DOUBLE CURVED STIFF GLASS
Type : PRODUCT / PROJECT
Patent : -
Year : 2013
Status : BUILT
Studio : VS-A
Client : OMA, Architect
The idea is to design a self-standing insulated glass panel, held in place by a straight upper and lower bracket. An external double curved exterior glass-pane provides the required stiffness, while an internal regular flat glass-pane is used on the inside. For this project, the air space between glass panes is approx. 1m3 and the connections between adjacent panels are made with silicone butt joints.
The cost-effectiveness for this solution must be highlighted, which is made apparent by the use of only regular glass pane thicknesses.