Glass Roots Terrariums (GRT)

Custom Vivariums. Designed to Inspire. Built to Last.

Glass Roots Terrariums (GRT) is the custom enclosure division of Joe's Glass, specializing in handcrafted glass habitats for reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, tropical plants, and bioactive ecosystems.


Every enclosure is individually built by Casy Ladd, owner of Joe's Glass, combining years of professional glass fabrication experience with a passion for creating high-quality habitats. From compact display enclosures to large custom installations, each build is designed for durability, functionality, and exceptional clarity.

Our custom enclosures can include:


  • Euro-style ventilation systems for natural airflow
  • Custom dimensions and layouts
  • Sliding or hinged doors
  • Hidden drainage and false-bottom systems
  • Waterfalls and water features
  • Bioactive-ready construction
  • Lighting and equipment integration
  • Custom displays for homes, businesses, schools, and zoos
  • Bringing the Habitat to Life


While GRT creates the enclosure itself, Chaotic Exotic transforms it into a living ecosystem.


Owned by Dayne Baker, Chaotic Exotic specializes in designing naturalistic and bioactive interiors that recreate the environments animals would experience in nature. Every habitat is thoughtfully planned with both aesthetics and animal welfare in mind.


Interior design services include:


  • Hand-sculpted rock backgrounds
  • Waterfalls and flowing streams
  • Bioactive ecosystems
  • Live tropical plants and moss
  • Cork bark and natural wood features
  • Hidden filtration and drainage systems
  • Custom landscapes designed for the specific species being housed


Each habitat is built to encourage natural behaviors while creating a stunning display piece.

A man is installing a window in a building.
A man is installing a window in a building.

Healthy Animals for Healthy Habitats


Chaotic Exotic also responsibly breeds and raises a variety of exotic animals that can be paired with a custom GRT enclosure or purchased independently.

Depending on availability, this may include:


  • Tarantulas
  • Scorpions
  • Stick insects
  • Isopods
  • Springtails
  • Geckos
  • Dart frogs
  • Other select exotic species

By understanding the needs of the animals firsthand, every habitat is designed with proper husbandry, enrichment, and long-term success in mind.


A Complete Habitat Solution

Together, Joe's Glass, Glass Roots Terrariums, and Chaotic Exotic provide a complete turnkey experience.

Casy Ladd builds the custom glass enclosure through Glass Roots Terrariums.

Dayne Baker, through Chaotic Exotic, designs and installs the naturalistic interior ecosystem and can supply healthy, captive-bred animals when available.

The result is more than just a terrarium—it's a complete, living ecosystem built with craftsmanship, creativity, and a shared passion for the natural world. Whether you're looking for an empty custom enclosure, a fully planted bioactive habitat, or a complete setup with its future inhabitants, our goal is to create beautiful environments where both animals and people can thrive.