Sneeze Guards, Showcases & Reception Windows
Frameless glass sneeze guards, countertop display cases and reception windows for restaurants, cafés, bakeries, offices and medical practices.
Serving Northern Virginia Since 1997 · Virginia Class A Glass & Glazing Contractor
Clear Glass for Counters and Front Desks
Serving counters and reception desks both need a barrier people can see through, talk through and hand things across. We build it in glass, sized to your counter or wall opening, and install it.
Our focus is all-glass, frameless work: tempered panels held by small stainless clamps, with as little metal in view as possible. When a line needs posts or a glass top shelf, we build that too. It is one part of our commercial glass work across Northern Virginia, Washington DC and Montgomery County, MD.
All-Glass Frameless Sneeze Guards
Frameless sneeze guards are glass panels fastened straight to the counter with small stainless clamps. No posts or rails crowd the food, the glass wipes down in seconds, and the counter looks finished instead of fitted with equipment.
We build front panels, end panels and full enclosures with a glass top over hot wells, cold wells, pastry trays or grab-and-go items, for staff-served lines and self-serve counters.
Post-Mounted Sneeze Guards
On longer serving lines, polished stainless posts carry the glass and a glass top shelf for plates, trays or grab-and-go items.
Glass Showcases and Display Cases
Countertop glass display cases for bakeries, pastry shops, chocolatiers and cafés. We build the case on your counter with clear glass all around, and add glass shelves inside when you want a second tier of product.
We build the glass, not the cooling. Refrigerated cases come from a food-service equipment supplier.
Sliding Transaction Windows
Sliding glass windows for kitchen pass-throughs, cashier and ticket counters, pharmacies and check-in desks. The glass slides open to hand something across and closes when the window is not in use.
Reception Windows with Pass Tray and Speak-Through
Fixed glass with a recessed pass tray below and a stainless speak-through in the glass. Staff and visitors can talk and exchange paperwork, cards or payments without opening the window.
Common in medical and dental offices, leasing and property management offices, and front desks that handle payments or records.
Reception Desk Glass Screens
Glass panels mounted on the reception counter with stainless clamps. Front-desk staff get a clear, protective barrier without closing off the desk, and the glass can wrap the corners or leave an opening at the counter for passing items across.
How a Project Runs
PHOTOS, PLANS OR SITE VISIT → QUOTE → FIELD MEASURE → INSTALLATION
We can price from photos and rough dimensions of your counter or wall opening, or from kitchen and millwork drawings. Once you approve the quote, we measure on site before anything is ordered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you add a sneeze guard to a counter we already have?
Yes. We can clamp or post-mount the glass to an existing countertop and work around the wells, pans and serving layout you already have.
Frameless or post-mounted: which one do we need?
Frameless is the cleanest look and suits most counters. Posts make sense on long serving lines, or when you want a glass top shelf above the food.
Do you build refrigerated display cases?
No. We build glass display cases and glass shelves that sit on your counter. Refrigerated cases come from a food-service equipment supplier.
What do you need from us to give a price?
Photos of the counter or wall opening with rough width, height and counter depth are enough to start. Drawings help if you have them. We confirm every measurement on site before we order the glass.
What areas do you serve?
Northern Virginia, Washington DC and Montgomery County, MD.
What Our Clients Say
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adil zaman5 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I had an absolutely outstanding experience with Modern Glass Designs! From beginning to end, everything was handled professionally, and the level of customer service exceeded my expectations. I especially want to recognize Caroll Koon, the Sales Manager, who was truly exceptional. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was handled smoothly. Her professionalism, knowledge, patience, and genuine dedication to customer satisfaction really stood out. She made the entire experience comfortable and stress-free, and it was clear that she genuinely cares about her customers. It’s not every day you come across someone who combines such a high level of professionalism with kindness and personal attention. Caroll is truly an asset to Modern Glass Designs, and the company is fortunate to have someone like her on its team. I highly recommend Modern Glass Designs to anyone looking for excellent service, quality work, and a team that genuinely values its customers. Thank you, Caroll, for making this such a wonderful experience. You are simply the best!+0Posted on Google![]()
Humberto Henriques5 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The team was very professional and the job was done with perfection.Posted on Google![]()
Roy Mehta8 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Excellent service was provided for my NEO glass shower. The transaction was perfectly smooth, from the initial estimate and measurements to the final glass installation. I am extremely happy with the artistry and quality. I highly recommend Modern Glass Design for its custom glasswork.Posted on Google![]()
Tricia Suchodolski8 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We compared four companies to craft our new custom shower glass doors. Not only was Modern glass the best warranty and cost, their customer service (Caroll) is outstanding! They were so easy to work and communicate with.... a little too good, I was waiting for the catch. Today was installation day and the team was great! Friendly, tidy and efficient! No Catch- just a local family business who honors their mission: "Give every customer beautiful, well-built glass, installed right, with honest advice and clear communication from the first call to the final walkthrough."+0Posted on Google![]()
Volker Rast18 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Bought glass here on several occasions for desktops, night stands and mirrors. Always best price (compared to online & area stores) and good service. I don’t even try anywhere else anymore.Posted on Google![]()
Kevin McLennand21 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Wonderful experience! We have a very oddly sized shower, and the team at Modern Glass did an amazing job removing the old framed door, and then installing a beautiful new frameless shower door. There was some very minor leaking along the bottom of the door after the first use of the shower, but that was to be expected, and Modern Glass came out first thing in the morning to make the needed adjustments, and everything is good to go! Great customer service, and excellent professionalism. Thanks!Posted on Google![]()
Mahvassh Abreu23 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Modern Glass and Shower Doors Inc did a great job changing my old bathroom shower door to the new glass one. They were very clean and removed the old one carefully so they didn’t break the tiles. Carol is very nice and makes sure that the job is done correctly. I strongly recommend them.Posted on Google![]()
Richard29 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Modern Glass installed new shower doors to replace my old worn shower doors. I am extremely happy with the new doors. They are high quality and fit perfectly. Service was prompt and professional. I would highly recommend them.Posted on Google![]()
Laura Lindsay32 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We needed a basic frameless shower door in a small bathroom. The entire process took less than 2 weeks from estimate to installation. The estimator arrived on time as did the installers, who were also very efficient in completing the job. Very impressed!Posted on Google![]()
Paul Wiest48 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Our shower needed to be refreshed and Modern Glass provided a competitive quote which we went with. Angel did a great job measuring the shower and the glass was installed less than a week later. The shower looks so much better. Overall Modern Glass provided excellent communication and I highly recommend them for anything you need done.