The primary focus of James Carpenter Design Associates is the exploration of the natural phenomena of light in transmission, reflection and refraction as they influence architecture. Exploring the unique opportunities afforded by the transparency, reflectivity and compressive strength of glass, this work seeks to control light as it affects spatial and temporal boundaries, allowing the expression of structure to give form to the phenomenon of light. The site of this transformation is explored as a dynamic and functional element of architectural space, crossing the boundaries between architecture, engineering and fine arts.