fred wrote:
Looks like a really nice idea, but I share the glaziers' concerns,
think you're looking at 12mm laminate there (guess), sounds expensive
but do- able. Consider approaching glass suppliers specialising in
glass staircases.

If you're prepared to spend on the glass then I reckon the bracketing
is do- able, but again custom made and sunk into the plaster of the
wall.

I've uploaded another design [top middle] with various bracket styles
http://www.numero.co.uk/misc/loungetv2.gif

Just for the glass (original top left), I was quoted £104 for 4 pieces of
6mm, £140 if toughened and £164 for 10mm glass (although he was
very concerned about the latter, especially without good supports).

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Chris Spyrou
numero communications limited