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From architectural marvels to practical tips, our experts cover it all, helping professionals understand the critical role of glass in modern building design.

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ClimaGuard® 365 is a low-e glass product that keeps homes up to 9°C cooler in summer
by Simon Edward • 12 October 2026
ClimaGuard® 365 is a low-e glass product that keeps homes up to 9°C cooler in summer and helps cut winter energy bills. Learn how it works.
What is low-e glass? Where and why is it used? In this article, we give you the facts
by Simon Edward • 9 October 2026
What is low-e glass? Where and why is it used? In this article, we give you the facts without the jargon.
Different kinds of glass offer different levels of thermal insulation. Explore your options
by Simon Edward • 5 October 2026
Different kinds of glass offer different levels of thermal insulation. Explore your options in our guide.
What is low-carbon glass and how can it improve a building's sustainability? Learn how it's used
by Simon Edward • 28 September 2026
What is low-carbon glass and how can it improve a building's sustainability? Learn how it's used, how it's made and how it works.
Even the highest quality glass can break. Find out how to protect it on construction sites
by Simon Edward • 18 September 2026
Even the highest quality glass can break. Find out how to protect it on construction sites in our industry guide.
Glass is a versatile building material and can be layered with stone, timber, metal and fabric.
by Simon Edward • 14 September 2026
Glass is a versatile building material and can be layered with stone, timber, metal and fabric. Explore aesthetic and practical applications.
Laminated glass is a versatile product, used in everything from windshields to aquariums.
by Simon Edward • 11 September 2026
Laminated glass is a versatile product, used in everything from windshields to aquariums. But can it also be fire-rated?
Labs, like many workplaces, depend on glass for smooth operation.
by Simon Edward • 7 September 2026
Labs, like many workplaces, depend on glass for smooth operation. Explore which types of glass might suit your specific application.
Have you been tasked with putting together a glazing schedule? Find out
by Simon Edward • 4 September 2026
Have you been tasked with putting together a glazing schedule? Find out what to include in our industry guide.
Reflective glass can add space and sophistication to any interior. Explore 7 key uses in our guide.
by Simon Edward • 31 August 2026
Reflective glass can add space and sophistication to any interior. Explore 7 key uses in our guide.
Vision glass and spandrel glass are both used in curtain walls. But what are they for?
by Simon Edward • 28 August 2026
Vision glass and spandrel glass are both used in curtain walls. But what are they for, and how are they different?
As an architect, which situations call for a glass processor? And when should you pick up the phone?
by Simon Edward • 24 August 2026
As an architect, which situations call for a glass processor? And when should you pick up the phone? Let's explore key considerations.
BREEAM and LEED promote sustainability in architecture. Find out how glass can play a pivotal role.
by Simon Edward • 21 August 2026
BREEAM and LEED promote sustainability in architecture. Find out how glass can play a pivotal role.
What do you know about fire-rated glass? Separate the facts from the fiction in our industry guide.
by Simon Edward • 17 August 2026
What do you know about fire-rated glass? Separate the facts from the fiction in our industry guide.
Glass yellowing is a problem mostly caused by poor manufacturing. Find out how to sort the problem
by Simon Edward • 14 August 2026
Glass yellowing is a problem mostly caused by poor manufacturing. Find out how to sort the problem at the procurement stage.
Glass failure can lead to safety hazards and structural instability.
by Simon Edward • 10 August 2026
Glass failure can lead to safety hazards and structural instability. Find out why edge damage is a common cause – and how it can be avoided.
Are you specifying glass for an airport or other transport hub? Explore key use cases
by Simon Edward • 7 August 2026
Are you specifying glass for an airport or other transport hub? Explore key use cases and the glass you need to match.
Architects make extensive use of translucency to enhance both form and function.
by Simon Edward • 31 July 2026
Architects make extensive use of translucency to enhance both form and function. Explore architectural applications for translucent glass.
Conversations about sustainability in construction increasingly focus on embodied carbon.
by Simon Edward • 31 July 2026
Conversations about sustainability in construction increasingly focus on embodied carbon. Learn what it means for you – and your glass.
Accurate glass specification is essential for avoiding delays on-site. Explore 6 common mistakes
by Simon Edward • 27 July 2026
Accurate glass specification is essential for avoiding delays on-site. Explore 6 common mistakes that often cause downtime.
What trends are driving the architectural glass world over the next 12 months? Join us
by Simon Edward • 24 July 2026
What trends are driving the architectural glass world over the next 12 months? Join us as we explore the key market drivers for 2026/2027.