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Glass Block is a versatile and customizable building product that offers a wide range of benefits, making it an excellent choice for any project. One of the key advantages of glass block is its ability to be completely customized to match any existing opening. Whether you are looking to replace a traditional window or create a unique architectural feature, glass block can be tailored to meet your specific design needs.
Glass block walls are a design trend that has gained immense popularity in recent years, and it's not hard to see why. Not only do they add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any space, but they also offer a range of practical benefits that make them a smart choice for both residential and commercial areas.
There are so many reasons why an architect, home owner, or designer would choose glass block for a project. Glass block offers a beautiful, clean aesthetic while being affordable. Another reason to incorporate glass block is to replace any existing glass block. When it comes to glass block replacement, GBA is renowned for our remediation expertise and ability to match the existing glass block.
Glass block isn’t just for basement windows anymore. Because of their versatility and luminosity, glass bricks have become architects most desirable choice. They have the ability to brighten spaces while still providing a clean and modern look in homes, offices, schools, and many other places.
Glass is one of man’s most important and lasting inventions. Throughout the history of glass usage, it has been reimagined and adapted to applications ranging from dinnerware to packaging, to biotechnology and fiber optics, and to so much more. Glass is a critical component in windows, doors, and other interior features such as mirrors, picture frames, decorative vases, and bottles. It is also one of many elements architects and designers look to use when adding a "wow" factor to any project. At GBA, our line of walkable glass systems includes the largest supply of glass block in the United States, which means we have the custom glass wall or glass walking surface solution for you.
It is no secret that glass block is a dynamic, adaptable building material used to create everything from desks to partition walls to pet kennels. With hundreds of patterns, shapes, and finishes available to designers and architects, the possibilities are virtually endless when working with glass block. The idea of a glass block accent wall can be an exciting home or office improvement project, but it begs the question - how do you finish the end of the glass block wall so that it looks appealing?
When you hear accent walls, what do you think of? Maybe it’s your grandmas tacky dining room wall paper or maybe a DIY board and batten wall gone wrong. We are here to change the way you think of accent walls and let you know how aesthetically pleasing and practical they can be, especially when it is made out of glass block. Many associate glass block and glass bricks with the outdated architectural styles from the 1980s. With modern technology and design experts, glass block is being used in renovations of industrial lofts and restaurants, vintage storefront windows, and even as dividing walls between offices.
Some of our favorite ventures are renovating projects in our local area. Being a company located in the Cleveland/Akron area, we were thrilled to be chosen for an assignment in Youngstown, Ohio, only 65 miles from our office.
A zero lot line house is a piece of residential property where the house comes up or very near to the edge of the property line. A variety of properties can be considered zero lot lines, including town homes, garden homes, patio homes, and row houses. These homes can have one or two side yards and can be attached or detached. Typically, Zero lot line properties typically contain one side yard.
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