Phoenix Studio, Portland

Stained glass windows aren't just for churches. The team of artists at Phoenix Studio create custom stained glass panels for all kinds of settings, from homes to workplaces to doghouses for really artsy dogs. Their handiwork, while decorative, serves a practical purpose, too—it lets light into a space, without compromising its privacy. Visitors to the shop can learn to work with glass, too, thanks to the team's variety of classes.