Maximising views on tricky sloping building sites When a house is located on a sloping site there are always logistical challenges and complexities, but the possible views are amazing. The proper use of architectural glazing on a sloping site home offers excellent opportunity to maximise views from the elevated site position. Below are some brilliant […]
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Our ‘Glazing for Self-Builders’ eGuide – Sign Up for Free
Sign up for our free email guide all about glazing for your self–build When you are planning your self-build, the glazing specification is so important and there are so many technical aspects to consider. Self-builders are taking on a big challenge when they begin their projects, and you must quickly become experts in so many […]
How to Use Structural Glass and Slim Framed Sliding Glass Doors Together
For projects looking for a minimal frame design to their glazing slim framed sliding glass doors are the first choice. With sightlines as slim as 21mm and a frameless finish at the head and base, the glass doors offer the perfect solution for the encouragement of internal-external merging; a popular design consideration for modern living […]
What is Biophilic Design and How Can Glazing Help?
How to use glazing to achieve a biophilic architectural design Biophilic design started as an interior design trend, based around forging a strong connection to nature from within the home, incorporating living plants and natural materials. The trend has grown steadily and evolved into an architectural trend as well as an interior trend, using large […]
Sliding Doors With Hidden Track Curtains
Add a soft edge to minimalist glazing installations Large elevations of slim framed or frameless glass designs are the epitome of luxury, allowing floods of light into interior living spaces and boasting uninterrupted views of the surrounding environment. When specifying these systems, solar control and privacy are two factors that must be considered at the […]
Strategic Use of Roof Glazing
Roof glazing is a great architectural glazing solution to bring light into internal spaces. Having glass within the roof means that you can achieve optimum light ingress throughout the day, something that is not possible with vertical glazings such as frameless glass walls or sliding doors. As with all architectural glazing, the use of glass […]
Descending Window Systems in Action
Luxury living IQ is proud to reveal one of their new projects, showcasing a flawless descending structural window system in action. Oozing luxury and elegant simplicity, this Hollywood home features descending window systems to forge a strong connection between the lounge and their outdoor swimming pool area. The large descending glass facade frames 3 sides […]
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 […]
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 […]
Structural Glass Facades vs Slim Façade Systems
When you are looking to create entire walls of glass as part of a design there are various options at your disposal. In most cases when designing a wall of glass you want the glass to be the prominent feature of the façade. This means minimising the framing and using the largest glass panes feasible. […]
