Clever Glazing Designs

Range of clever and unusual architectural glazing designs including windows and doors.
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Thermally broken glass windows to Cloisters of Exeter cathedral
A seamless addition to the newly renocated Exeter cathedral sees the installation of the glazing systems within the cloisters. This extensive refurbishement (the first significant renovation since the 19th Century) is tastefully installed with thermally broken windows stepped into the building's stonework concealing the frames. Click on the following link to learn about our structural glazing system, Invisio.
Bespoke steel framed curtain walling to Victorian London multi-use development
Clever detail was applied to the prestigious Grainhouse workplace with bespoke steel framed curtain walling. This substantial development by Barr Gazetas spans five storeys which overlapped two buildings. Each fixing of the steel framed curtain walling was completely bespoke making it such an impressive and sympathetic refurbishment. Click on the link to learn more about the bespoke steel fixtures on this award-winning London glazing project.
Clerestory glass to Oxfordshire Palace
Clerestory glass to Oxford Palace draws in light from all angles. See clerestory glass on our website.
Glass porch design gains useable space and natural light
Using glass to create a new porch can be a great way to make an impact right from the first look. Take a look at this clever glass porch design. Click here to read our technical article
Doors within the glass facade at Rhodes House
IQ Projects recently collaborated with Stanton Williams to develop the garden pavilion at Oxford's Grade II listed Rhodes House. The glass doors within the glass facade were engineered by IQ's technical team to seamless integrate into this awe-inspiring pavilion. Click on the link to learn more about our structural glass.
Elevating a sense of light and space to expansive glazed London property
A London period property, once dark and narrow, feels elevated and light with expanive glazing including glass floors to the frirst floor maintaining maximum natural light throught. The narrow property even uses frameless glass stairs and balustrades maximising limited light while making its occupants feel that they are floating between both levels. Visit our website for more on our expansive glazing range of products.
Hidden pocket doors to new build family home
Making the best of views and access to the outdoors through slim framed sliding glass pocket doors which disappear into the cavity of the walls leaving maximum aperture, ideal for family living. Click on the link to learn more about this unique hidden pocket door design by Smerin Architects using timber and frameless glazing.
A glass extension maximises height with concealed drainage system
A glass extension maximises height with concealed drainage system by angling the glass roof back towards the building instead of away, then the glass extension gets taller as it spans away from the existing structure. The highest point of the glass extension will then be the front elevation or the glass doors. The glass wall or glass doors of the extension can then be full height, maximising views, and space at this important elevation. Visit our website to read the full article.
Frameless pill shape arched windows breathe new life into an Old Rectory
A poorly extended care home abandoned in the 80's is given a new lease of life through a sympathetic and extensive restoration with our Invisio frameless pill shape arched windows. The frameless glass of the pill shaped windows elevates the design offering views out from the new kitchen extension.
Overhanging structural glass window to modern luxury newbuild
A 400kg structurtal glass shard stands tall in this James Bond Villain-esque new build. Inspired by its former site, the clever design nods to the angled bricks and shards tof glass to the former quarry. Click on the link to read more about this awe-inspiring structual glass shard design.
Concealed pocket door to Brixton House
Concealed glass pocket doors throughout this end of terrace award winning London property slide into the wall cavity maximising the aperture of the transitions to the outside. The clever use of concealed pockets lead this project into scopping a 'Don't Move Improve Award. Click on the link to read more.
Double height glazing to London terraced home with restricted access
Ever wonder how oversized double height glass can be successfully installed to London mid terrace properties with limited access? IQ Glass's logistical team thrive on solving problems. Click on the link to read the Gloucester Walk double height glazed extension on our website.
Double height gable end glass creates a light-filled atrium
Double height gable end glass creates a lightfilled atrium to renovated Windsor home. The structural double height glass follows the pitched gable end towards the roof maximising natural light throughout the reception, stairwell and hallways. This impressive renovation with double height glass featured in Build it as 'Project of the Month'.
Maximise full height glass extensions with clever design tips
Maximise full height glass extensions with clever design tips such as concealing unsightly drainage pipework to the rear of the extension. Read our Guide to maximising full height glass extensions on the link.
Window box seat draws in views of the Stonor Valley
A structural window box seat to a Grade II listed property in The Chilterns overlooking the Stonor Valley. The structural window box seat with architectural glazing by IQ allowed for a frameless opening corner configuration blurring the boundaries between insuide and outside. Click on the link to read more clever details within the structural glazing applications on our website.