/or designee.) Consultation Phase Fabrication begins following approval of a final design and concludes in installation. In most cases Consultation and Design occur in tandem. This process occurs in three phases: Consultation, Design, and Fabrication. When a window concept is approved and the initial $10,000 deposit is received, Master Craftsman Studio will begin design and construction of the window.
However, the donor will be informed of any potential extra costs during the design phase.Īfter Master Craftsman Studio is paid, remaining funds are deposited into one of the Heritage Museum foundation accounts, as determined by the Dean of University Libraries, to be used for long-term enhancement and preservation of the Museum. These extra costs will be absorbed by the Heritage Fund and are not the responsibility of the donor. An additional contingency charge of up to 33% may be paid to MCS if extraordinary expenses are incurred in production of the window. $15,000 of the $50,000 is allocated for these services.
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MCS oversees maintenance of windows and consults on long-term preservation. Master Craftsman Studio designs, fabricates, and installs each window. The balance is due prior to installation. The Heritage Museum Advisory Board, in conjunction with the FSU Foundation, University Libraries, Master Craftsman Studio and FSU Administration, has established a price of $50,000 for each new stained-glass window in the Dodd Hall Heritage Museum, effective August 2021.Ī minimum, nonrefundable payment of $10,000 is required to begin the design process.