Structural Glass Canopies - Structural Glass

Frameless Glass Canopy

Frameless glass canopies create a modern addition to the external face of properties. Utilising glass in building design, especially glass canopies, adds a contemporary twist to the faade while enhancing the surrounding architectural design.

They can be used for a variety of external additions including balconies and to create a contemporary front porch. Glass canopies can also be designed to offer a shelter over seating areas next to buildings, such as a bench placed against the external face of the building.

The minimalistic design of the structural glass canopy creates an elegant design, its invisibility allows for the surrounding building aesthetic to make a statement. For an incredibly clear design, IQ recommend using low iron glass which removes the green tinge often seen in standard float glass to ensure a beautifully clear finish.

Structural glass canopies can be created by extending glass from an existing glass roof, glass link, glass box extension or as a new structural glass element cantilevered to the brickwork and structure of the property.

Glass Canopy Design

Glass Canopies create a contemporary finish to properties while providing a beautifully designed shelter that is practical but doesnt block out daylight or obstruct the surrounding architecture. These structural glass canopies can be used for shelter in various locations around properties including; glass porches, sheltered walk ways and sheltered outdoor dining areas.

The addition of a structural glass canopy can both enhance the architectural design of the property and create a unique design feature itself. There are several glass options that can be used for a glass canopy such as Sand-blasted glass and decorative interlayers. Sand-blasted glass is great to add privacy for overlooked entrances as the sand-blasted glass allows light to flow through but not vision.

Similarly, a decorative interlayer can provide a small amount of privacy, however, you will still be able to see through the glass to a certain extent and light can still shine through.