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for Word
From energy matters to decorative aesthetics, architects talk
about glass and glazing trends and reasons for using these materials.
Glass
in Action
New glass products do everything from reducing energy
costs to mitigating threats and many will be on display during the GlassBuild
America show. See what some companies are doing to ready for the event.
Closer
Than You Think
Distance-wise, Australia may be a long journey from the United
States, but the glass and glazing trends of the two countries are in close alignment.
Columns and Departments
From
the Editor
Glass
Tech
Guestbook
Projects
New
Product Focus
Education
and Resources
On the Cover:
Designed by U.K. firm Zaha Hadid Architects, the
new Guangzhou Opera House in Guangzhou, China, features unique glazing details.
Turn to page 10 to read more.
Photography © Virgile Simon Bertrand/www.virgilebertrand.com.
Architects' Guide to Glass
& Metal
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