Glasstone values reach beyond aesthetics and respect for the traditions of commemoration. We know that we shape the society in which we live both as individuals and as a team. We are responsible for it. Every individual life that we touch, to a greater or lesser extent, affects the further development of society and the course of events. Therefore, as a team, we want to leave a positive footprint on society. We live in the present respecting the past and striving for a better future.
With new ideas and a fresh dose of enthusiasm, Glasstone not only participated but also helped with the organisation of the first “Alliance for Latvia without orphans” (Alianse Latvija bez bāreņiem, ALBB) charity dinner on June 14th, 2018, provided photo-coverage during the annual convention on July 28th and continue with communication support.
The goal of ALBB is to provide support on the path to a loving, safe and stable family for each child. In 2015, the organisation rehabilitated 123 Ukrainian children, for which the head of the organisation within the framework of the project “Family to Family”. Irina Čžou – received the honorary title of “The pride of Latvia (Latvijas Lepnums) 2015”. Since 2016, up until today, ALBB has provided 70 orphanages with support people – stable, long-term relationship-oriented mentors. The mentors help children prepare for independent lives in society; they communicate spiritual, moral and cultural values and become vital support person who helps children in their independent lives after leaving the orphanage.
We actively encourage everyone to support ALBB’s energetic and positive efforts to improve the quality of life of children orphans!
The sophisticated charity dinner for entrepreneurs took place in a modern Latvian cuisine restaurant St.Petrus in the Old Town Riga and was accompanied by melodies of a saxophone played by Māris Trankalis. The purpose of the dinner was to start and strengthen the cooperation with entrepreneurs for the development of the mentoring project “One Hope” for orphans. ALBB actively encouraged companies to express their interest in co-operation or financial support, offering a convenient and transparent way of donating.
Guests were treated to the chef’s special menu, an interactive entertainment program and an informative presentation of the goals, activities, successes and support options of ALBB. The guests – 34 representatives from 16 mixed size companies – were honoured by the presence of Aigars Rostovskis, the president of “The Latvian Chamber of Commerce and Industry” and Irina Čžou, the head of ALBB, winner of the honorary title “The pride of Latvia (Latvijas Lepnums), 2015”.
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Shipping and delivery
As soon as the glass memorial is ready, we share photos/videos with you for evaluation, prepare it for shipment and make installation instructions. We survey logistics companies to find and offer you the best delivery option. We can do the survey as soon as we know the delivery address and the exact configuration of the shipment - size and weight. We have established successful cooperation with transportation companies in various countries, but we are also open to collaboration with other logisticians, which you propose and choose! |
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Production duration
The production of glass monuments lasts from 30 workdays. It mainly depends on the complexity of the design and the ongoing workload during the particular period. The work volume is usually highest during spring, whereby the production time is the most extended, starting from ~45 workdays. Therefore, we advise ordering a glass monument timely. For example, if you wish to install the memorial in spring/summer, then - autumn/winter is the best time to make the order. |
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Granite base and other stone elements
You may choose to develop the granite base and stone elements with your local stonemasons or us. Making them locally will save you the shipping costs, and the stonemasons may prepare the ground and install the base as soon as it is ready. On rare occasions, making the stone parts with us will be the only option. This applies to designs where the stone and glass have to be very closely fitted (e.g. inlay of stone in glass monument or glass in boulder). |