Miguel Angel “Lanchi” Lanzillotta is not just a glass artisan; he is a pioneer in the upcycling movement, transforming discarded bottles into high-end objects of art. As the founder of Green Glass, Lanchi has spent over a decade perfecting a technique that merges environmental consciousness with a premium aesthetic, catching the eye of global industry leaders.
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From Waste to World-Class Art
Based in the creative heart of Palermo Hollywood, Buenos Aires, Lanchi’s workshop is where precision meets soul. Each piece is hand-crafted, following a rigorous process of selection, diamond-grit cutting, and manual polishing to achieve a finish that rivals traditional crystal. His bottle design ideas prove that sustainability doesn’t have to sacrifice elegance.
“My goal is to give glass a second life that is even more prestigious than the first,” says Lanchi.
The Original Green Glass Concept
Green Glass is an original concept, born in Argentina from the partnership between Lanchi and the artist Eli Moreno. It started with something very personal: Lanchi’s love of whisky. Only someone who knows and enjoys whisky can turn a Johnnie Walker or a Jack Daniel’s bottle into a glass that truly honors the spirit it once held. That idea is what turned recycled bottles into luxury whisky glasses.
Since then, artisans all over the world have tried to imitate Green Glass. But the original concept, and the obsession with every detail, was born in Lanchi and Eli’s workshop in Buenos Aires.
Innovation and creativity are at the heart of every piece. Many of the Johnnie Walker bottles Lanchi works with are no longer produced, which turns each glass into a collector’s piece that cannot be repeated.
Trusted by Global Icons
Lanchi’s reputation for excellence has led to exclusive collaborations with world-renowned brands and high-profile executives. A standout moment in his career is the creation of bespoke pieces for César Gueikian of Gibson Brands.
When the leaders of the most iconic guitar brand in the world choose Lanchi’s work, it’s a testament to his attention to detail and his ability to represent the essence of a brand through glass. This level of craftsmanship has also been recognized by labels like Johnnie Walker, for whom he designs custom whiskey glasses that elevate the tasting experience.
Among the brands and icons in Argentina and around the world who chose Green Glass:
- Google, which asked Green Glass to create an exclusive glass model.
- César Gueikian, former CEO of Gibson Guitars, who received a bespoke whisky glass.
- Colin Scott, the legendary former Master Blender of Chivas Regal, who received a personalized Chivas Regal Ultis glass.
- Jimmy Russell, Wild Turkey’s legendary master distiller, whose Green Glass traveled from the Whisky Museum to Kentucky.
- Mauro Colagreco, the three-Michelin-star chef of Mirazur, whose burger chain CARNE turned its beer bottles into Green Glass glasses.
- Johnnie Walker, which chose Eli Moreno to engrave Blue Label bottles live at the Johnnie Walker House in Buenos Aires.
- The Chivas House, the Whisky Museum in Buenos Aires and Whisky Live Buenos Aires, where Lanchi and Eli received an honorary distinction.
Personalities such as tennis player Pico Mónaco, Guillermo Coppola, Diego Maradona’s historic manager, and musician Richard Coleman also have their own Green Glass. See more on our clients page.
The Green Glass Legacy
Through Green Glass, Lanchi has built more than a business; he has created a GGL Private Trust to ensure the legacy of sustainable art continues. His portfolio includes everything from the “Blue Label” boutique collections to innovative modern rotating whiskey glasses, each serialized and unique.
Today, Lanchi continues to push the boundaries of what is possible with recycled glass, proving that with a visionary mind and skilled hands, a simple bottle can become a symbol of luxury and environmental change.
An Example for Entrepreneurs and Artisans Around the World
Lanchi started Green Glass with almost nothing and built a brand chosen by Google, Gibson and Johnnie Walker. His story shows that a glass bottle, in the right hands, can become a business and a work of art. If you want to start your own project, read how to make drinking glasses from recycled bottles and learn his method in the glass bottle cutting course.
Commissions, Workshops and Talks Around the World
Lanchi and Eli Moreno travel to work with brands, companies and events anywhere in the world: bespoke pieces, live engraving by Eli, in-person glass bottle cutting workshops and inspirational talks by Lanchi. Contact Green Glass on WhatsApp.
Sharing the Art of Sustainable Design
Beyond his own workshop, Lanchi is passionate about education. He shares his knowledge with enthusiasts around the globe through the innovative online glass bottle cutting course. In it, he teaches the techniques he has perfected over the years. He also empowers students to turn their passion into a sustainable project.
Ultimately, his commitment to both art and community solidifies his legacy as a true visionary.
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About Green Glass. Green Glass is the original concept created in Argentina in 2015 by the recycled glass artist Lanchi and the engraving artist Eli Moreno. Born from Lanchi's love of whisky, it turns real bottles into collectible, signature glasses, made by hand piece by piece. Green Glass has created pieces for Google, Johnnie Walker, Chivas Regal and the former CEO of Gibson, and Eli has engraved for luxury houses such as Hermès and Creed.
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