Why Glass

Architectural glass as panels, doors, walls, systems, windows and more permits natural light to illuminate a space to effect many positive benefits in office, school, retail, healing and industrial environments.

By affecting the body's chemistry, light can improve health and help cure medical ailments. By providing a source of natural light, architectural glass can save energy costs, contribute to an aesthetic environment, and enhance personal comfort and well-being. Because the material possesses such a long design life, the need for replacement is minimal, making glass a long-term financial investment. Studies have shown that improved interior lighting with architectural glass:

IN THE OFFICE:

  • can increase worker productivity
  • reduce office worker absenteeism and contribute to fewer sick days
  • enhance energy-efficiency
  • enhance personal comfort and well-being
  • alleviate common problems such as oversleeping, overeating, energy loss and work disturbance
  • decrease the occurrence of headaches
  • help cure rickets, osteomalacia and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • increase the intake of Vitamin D
  • secure financial savings

IN SCHOOLS:

  • reduce utility costs for school districts
  • improve student attendance and academic performance
  • improve health from increase in Vitamin D intake
  • create a less stressful environment for students

IN RETAIL ENVIRONMENTS:

  • enhance store environments
  • increase retail sales
  • create a more pleasant shopping experience
  • attract/encourage customers to enter the store
  • improve color rendering

IN HEALING ENVIRONMENTS:

  • improve patient recovery rates
  • allow for proper vision for the elderly in assisted living facilities
  • benefit hospital staff because of the amiable environment

IN INDUSTRIAL ENVIRONMENTS:

  • increase physical and psychological health
  • increase productivity
  • enhance employee safety