Searching for corporate team building workshops on the Peninsula with a result people actually keep? In this Turkish mosaic lamp class in downtown Burlingame, each guest designs and builds a glowing mosaic lamp from colored glass tiles, beads and grout, with an instructor guiding every stage.
The studio runs Turkish mosaic sessions at its Burlingame location on Burlingame Avenue, a short walk from downtown cafes and minutes from Highway 101. The class takes about two and a half hours, needs no craft experience, and ends with the satisfying moment when every lamp is switched on and the colors light up the room.
Included in the Class
- A Turkish-style lamp for every guest to decorate and keep
- Glass mosaic tiles in
Searching for corporate team building workshops on the Peninsula with a result people actually keep? In this Turkish mosaic lamp class in downtown Burlingame, each guest designs and builds a glowing mosaic lamp from colored glass tiles, beads and grout, with an instructor guiding every stage.
The studio runs Turkish mosaic sessions at its Burlingame location on Burlingame Avenue, a short walk from downtown cafes and minutes from Highway 101. The class takes about two and a half hours, needs no craft experience, and ends with the satisfying moment when every lamp is switched on and the colors light up the room.
Included in the Class
- A Turkish-style lamp for every guest to decorate and keep
- Glass mosaic tiles in many colors, beads, adhesive and grout
- Aprons, tools and protective table covers
- Instructor guidance on pattern planning, tile setting and grouting
- A private studio room, set up before you arrive and cleaned afterward
From Glass Pieces to a Glowing Lamp
The instructor opens with a short demonstration of traditional mosaic motifs, such as stars, waves and geometric bands, and shows how to plan a design that wraps around the globe. Guests then choose their colors and set tiles and beads one piece at a time while the instructor helps at each table. Grouting and polishing come last, followed by the reveal.
Why It Works for Teams
Setting glass is calm, absorbing work that leaves room for easy conversation, which makes it one of the more relaxed team building workshops you can book. Every lamp turns out different, so comparing designs is a natural icebreaker. It suits offsites, holiday parties, employee appreciation days and smaller executive team building workshops, and it is equally popular for birthdays and bachelorette parties. Guests aged eight and up can join, with children accompanied by an adult who also holds a spot.
Group Size and Booking
Pricing is per guest with a ten-guest minimum, and the class takes up to forty guests. Book two to three weeks ahead for private groups and earlier for the holiday season. Planners comparing team building workshop ideas often pair the class with a food add-on for a full afternoon.
Food and Drinks
The studio kitchen serves locally roasted coffee and an in-house menu you can add to your booking: salad, cheese and fruit platters, charcuterie boards, scones with clotted cream, pizzas, sandwiches, kabob plates, chocolate cake, cookies, and wine or champagne by the bottle. Dietary preferences can be accommodated with notice, and outside food may be allowed for private events with prior approval and a service fee.
The Burlingame Studio
The Burlingame studio sits on Burlingame Avenue in the heart of downtown, about 2,100 square feet of open, light-filled space with original paintings on every wall, tables and chairs, restrooms and a full kitchen. Street parking and nearby public lots are a short walk away, and Highway 101 is minutes from the door. It is a women-owned, 5.0-star rated creative studio founded by a professionally trained artist with a Master of Fine Arts in Contemporary Painting.
Getting There
The studio is in the heart of downtown Burlingame, close to San Mateo, Millbrae and San Francisco, with Highway 101 a few minutes away. Street parking and nearby public lots make arrival easy, and the surrounding blocks of Burlingame Avenue are full of restaurants and cafes if your group wants to keep the celebration going afterward.
Good to Know
No art experience is needed for any session at the studio, and the step-by-step teaching keeps beginners and experienced makers working side by side. Designs and colors can be customized for your occasion, and studio gift cards are available for guests who want to come back for another class.
Book the Class
Share your date and headcount, and the studio will prepare a lamp, glass and a seat for every guest. Check availability through this listing to plan a creative session your group will remember each time they switch on their lamp.
