The use of glass for decorative purposes can be traced as far back as Ancient Egypt, where the inside of tombs, death masks etc where often furnished with beautiful jewels of coloured glass. In the modern era, the use of glass for interior design is ubiquitous. Here are some ideas:
The most obvious use of glass is for windows. A window obviously has a practical function; however they are also a key part of the way rooms are designed. Windows let light into a room and so can brighten up living spaces and even give the illusion of space.
A thoroughly modern albeit timeless use of decorative glass is using decorative glass panels, these are transparent or semi transparent panels that are coloured to create stunning aesthetic effects. They can be used in various situations, tabletops, cabinets and even staircases. They can be used in a variety of ways because they are extremely durable and resistant to humidity.
Decorative glass ornaments are also commonly used in the home, and have been for hundreds of years. Stunning coloured glassware can reflect the light in beautiful ways, and so glass ornaments work great in rooms with a lot of light intake.
You could see the use of highly functional, modern glass panels as a kind of evolution in our love of glass for interior design purposes. They are both very aesthetic and able to withstand the unique demands of modern living.