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Soneva Art & Glass

Soneva Fushi

Soneva Art & Glass

In the Maldives’ first hot glass studio at Soneva Fushi, we create beauty from what others consider waste. From bespoke glassware for our villas and restaurants to striking works of art, all of the exquisite pieces are recycled from used glass bottles from Soneva Fushi and our other nearby resorts.

Selected works from acclaimed artists, including Lino Tagliapietra, Tobias Mohl and Martin Janecky, among others, are also available to purchase at the So Glassycle studio.

A glassblower carefully shapes a hot glass object with a wooden tool in front of a glowing furnace. The partially formed glass piece is being held by another person using a cloth for protection. The workshop, reminiscent of the exclusive experiences offered at Soneva in the Maldives, buzzes with heat and metallic elements.
A male glassblower with curly hair demonstrates his craft to a young girl with braided hair and wearing a colorful dress. Using glassblowing tools, he creates intricate designs while she watches attentively, experiencing this Maldives exclusive experience at Soneva's renowned workshop.
Close-up of a glassblowing process. A pair of pincers delicately shapes an incandescent sphere of glass at the end of a metal rod, glowing with a warm amber hue. The background is blurred, emphasizing the craftsmanship reminiscent of a Maldives Exclusive Experience at Soneva resorts.
A spacious, dimly-lit glassblowing studio with high ceilings. Two people are working with molten glass near a furnace. A large green vase sits prominently on a wooden table in the foreground, reminiscent of an exclusive Soneva design. Various glassblowing tools and equipment are scattered throughout the space.
Two people in a glassblowing studio work together on shaping molten glass. One person manipulates the glass with tools, while the other assists with a long rod. They wear protective eyewear and gloves as the furnace glows intensely in the background, crafting what could be a Maldives exclusive experience at Soneva.
A person wearing a pink headband and safety glasses is shaping molten glass with a blowpipe in a glassblowing studio. The red-hot glass piece is being heated in a furnace while various tools are placed on a table nearby, making it feel like an exclusive experience at Soneva in the Maldives.
A person wearing a red shirt and glasses is shaping hot glass using a blowpipe in a glassblowing workshop. Industrial equipment, including a fan and control panels, are visible in the background. The partially-formed glass piece is glowing and semi-transparent, an artistry reminiscent of a Maldives Exclusive Experience at Soneva.
Two people use a handheld torch and wooden paddles to shape a large, glowing piece of molten glass in a workshop. The glass is orange with purple accents, and flames are visible from the torch. Tools and equipment are scattered on a workbench nearby—a true Maldives Exclusive Experience at Soneva.
Three people, all wearing blue headbands and protective glasses, engage in glassblowing activities in a studio. One person guides a rod with molten glass while the others assist. The studio, reminiscent of a Maldives exclusive experience at Soneva, boasts various equipment and tools, including a large yellow gas cylinder.
A woman in a black outfit and dark sunglasses is engaged in glassblowing, reminiscent of the meticulous artistry often seen at Soneva's Maldives Exclusive Experience. She uses a blowtorch to shape a glowing piece of glass amidst workshop equipment and a furnace.

Soneva Art & Glass at Soneva Fushi is delighted to host Karen Willenbrink-Johnsen for an art residency from March 1 – 27, 2025.

Karen Willenbrink-Johnsen is an acclaimed American glass artist known for her nature-inspired sculptures. Her work, often created in collaboration with her husband, Jasen Johnsen, combines technical precision with a deep reverence for the natural world. She has received numerous accolades, including the Acquisition Award from the Tacoma Art Museum (2006) and a Louis Comfort Tiffany Award nomination (1994).

Willenbrink-Johnsen’s work has been featured in prestigious exhibitions, including the Corning Museum of Glass and the 52nd Annual International Glass Invitational at Habatat Galleries (2024). As a dedicated educator, she has taught at the Corning Museum of Glass and Pilchuck Glass School. With her innovative approach and passion for nature, Willenbrink-Johnsen continues to make a significant impact on the world of contemporary glass art.

 Our Past Visiting Artists

Two people stand in a lush, outdoor setting surrounded by large trees. They are both smiling and holding colorful glass sculptures. The table in front of them displays more glass art pieces and some papers, evoking the creative vibe akin to a Maldives Exclusive Experience at Soneva.
Setsu & Shinobu Ito
A person with long blonde hair, wearing a sleeveless black dress, is standing outdoors in front of a building. Behind them, a glass window displays "TRINE DRIVSHOLM." Lush green plants are in the foreground, creating a scene that evokes the exclusivity of a Maldives experience like Soneva.
Trine Drivsholm
A man in a black polo shirt stands next to a modern art sculpture featuring two blue glass shapes enclosed in a rectangular metal frame. The background, reminiscent of a Maldives exclusive experience at Soneva, includes wooden panels and a wall-mounted light fixture. The man is smiling with his hands by his sides.
Jiun Ho
Janusz Poźniak
A person with short hair and glasses, wearing a plaid shirt and protective sleeve, holds a large, glowing orange glass piece at the end of a metal rod. Another person in glasses uses a tool to shape it while a third observer watches, reminiscent of the craftsmanship seen in Maldives Exclusive Experience by Soneva.
Clare Belfrage
A man holding a black tool shapes molten glass as a woman assists by holding the glass item, with several onlookers in the background. They are in a workshop setting, surrounded by glassblowing equipment and tools. This Maldives Exclusive Experience at Soneva is well-lit with natural light.
Lino Tagliapietra
A person is holding up a circular piece of broken green and clear glass, shaped like an abstract star, in front of their face. The background is blurred, showing lush green trees and part of a building. Wearing a blue shirt, the scene captures the essence of a Maldives exclusive experience at Soneva.
Bongchull Shin
A man in a white shirt stands in an art gallery with wooden floors, surrounded by colorful abstract glass sculptures displayed on white pedestals and walls. The space, reminiscent of a Maldives Exclusive Experience at Soneva, is well-lit with a minimalist design.
Scott Chaseling
A glassblower is creating an orange glass object by shaping molten glass with a long metal tube. The artisan's gloved hands hold the tools carefully amid a workshop setting. The glowing glass piece, reminiscent of the brilliant sunsets in a Maldives exclusive experience at Soneva, contrasts with the metallic, rugged workbench surface.

Experiences at Soneva Art & Glass

Glassblowing Class

Enjoy the truly rare experience of learning how to blow glass in Soneva Fushi’s Art & Glass Studio. Our experienced team of glass specialists work very closely with our guests to create their very own masterpiece to take home. All works created at the Art & Glass Studio are made using recycled glass bottles from Soneva Fushi and other nearby resorts. A personalized tour of the Soneva Art Gallery and the Soneva Glass Boutique is available upon request.

Paperweight Class

Our paperweight lesson offers the rare experience of trying your hand at an age-old tradition. It is an exciting introduction to working with molten glass. The studio team will help guide you through the fundamentals of the glass making process, creating your own artwork that captures your experience.

Available at So Glassycle

Selected works from acclaimed visiting artists, including Setsu & Shinobu Ito, Clare Belfrage and Janusz Poźniak, among others, are also available to purchase at the So Glassycle studio.

A man and a woman sit in front of a wooden-framed glass storefront displaying various pottery pieces, reminiscent of a Maldives Exclusive Experience. Both are holding black ceramic creations and appear relaxed. Green plants grow in the foreground, adding a natural touch to the scene.
A person holding a broken glass jar with both hands, sharp, jagged edges where it has shattered. The background is blurred, drawing attention to the jar and the person's hands with light-colored nail polish—a stark contrast to the serene beauty of a Maldives exclusive experience at Soneva.
A woman and a man are examining glass art pieces in a well-lit room. The woman is holding a clear glass bowl, while the man is holding a blue curved glass piece. Various glass artworks are displayed on a table and shelves in the background, evoking the exclusivity of a Maldives Soneva experience as they discuss the items.
People are engaged in various activities inside a spacious workshop with a high ceiling. The room, reminiscent of a Maldives exclusive experience at Soneva, features wooden workstations, industrial equipment, and large circular windows. Lush greenery is visible outside through an open door.

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