How to build a new home in the countryside – a guide to glazing design under Paragraph 79 Self-building a home to meet the stringent P79 criteria requires both a great deal of careful planning, as well as hunting for exceptionally performing materials and products. This article explores some of the key aspects to consider when choosing […]
architectural glazing
IQ Glass Group: Top 5 Projects of 2019
The top 5 projects from 2019, as voted for by the team at IQ IQ Glass have worked on some outstanding architectural projects throughout the years and 2019 was no different. The year saw some impressive renovation projects where many architects focused on the ‘don’t move, improve’ incentive but equally many architects created some stunning […]
5 Year Anniversary of moving into the Sky House Design Centre
Happy Anniversary Sky House! Today is the 5 Year anniversary of IQ Glass moving into the Sky House Design Centre in Amersham! Happy Anniversary Sky House! This week we had a look back over pictures from 5 years ago when Sky House materialised from an old warehouse into a luxury architectural glazing showroom. Join us […]
The IQ Group: Top 10 Projects of 2018
The Top 10 Projects as chosen by the IQ Team IQ® Glass are lucky enough to work on some of the UK’s most prestigious residential architectural projects and 2018 was no exception. We asked the IQ® Team to vote for their favourite project completed in 2018, these are the top 10 projects: Chestnut Ridge This […]
Steel framed windows from IQ Glass
Elegant Art Deco style glazing Art Deco style glazing is growing in popularity due to the on-trend Bauhaus aesthetic achieved with these steel systems. The slim vertical and horizontal steel glazing bars create a sophisticated appearance that nods to traditional industrial glazing design. Although these systems have a heritage look, their performance values exceed modern […]
Behind the Scenes at IQ – How Architectural Glass is Installed
Improving our showroom by replacing new architectural glass The IQ Glass Showroom in Amersham is the first-choice location for anyone looking to include architectural glazing on their projects. Therefore, it is important that we keep the space up to date with the latest glass technologies and products, enabling us to provide our clients with the […]
Structural + Architectural Glazing CPD Seminars from IQ
Our extremely popular CPD seminars cover a wide range of the glazing solutions offered by IQ Glass, suitable for both residential and commercial projects. The presentation, led by one of IQ Glass’s Technical Executives, provides an insight into our range of products, alongside a technical explanation of their function and design flexibility. IQ Glass introduced […]
7 Best Design Options For Slim Framed Doors
Architects and specifiers are always looking for new and interesting ways to create a slim and minimal design to their glazing. But when you are looking at specifying a slim door system there are many other elements to consider such as performance, design and opening types. Not all slim framed door systems are created equal […]
IQ Shortlisted for Don’t Move Improve Awards 2018
One of our projects – Keeling House – has been shortlisted for this years Don’t Move, Improve! awards. The renovation project took an old water tank at the top of a Grade II listed building and converted it into a two floor apartment. Our minimal windows sliding doors as well as bespoke structural glazing helped […]
What To Consider When Specifying Structural Glass
When looking to include structural glass on any project there are various elements of design, logistics and specification that you will need to keep in mind. The design and installation of structural glazing is not a simple process. Each installation has to be painstakingly detailed and designed. The glazing company you choose should have an […]
