Designing Architectural Glazing with High Wind Load on Windows Cornwall and the Southwest of the UK have some of the most stunning views in the country, with elevated plots for coastal views and direct access onto beaches or beautiful countryside. But these projects also come with some specific challenges, the main one being the […]
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6 Examples of Glazing for a Home on a Sloping Site
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 […]
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 […]
Glass Extension to Boy George’s House for Sale
Glass Extension Adds Space and Light to Musician’s London Home Boy George’s house in Hampstead has just been listed for sale, featuring a large glass extension and glass link to the kitchen and rear of the property by IQ Glass. The gothic mansion overlooking Hampstead Heath was originally built in 1868 but has recently undergone […]
Contemporary House With Bespoke Glazing in Portree Skye, Scotland
A bespoke glazing package was specified from IQ for this contemporary house in Portree Skye in Scotland. Our dedicated Midlands & North division are currently working on this contemporary new build in Portree Skye on the Isle of Skye in Scotland, designing and installing a bespoke glazing package to capitalize on the stunning surrounding views. […]
The Construction Story of the Floating Glass Box
How we designed and built the floating glass box at the Showroom The Invisio SkyBox floating glass box is a key feature of the £1.5M IQ Glass showroom refurbishment which is now open to visitors. This bespoke structural glass feature is fully glazed and cantilevered from the first floor office creating a floating all […]
New build Passivhaus dubbed James Bond villain house!
Passivhaus structural glazing was used to create a bespoke leaning window box. IQ Glass are currently working on a futuristic new build Passivhaus in Haywards Heath, providing a bespoke glazing package to create a modern architectural design that is being built under Paragraph 80 (previously Paragraph 79) standards. The long and complex installation is drawing […]
Glazing Trends In 2022
Key architectural glazing trends to look out for this year. Now that 2022 is here, our team of glazing experts have been putting together a list of trends to watch out for over the next year. There are a number of glazing trends we’ve seen before, as well as some new and exciting trends that are sure to […]
Rooftop Gardens and Glazing
See how our glazing systems can be used to create modern rooftop gardens. Rooftop gardens are in high demand, and it’s easy to see why. With living space becoming an increasingly precious commodity, installing a roof garden is the perfect way for residents to transform an undesirable and unused part of their home into a […]
