# Ariana Makau and Nzilani Glass Conservation: At the Intersection of Equity, Preservation and Art

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Podcast: [Talking Out Your Glass podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/talking-out-your-glass-podcast-558080)
Published: 2026-04-15T13:34:00+00:00
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Ariana Makau, founder of Nzilani Glass Conservation, was the second person in the world – and the first woman – to receive a Master's Degree in Stained Glass Conservation from the Royal College of Art in London. Equally comfortable on a job site, at a board meeting or in a museum, Makau has over 30 years of experience with art and architectural preservation. Her work is most fulfilling at the intersection of equity, preservation and art. Nzilani Glass Conservation is an award-winning firm and one of the few companies in the United States qualified to create new or preserve historical glass works . Makau's company specializes in architectural art glass providing safe, museum-quality services for private residences, historic buildings and museums. Collaborating with high-end metal and woodworkers, engineers, and general contractors to solve unique problems, Nzilani's creative solutions pair old-school fabrication with modern techniques. With core values " Be Safe. Have Fun. Do Excellent Work ", Nzilani leads the industry in best practices for protection from lead exposure with the idea that being aware of your environment frees one to do their best work and have fun while doing it. Working with stained glass requires following strict protocols regarding environmental safety, the proper handling of hazardous materials such as lead and asbestos, and a profound knowledge of structural integrity during fabrication. Says Makau: "As the recognized leader in the field, we adhere to the most current Cal/OSHA Health & Safety standards throughout all processes. It is a cornerstone at Nzilani, and our highest priority, to maintain the health and safety of our employees, clients, contractors and all those who come in contact with the windows. This includes, but is not exhaustive of,…

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