Architectural Glazing Is About Priorities, Not Unlimited Budgets One of the most persistent misconceptions surrounding architectural glazing is that it belongs exclusively to exceptional homes with exceptional budgets. Contemporary architecture is often presented through dramatic photography featuring vast walls of glass, expansive sliding doors and ambitious structural engineering, creating the impression that architectural glazing is […]
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The Biggest Glazing Decision Is Where It Goes When homeowners begin planning an extension, the conversation about glazing often starts with products. Should the project include sliding doors, bifold doors or fixed glass? Which frame material is best? How large can the panes be? While these are important questions, architects rarely begin there. They know […]
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Bigger Glass Changes More Than the View Large-format glazing has become one of the defining features of contemporary residential architecture. Expansive sliding doors, floor-to-ceiling windows and wide glazed openings promise uninterrupted views, generous daylight and a stronger connection with the landscape. These are compelling qualities, and when thoughtfully designed they can transform the experience of […]
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Bigger Glass Is Not Automatically Better Architecture Walk through the pages of an architectural magazine or scroll through social media and it is easy to conclude that bigger glazing is always better. Entire walls of glass, dramatic sliding doors and uninterrupted floor-to-ceiling elevations have become visual symbols of luxury home design. While these projects can […]