Bellwether is excited to announce that our work has once again received Glass Magazine’s “Most Innovative Curtain Wall” award! Our point supported, inverted fin wall at the Lord & Taylor flagship store in Manhasset, New York, was selected for the design innovation honor from a field of incredible work throughout the industry. This was Bellwether’s
Structural Glass Walls: Process, Design, and Engineering Options
Structural Glass Walls: Process, Design, and Engineering Options
The design of a structural glass wall is a methodical process, centered on matching the conceptual design as closely as possible, and then expanding to consider options for budget, materials, and schedule. The most common goal in the development of all-glass systems is to limit the design to the fewest number of components for the
Custom glazing systems development schedules: When project timelines drive design choices
Custom glazing systems development schedules: When project timelines drive design choices
The development of custom glazing systems requires adequate lead times to investigate the range of possible material and design options, as well as to accommodate testing, mock-ups and any other project requirements. At Bellwether, we find an average custom project timeline is between 18 and 22 weeks, considering: 8-10 weeks for design, samples, and approvals
Engineering Coordination in the Design of Custom Glazing Systems
Engineering Coordination in the Design of Custom Glazing Systems
The addition of a custom glass entrance is an excellent way to revitalize an existing building. Whether it’s a point-supported glass vestibule to manage traffic and space conditioning within the building, or a structural glass façade to attract more visitors, the aesthetics that come along with custom glazing systems can have a big impact. Critical
Design Assistance Considerations for Efficient Installation
Design Assistance Considerations for Efficient Installation
When designing custom glazing systems, meeting the architectural design intent and overall vision is the most critical facet of the project. However, site logistics and installation methods must be considered, often as early as the bid stage, to determine design trade-offs and how they impact the project budget. When these costs are not well documented,