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How Stained Glass Windows Are Made

Westeck News

Content courtesy of Sash Windows London The Origin of Stained Glass Stained glass windows have been around for generations. During the rise of the Gothic, during the 12th century, the art of the stained-glass window flourished exceptionally.

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“Thermally Broken” Windows Explained

Westeck News

“Thermally broken” is a term used to describe a window’s construction in the windows and door manufacturing industry. Thermal breaks are a component of the window frame, but they also influence how temperature is transferred to other components of the window, such as the glass.

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Dezeen's top 10 innovative materials of 2023

Deezen

As part of our review of 2023 , Dezeen's design and environment editor Jennifer Hahn has rounded up 10 of this year's most significant material innovations , including bricks made from toxic soil and a 3D printer for wool.

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How to Modernize Your Home the Right Way: A Residential Architect’s Perspective

Aric Gitomer Architect

A modern home is today’s top trend when it comes to interiors. Changing consumer behavior is guiding residential architects toward uplifting and modernizing their designs. Choose Natural Materials. Organic and natural materials are a must when renovating your home for a modern look. Retain Only the Essential.

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From Float Glass to OLEDs: How Recent Advancements in Glass Technology Are Reshaping 21st Century Design

Architizer

Architizer’s A+Product Awards celebrate the manufacturers at the forefront of material innovation. In the early years, glass was a medium for divine storytelling. Although beautiful, the windows were not decorative. The new process allowed glass to be seen as a structural element rather than a decorative addition.

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Will Gamble Architects draws on desert modernism for London extension

Deezen

British studio Will Gamble Architects used natural materials throughout Palm Springs, a glazed extension to the back of a Grade II-listed house in north London. Located in a conservation area, the extension is informed by desert modernism, a style that emerged in Palm Springs during the mid-20th century.

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In New Jersey, a 1960s Home With a Heart of Glass Lists for $995K

Dwell

acres From the Agent : " Classic midcentury-modern design, with clean lines and grace of symmetry, makes this architectural delight so welcoming. Spaces, materials, and textures have been masterfully combined for one-level living perfectly set in a tranquil open meadow surrounded by forest.

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