About Zella Designs

I am a California native based in San Diego, where the color, texture, and light of the ocean and sky shape my work. I am drawn to discarded materials and believe every bottle deserves a second chance; transforming reclaimed glass into beautiful artwork is my passion.

My work turns empty glass bottles into objects of beauty, sound, and renewed purpose. By combining my commitment to sustainability with my love of art, I create wind chimes that invite viewers to see unexpected potential in materials that might otherwise be overlooked.

Reclaimed glass is a meaningful and expressive material because it reflects, magnifies, and enhances light while adding movement and sound to a space. Glass can take thousands of years to decompose in a landfill, and upcycling offers a more direct way to extend its life by repurposing discarded bottles without breaking them down through an energy-intensive process. I source bottles from friends, local bars, and other reclaimed sources, then handcraft each piece in my California glass studio.