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Volume 26, Issue 3, May/June 2012

Editorial BoardThe members of the Architects’ Guide to Glass &Metal Editorial Board are:Michael D. Flynn, partner, Pei Cobb Freed & PartnersJerri Smith, senior associate principal, KohnPedersen FoxJim W. Sealy, principal, J.W. Sealy ConsultingChristopher Barry, manager architectural technicalservices, Pilkington North AmericaTony Kamber, national architectural manager,Arch Aluminum & Glass

On the CoverThe Charlotte R.Bloomberg Children’sCenter at JohnsHopkins features aunique display ofcolorful glass. Turnto page 18 to readmore. Cover photo byPaul Warchol.

The Latest LaunchesFind out what glass and glazing products you canexpect to find at this year’s American Institute ofArchitects’ Expo in Washington, D.C.

Color SplashSee what happens when art and architecture combineon the new Johns Hopkins Building located inBaltimore.

More than Meets the EyeLearn about designing with and specifying anti-reflec-tive glass and find out just how it can give your proj-ects a unique aesthetic.

“Tricks” of the TradeIn this issue, we take a look at shortcuts in the glassindustry—what some contract glaziers won’t tell you’rethey’re doing.

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what do architects need from contract glaziers?That’s a question we asked SOM architect KeithBoswell this past March during the GlassAssociation of North America’s BuildingEnvelope Contractors conference. Boswell, whohas worked on many glazing-significant, interna-tional projects, and who has spoken at manyglass-industry events around the world, was forth-coming in his response: “Earned trust,” he said.“Each group needs to shoulder their responsibili-ty, probably further than what they have initiallyin mind.” (Visit www.glassguides.com and click theFeatured News heading to view the video.)

He told us that architects have a certain visualaesthetic that they want to get across, and also needto have “an idea” of how to do the performance.

“When you hit that sweet spot where we[architects] can speak their [contract glaziers] lan-guage intelligently—we’ll never speak it fully—andthey can understand our language intelligently—maybe not fully—then I think you have the mak-ings of a really great relationship.”

The subject of what architects need from theglass industry and the architect-contract glazierrelationship is not new. In fact it’s been one we’vecovered here before. In our November-December2011 issue we spoke to a number of architects andcontract glaziers for the feature titled “WhenGreat Minds Come Together.” Those we spoke toall agreed that combining communication and acollaborative relationship equaled a recipe for asuccessful architect-contract glazier relationship.

So, as the innocent bystander that I am, I mustask: why is this such a challenge? As children wewere all taught the importance of listening—listento your parents, your teachers, etc. Listen so youunderstand the assignment. Listen so you don’tfall and whack your head again. Listen to thisdesign intent or listen when we say the glass sim-ply will not do what you’re wanting it to do.

This is just my query. I know there will also bestruggles, challenges and frustrations. I also believewe all want to see more amazing glass architecture.Glass is an incredible substrate. Let’s all work bettertogether to find ways to use it more. AGG

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have you ever had one of those dreams whereyou’re between floating and walking on your own,seeing everything below you confidently, and yetlightly walking with small unsure steps? We’ve all hadthat dream. Technologies today have made that float-ing-on-air sensation possible through the design andinstallation of glass floors and stairs. Walking on aglass floor is much like your dream. It’s very cool,and you are still aware that you can see straight down.

The Glass Association of North America (GANA)has an informative Glass Informational Bulletin onthis subject. The below text is taken directly from LD06-1107 Glass Floors and Stairs and the full documentcan be downloaded at www.glasswebsite.com.

Choosing the Glazing Several types of glass products are used in

floors and stair treads, including laminated glassand glass block systems. A description of theseglass types follows: • Laminated glass - two or more pieces of glass

bonded together with an interlayer. The glassmay be annealed, heat- or chemically-strength-ened or fully tempered.

• Glass block - a decorative hollow glass buildingblock that is set in an aluminum or concreteframework and sealed against moisture.

Providing Slip Resistance Slip resistance of a walking surface is an impor-

tant safety consideration. The Occupational Safetyand Health Administration requires a minimumslip resistance, expressed as a static coefficient offriction of 0.50. However, special activities, suchas dancing, may require a different level of slipresistance. Glass floors used near entrances thatmay get wet require special consideration.

There are a variety of ASTM test methods thatmeasure slip resistance using specific test equip-ment under dry or wet conditions. These are: • F 609 - Standard Test Method for Static Slip

Resistance of Footwear, Sole, Heel, or RelatedMaterials by Horizontal Pull Slipmeter (HPS);

• F 1677 - Standard Test Method for Using a PortableInclinable Articulated Strut Tester (PIAST);

• F 1679 - Standard Test Method for Using a Variable

Incidence Tribometer (VIT); and• D 2047 - Standard Test Method for Static Coefficient

of Friction of Polish-Coated Flooring Surfaces asMeasured by the James Machine.Other industry standards, such as ASTM F 1637 -

Standard Practice for Safe Walking Surfaces, ASTM F1646 - Standard Terminology Relating to Safety andTraction for Footwear and Underwriters Laboratory4(UL) UL 410 - Slip Resistance of Floor Surface Materials,address the safety issues of walkway surfaces from amore general point of view.

Processes designed to roughen the top surfaceof the glass to provide slip resistance include sand-blasting, acid-etching, ceramic frit and embossing.It is important to note that sandblasting mayreduce the strength of the glass by as much as 50percent. Therefore glass flooring should never besand blasted in the field without a complete engi-neering analysis.

Considering ModestyModesty becomes an issue when glass floors are

found on upper levels and inappropriate lines ofsight are created from spaces below. When modestyis a concern, it may be necessary to incorporate aceramic enamel finish or a decorated or translucentinterlayer in the glass to create opacity.

Testing Glass floors can be tested for strength or impact

resistance. Test methods that are used include: • ASTM E 72 - Standard Test Methods of Conducting

Strength Tests of Panels for Building Construction;• ASTM E 695 - Standard Method for Measuring

Relative Resistance of Wall, Floor, and RoofConstruction to Impact Loading; and

• ASTM E 2322 - Standard Test Method for ConductingTraverse and Concentrated Tests on Panels Used inFloor and Roof Construction.Additional resources include UL 410 Slip

Resistance of Floor Surface Materials and theAmerican Disabilities Act for information on fric-tion rating and route requirement criteria. AGG

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acustom-designed and custom-built house isn’ta typical gift from a husband to a wife. Buthomeowner Mike Clarke made one just that. Hesurprised his wife, Annie, with their dream homein Plymouth, Vt. Inspired by the works of FrankLloyd Wright, Clarke worked with architectDaniel J. Pratt, president of RCWA Architects &Planners in Pittsfield, Vt., to create the home.One feature that stands out is a glass staircase,reminiscent of Wright’s Fallingwater.

According to Pratt, one of the original ideaswas to have a waterfall cascading in front of thefireplace, but that was ruled out by the owner.Instead, he sent Pratt a clipping of a glass stairand wondered if such a concept would make anysense in this home.

“It was an easy ‘yes’ and I insisted on thetreads being of blue glass,” says Pratt. “I wantedto bring back into the project the feel of cascad-ing water even if it was by image only—in thiscase a blue glass staircase.”

Pratt says while he had worked previously onmany dynamic stairs, this was his first to bemade of glass.

“The design is more than just the glass. If you fol-low the lines you will note an adherence to sounddesign principles with the metal stringers, hangersand rail supports; all in perfect alignment and spac-ing. Not an easy task,” says Pratt. “The stair fabrica-tor executed the work flawlessly from a very wellorganized set of detailed drawings. ‘The devil is inthe details’ is a comment we hear a lot. We live byproviding well-detailed construction documents.”

Given that this was a new experience andopportunity, Pratt says his initial reaction wasone of excitement.

“We can do this—and we can do it well!” werehis initial thoughts. “My concern was finding theright glass for the project. I also wanted to haveeach tread lit by small lights mounted on the backof each tread adding to the drama of the stairs.”

Pratt researched glass and light manufacturersrequesting glass samples, metal samples and light-ing strips that they could combine to achieve theaesthetic they needed.

Jockimo Inc. based in Laguna Hills, Calif.,supplied the glass treads for the project.

“The architect contacted us after finding our web

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site,” explains Tim Casey, Jockimo founder andowner. “We worked very closely with the architect toassist during the design process and made suggestionsregarding the glass and system, [sending] the architectand home owner samples, which were approved.”

Jockimo supplied 28 panels that measured 35¼- x 10 ¾-inches, two panels measuring 35 ¼- x37 1/8-inches and two panels that were 35 ¼- x 37¾-inches. The panels were fabricated usingPPG’s Azurlite glass.

“The glass meets the new ASTM specificationthat recently hit the street and all edges aremonolithically polished—polished after temperingand laminating—to provide the nicest edge detailavailable,” says Casey.

Pratt adds that the stair fabricator and installerwas Eric Bauer from Bauer Fabricators.

“It was a team effort and the results are spec-tacular,” says Pratt.

But a job such as this one was not withoutchallenges, the most significant of which wasbringing the right team together, Pratt points out.

“Many said they could do the work, however itwas critical to put together a cohesive team thatunderstood the importance of this showcase stair-way, and that included the stair fabricator, the light-ing manufacturer and the glass manufacturer,” saysPratt. “We manage our projects closely with both theowners and contractors. Looking ahead and keepingeveryone in the loop was required to get the jobdone successfully. It is something we have many yearsof experience with. It is a hands-on approach we useto keep projects on track and it pays off in the end.”

And for others who might be on edge aboutattempting a new design concept, Pratt advices,“Never be afraid of taking on new challenges. Ittakes our mind off the craziness in the world aroundus. And have fun doing what you like to do.” AGG

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Fingerprints Don’t Stand a ChanceSoftEtch smudge-proof glass from EFI is now

available for North American commercial and res-idential interior designs. The new glass resistsstains and is non-reflective, so there’s no glare orfingerprints, according to the company. It is alsoeco-friendly, having both ISO 9001 and ISO14001 certifications.

Soft to the touch and customizable in nearlyany color, the glass can be used in walls, back-splashes, sliding doors, glass table tops, furnitureand more. According to the company, the glass isideal for high-touch and traffic areas, such as resi-dences, offices, restaurants, hotels, retail andother commercial environments.→ www.efi-usa.com

Low-Reflection Glass Gives a Clear View

The special applications range of glass productsfrom Pilkington North America includes low-reflective products that can be used in a range ofapplications. Such products include the compa-ny’s OptiView, a color-neutral, low reflective, lam-inated architectural glass that has low-reflectivecoatings on the first and fourth surfaces.

According to the company, the coating reducesthe interior and exterior visible light reflectance tounder 2 percent, and views from the interior andexterior of a building are clear and virtually reflec-tion-free. OptiView is ideal for applications such

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InLightening Light Shelves InLighten light shelves from Kawneer Co. Inc. were developed to offer minimal

material content, sightlines, weight, installation and maintenance efforts, all while maxi-mizing daylighting and design options at a competitive price, according to the company.The light shelves can be attached to multiple Kawneer curtainwall systems and storefrontframing systems, and can be used in both new and retrofit projects.

They feature an extruded aluminum chassis system and offer several panel choices. Inaddition to the traditional opaque Reynobond aluminum composite material panels, lightweight

translucent polycarbonate panels are now a standard offering. And, the availability of depths of up to 30-inches (762mm) allows for the overall reflective surface to be maximized, according to the company.

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as museum showrooms, panoramic restaurants, high-risecondominiums, glass atriums and sports stadiums. It pro-vides all the benefits of laminated glass including safety, secu-rity and insulation against audio disturbances by dampeningthe sound. In addition, it provides solar energy control, UVcontrol, thermal performance, design flexibility, protectionfrom severe weather, ease of installation, no visual distortionand more, according to the company.→ www.pilkington.us/products

EssenceGlass Passes Impact TestingEssenceGlass by

Bella Fleur Corp.in Canby,Ore., haspassed theNationalCertified TestingLaboratories (NCTL) impact test-ing for safety glazing material.

“Our goal is to provide a uniquely beautifulsolid-core, reinforced architectural glass panel that encapsu-lates natural materials like reeds, flowers, grasses and leaves,various hand-made materials, solar fabrics, and even photo-voltaic solar cells,” says Jesse Villarreal, Jr., Bella Fleur’s pres-ident and CEO. “Passing the NCTL safety glazing test letsour customers know that they are getting a material that isdesigned and engineered to be aesthetically beautiful, highlyfunctional and safe.”

Bella Fleur encapsulates real and sustainable organicsfrom artisans from around the world in 12 initial optionswith custom styles and fabrication services available. UVinhibitors within EssenceGlass help protect against exposureto UV rays and help keep the encapsulated organics vibrantwhile letting light through, according to the company.→ www.bellafleur.com AGG

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Rolltech Rolls Out Warm-Edge SpacersFenzi North America says the Rolltech selection of warm-

edge spacers, manufactured through Fenzi Group, showsuperior R values for insulating glass. Both Chromatech andChromatech Ultra are stainless spacers, showing ease ofbending and handling of spacer frames during IG produc-tion. The use of warm-edge spacers, such as these, willprevent condensation on the IG-unit and the window rabbet,damage on the frame and reduction in heat loss, accordingto the company.→ www.fenzi-na.com




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Booth #313:

Wausau Goes RetroWausau

Window andWall SystemsannouncesINvent Retro XLTwindows, designedto meet the needsof existing build-ings’ renovation ornew constructionwhere a classicappearance isdesired. As the mostrecent addition tothe INvent Series,the Retro windowsfeature a narrow,beveled exterior face that repli-cates the look of classic steel and wood windows,while offering modern, high performance, accord-ing to the company.→ www.wausauwindow.com

Booth #2003:

Control the Sun with SageGlassSAGE Electrochromics is displaying its SageGlass,

an electronically tintable glass for windows, skylightsand curtainwalls. The glass tints automatically or ondemand to respond to changing sunlight and heatconditions, according to the company.

SageGlass can enable users to control sunlightand heat without shades or blinds, maintaining

both the view and connection to the outdoorswhile also reducing energy consumption. Theglass can be used in commercial, institutional andhigh-end residential applications.→ www.sageglass.com

Booth #1157:

Find the Range with 3MThe 3M Co. is featuring a wide range of solu-

tions during the AIA Convention. Products on dis-play include the company’s VHB structural glazingtape, daylight redirecting film, Scotchgard protec-tive film for glass, passive fire protection and CR-20polyurethane foam adhesive for adhering fleeceback membranes and insulation.→ www.3m.com


companies from across the nation gather this month in Washington, D.C., to show off their latestwares to the nation’s leading architects during the annual American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) Expo,May 17-19. Among these are several glass and glazing suppliers displaying their latest glass options, newtechnologies and more.

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Booth #2911:

PPG to Debut Glass PossibilitiesPPG Industries

is unveiling twonew high-perform-ance architecturalglasses.

One of the newglass products thecompany is intro-ducing is a passive-solar, low-E glasswith improved U-values that is engi-neered for commer-cial buildings in

heating-dominated climates. The other is a high-per-forming low-E glass with a steel-gray aestheticdesigned to offer solar control and visible lighttransmittance.

In addition, PPG is displaying its Solarban 72Starphire glass, a solar control, low-E glass with alight-to-solar-gain (LSG) ratio at 2.38; Solarban R100 glass, a neutral-reflective, solar control, low-Eglass with a 1.79 LSG ratio; and Solarban 70XLglass, a triple-silver-coated, solar control, low-Eglass.→ www.ppgideascapes.com

Booth #1943:

Guardian Displays its LatestGuardian Industries is displaying its recently

launched SunGuard Photovoltaic Glass Units(PVGU) for commercial buildings, on which itis working with Pythagoras Solar. The unitscombine energy-efficient windows with high-

efficiency solar panels and include a low-E coat-ing in an effort to optimize daylighting,increase energy efficiency, and generate electric-ity to meet the needs of a building.

In addition, the company is featuring itsSunGuard SNR 43 and SunGuard IS 20.SunGuard SNR 43 is a new glass coating for com-mercial applications that offers a high light-to-solargain ratio and low solar heat gain coefficient(SHGC). IS 20 is the company’s first commercialinterior surface coating for glass, providing costefficiency and superior performance, according tothe company.→ www.guardian.com

Booth #1429:

Double DutyKawneer and Traco are show-

casing several products and solu-tions with their combined exhibitspace, including their newestultra thermal, sun control andwindow offerings. Kawneer willalso offer a 60-minute continuingeducation opportunity on theshow floor.

Among the products on dis-play is the Versoleil SunShadeplatform with the VersoleilOutrigger option for curtainwalland storefronts. Pre-engineeredfor multiple Kawneer systems, thedesign offers versatility in bothform and function, according tothe company, and can be incorpo-rated easily into any buildingenvelope.

The Traco NX-4000 Seriesthermal window also is beingshown. The window offers anenergy-efficient projecting win-dow solution with the distinc-tive and historic look of a hungwindow. Company officials saythe design is ideal for retrofitprojects.→ www.kawneer.com

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Booth #313:

Tubelite Expands Blast Line

Tubelite has expanded its ForceFront Blastcurtainwall and entry door systems for high-per-formance, high-security projects seeking blast-hazard mitigation in low- and mid-rise applica-tions. The systems include nominal 1-inch insu-lating glazing with a SentryGlas Plus Interlayer.The products are manufactured usingEcoLuminum, a high recycled-content alu-minum billet composition with eco-friendly,durable finishes.→ www.tubeliteinc.com

Booth #3254:

Acralight Goes SolarAcralight International Skylights is featuring its

Building Integrated Photovoltaics systems, high-

lighting the use of an assortment of high-perform-ance photovoltaic glass in sloped and verticalapplications. The company recently completed twolarge canopy structures, 24-feet wide by 330-feetlong, for the Bay Area Rapid Transit System inUnion City, Calif., utilizing photovoltaic glass.→ www.acralight.com

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Safti First has part-nered with PPGIndustries to offerSuperLite II-XL withStarphire Ultra-ClearGlass. The product isdesigned to provide maxi-mum fire and impactsafety with hose streamfrom 45 to 120 minuteswhile meeting ASTM E-119 requirements. The

addition of Starphire Ultra-Clear Glass by PPGto SuperLite II-XL allows architects to create safe,fire-rated spaces with clarity and transparency,according to the company.→ www.safti.com

Booth #3825:

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Additionally, Viracon officials say ClearPointreduces the amount of framing material makingcontact with the glass, providing an elegant resultfor building interiors and exteriors. The systemalso can be used with a low-E coating and/or silk-screen options.

The system comes with a 10-year limited war-ranty and a heat soak certification, according tothe company.→ www.viracon.com

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Booth #1922:

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Company officials say the product is nearlyimperceptible with a visible light reflectance ofbelow 0.5 percent, thus eliminating glare andhaze.

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“ARTACO glass railing systems represent aunique opportunity meeting industry demands formore comprehensive manufacturing and installa-tion solutions that translate into real profits,” saysJon Kushner, president of Taco Metals Inc.

The company offers systems that containproducts such as balusters, brackets and fittings,as well as in-fills of glass, rod, cable or othermaterials. All products meet international stan-dards and can be shipped and delivered almostimmediately, according to the company.→ www.artacorailing.com

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combining both architecture and art, a newJohns Hopkins Hospital building in Baltimore,about 40 miles east of Washington, D.C.,opened in April as one of the nation’s largesthospital construction projects. The new facility,which features a colorfully constructed, artisticcurtainwall façade, was a collaboration of artists,a curator, a group of architects, BloombergPhilanthropies and Johns Hopkins. The projectwas led by architectural firm Perkins + Will,while architect Allen Kolkowitz provided consult-ing services.

The project features the Charlotte R.Bloomberg Children’s Center, named in honorof the mother of New York City Mayor MichaelR. Bloomberg, and the Sheik Zayed Tower, whichis named in honor of High Highness SheikhKhalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United ArabEmirates who, in 2007, gifted Johns HopkinsMedicine the funds to begin construction on anew cardiovascular and critical care tower.Brooklyn artist Spencer Finch was commissionedto create colorful glass façades, punctuated by hishand-drawn frit pattern for the project.

ABCs of ColorThe project features aluminum panels encased

in a shadowbox construction made out of twolayers of glass that incorporates one of Finch’scolor alphabet—a palette of 26 shades inspired byClaude Monet’s Impressionist landscape paint-ings. Finch used blue as the dominant color forthe Bloomberg Children’s Center and green forthe Sheik Zayed Tower.

“From the beginning we were thinking aboutglass as an [analogy] for water, how glass andwater behave in similar ways, and what we coulddo with the glass so that it’s always changing,”says Finch. “Also it’s a big building and it can beintimidating, but water has a certain softness and


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welcoming aspect to it.”The resulting design captures the light of the

sky, allowing the building to change in syncwith the environment.

Finch spent months testing and developing abroad range of colors for the building’s exterior,even observing test panels on the roof of agarage across from the Children’s Center site tounderstand how his palette would play withBaltimore’s light. He also worked closely withthe architects to determine how best to createthe vision. “We went back and forth a lot toreally think about the connection between mate-rials used and how the colors would be per-ceived since this is a work of art that will bearound for a long time as part of the building,”says Eric Van Aukee of Perkins + Will, manag-ing principal on the project. “So we put a sys-tem together with crystal clear glass that wouldalways render Finch’s true colors and we testedit rigorously to ensure that it would stand up tothe elements such as sun, high winds, condensa-tion and rain.”

Aukee adds, “For other buildings, the art isusually done as an application to the exterior inthe form of a specific work, but here, the art isvery integrated into the functionality of the build-ing. With Spencer, we were really able to trans-form the approach to the skin of the building—thinking of it not just as protection but also as acanvas. Together we turned [the building enve-lope] into a work of art.”

In the Details Finch created a frit pattern for the project.

As a two-layer composition, his hand-drawnstrokes are fused onto the building’s glass andsteel curtainwall. The frit brushstrokes are visi-ble from the outside but do not obstruct theview from inside.

In addition, all 26 colors of Finch’s coloralphabet are on view at eye-level along the side ofthe building, arranged in alphabetical order.

Finch explains, “I think initially one’s firstthought is that children like primary colors, thatthey have a very simple approach to color and Ithink that’s really not the case. I think kids havean incredible sophisticated color sense. I movedto a design that’s really pretty sophisticated andcomplex with 26 colors and colors that are subtlydifferent and reflect the landscape, rather than

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glass products for specifications requiring insulat-ing, insulating-laminated and silk-screened prod-ucts. Harmon Inc. was the contract glazier.

Challenging Undertakings Finch says that, while he had the ideas for the

colors, they still had to be transferred onto afaçade and that is incredibly complex.

“There was a lot of work done by the archi-tects just to get the idea up onto the building,”he says, explaining there was a lot of discus-sions and meetings about the materials. “We allwent to the glass company together to look atthe possibilities of frit. We looked at lots of dif-ferent possibilities for color [and] how to apply


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color to glass. For me it was a real educa-tion in terms of what could be done inarchitectural glass solutions.”

As Michael Iati, senior director of archi-tecture and planning, Johns HopkinsHealth System, explains, “The goal is tocreate a humane and dignified experiencefor those under stress. The art created forthe building and the building’s design arecentral to elevating the experience of com-ing to the hospital. Visitors and patientsmay not be able to quantify this directlybut they will feel the building’s uniquenessand comfort.”

Noting that everything aboutthis project

was a collaborative undertaking, consult-ing architect Kolkowitz says everyoneinvolved embraced the core values andmission of the institution.

“It was an unbelievable opportunity toembrace the context of the building andmateriality of the building,” he says,pointing out that the frit was a way tohelp humanize the building.

“The frit grabs onto the glass andbecomes an integral aspect of the overallflow and a way to blend into [the sur-roundings],” he says, adding that 99 per-cent of the building is fritted.

“The frit was not just an overall dotscreen – it’s a part of the building lan-guage to invite and bring people into thearchitecture,” says Kolkowitz. “The frit

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More Than Meets the EyeA Close Look at Designing with

and Specifying Anti-Reflective Glassby Jim Gulnick

Using anti-reflectiveglass in storefrontsis ideal when thefocus needs to beon what is insidethe store.

who has ever experienced a scenario such as this:The glass should have been there already. It was due

on-site yesterday and the final walk through is today. Imade a special trip to the job site as this was anotherimportant project for one of my top clients. I looked atthe building and could see right in through the store-front where the glass should have been. The brightly litdisplays held merchandise ready to be sold.

I called my glass fabricator and huffed, “Where’sthe glass?! The store is set to open and we’ve got toclose the openings!”

The calm and reassuring voice on the other endsaid, “Look closer, it’s in there.”

He didn’t know that each lite of anti-reflectiveglass undergoes an expensive and advanced coat-ing process to provide greater light transmission.The reduction of reflection can make it seem asif there is not any glass between you and theitems on display in the store. It is indeed as if theglass isn’t there.

Not a Reflection of YouInvisible storefronts create a unique aesthetic

appeal. With reflection reduced by up to morethan 16 times when compared to uncoated float

glass, product displayspop and architecturaldesigns transcend nature.Stores can blend effort-lessly with their sur-roundings, becoming onewith the square. Foottraffic will swell and, as anatural result, yourclients will smile.

The type and applica-tion of anti-reflective coat-ings can provide glare-free, glass storefronts withvisible light reflectionranging from less than .5percent up to 4 percent aswell as producing little tono noticeable colorchange. Anti-reflectivestorefronts are available asmonolithic, tempered or

laminated and insulating units.With large formats also available, the many

fabrication options give unrivaled flexibility inaesthetically pleasing applications. Many glass fab-ricators stock and custom process anti-reflectiveglass to bring life to architectural designer cre-ations. Imagine an environment where beautyflows effortlessly together without the harshreflections of unforgiving float glass.

Today’s anti-reflective coating technologiesproduce glass that limits glare and unsightlyreflections in numerous unique applications.These high-tech coatings remove glass distrac-tions from picture-frame glass allowing the art-work to leap off the wall and become the focusof attention. Anti-reflective storefronts invitecustomer attention and welcome passersby tocome in and shop. When used in projection sys-tems or displays, the light or visual mediasmoothly transmit through the glass, capturingthe viewer’s attention without double images orvisual light-front interference.

Transparent CommunicationRestaurants, boutiques and image-conscience

retail shops require their carefully designed, visu-al display elements to be communicated in themost favorable light. Glass provides a weather-tight, physical barrier that still maintains a visualconnection between the public and the store.Unfortunately, traditional glass also creates a sec-ondary plane of focus pulling attention awayfrom what is in the store to the reflections on theglass surfaces.

Anti-reflective glass, however, can virtuallyeliminate the reflection. Traditional glass reflects8 percent of the visible light. What does thisreally mean in real life? Only 92 percent of theoutside light source reaches the inside of thestorefront and provides a maximum potential forsurface viewing through the same glass of 84.6percent since 8 percent of light suffers frominternal reflection on the way back out.(Maximum illuminance becomes 100 percentwhen no glass separates the light source and theobject and no glass or substance separates theobject and the observer.)Ph

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ent light is 10 to 300 times brighter than insidelighting on overcast and sunny days. The impactthat the interior lighting has on noticeablereflectance is negligible in most situations.

The direct-reflection ratio (see box below)allows comparison of visible light-front distractionbetween differing solutions. This ratio of “reflec-tion annoyance” can be measured and provide a“distractibility index” to compare different solu-tions. Simply put, the amount of reflection divid-ed by the amount of maximum illuminance givesa ratio that is measured on a scale of 0 to infinity.Zero would indicate that there is no reflectanceno matter how much light reaches the objectswithin the storefront and back out to the observ-er. Infinity would indicate a perfect mirror whereall light is reflected at the glass storefront and nolight reaches the objects within the storefront andback out to the observer.

Direct Reflection RatioDR = Direct Reflection (% of Source)MI = Max Illuminance (% of Source)DIR = DR/MI = Direct Reflection Ratio

As previously discussed, monolithic float glasshas visible light reflectance of 8 percent. A maxi-mum of 92 percent of the outside source lightreaches the objects within the storefront.Additionally, the brightness of the image of theobjects as seen by the outside observer has beenreduced by another 8 percent as the light passesagain through the glass and another 8 percent ofthe visible light reflects back into the store.

Now, let’s calculate the ratio for a storefrontwith uncoated monolithic float glass:

DIR = DR/MI = Direct Reflection RatioDirect Reflection Ratio = 8%/84.6% = 9.5%In this example, the amount of reflection can

distract the observer from the object displayedwithin the storefront. The direct reflectionalready peaks at a substantial 8 percent. But sincethe maximum illuminance is only 84.6 percent,the effect of the reflection is 9.5 percent of thevalue of maximum illuminance. When an objectis brightly colored the reflection annoyance is badenough, but when a darker color object with finedetail and nuances is displayed, the “distractibilityindex” understates the problem.

Now, let’s calculate the ratio for a storefrontthat uses monolithic anti-reflective glass as shownin the photo on the right:

DIR = DR/MI = Direct Reflectance RatioDirect Interference Ratio = 0.5%/99% = 0.51%

In this example, the lower amount of interfer-ence does not distract the observer from theobject. The difference in the “distractibilityindex” can be significant and the ability to see theitem on display is increased dramatically. The twoexamples show a 1900 percent difference in harshglare and bouncing light. Anti-reflective glass pro-vides this type of benefit. The lower the directreflection ratio of the anti-reflection glass, thehigher the ability of the observer to focus on theobjects displayed within the storefront.

Distractibility IndexType of Glass Reflectance Max Illuminance Direct Reflection Ratio

Anti-Reflective 0.5% 99.0% 0.5%




Float Glass 8.0% 84.6% 9.5%

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Reflective 40.0% 36.0% 111.1%

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This example showsa storefront that hasa high-performance,anti-reflectivecoating with avisible lightreflectance equal toonly 0.5 percent.









How to Select Anti-Reflective GlassThere are a number of companies providing

anti-reflective glass, each offering a range of capa-bilities. The following are a few basic criteria touse in selecting anti-reflective glass:How much “anti-reflection” is needed?

• Keep in mind that normal float glass is 8 per-cent reflective.

• Anti-reflection glass is available in ranges from0.5 percent to 4 percent reflection dependingon configuration and supplier, and all arelabeled anti-reflective.

• Use the distractibility index to compare differ-ent glass and different configurations.

How durable of a coating is needed?• The ability to handle, fabricate, laminate, and

temper can vary.• Is it cleaned easily and can traditional glass

cleaners be used?What type and sizes are best suited for theapplication?• Are stock sheets, laminated, or custom fabricat-

ed and is tempered glass required?• What sizes best fit the application and façade?• Not all anti-reflective glass is available in all

types, reflection changes depending on use,and sizes may be limited depending on howthe glass is processed.

The long and the short of it is that anti-reflec-tive glass is great when the focus needs to be onthe objects within the storefront and not on theglass. Anti-reflective glass provides beauty bybeing invisible. It is most valuable when noticedthe least and allows more of what is being lookedat to meet the eye. AGG

Jim Gulnick, is the engineeringdirector for McGrory Glass Inc. inPaulsboro, N.J.

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Though shortcutsare rare, someexperts say theyhappen more oftenthan you mightexpect.

“Tricks” of the TradeThink Unethical Glaziers

Can’t Outsmart Architects? Think Again

by Penny Stacey

shortcuts—they happen in every industry andtrade. The disreputable try to save a buck andskip a step, or substitute a product, betting thatno one finds out—not even you, the architect.

“I think in today’s economy probably 50 to70 percent of what I see has been short-cutted—or maybe a better word is short-changed,” saysone contract glazier who preferred not to beidentified in part due to the sensitive nature ofthe issue. “It just kind of comes with the com-petitive nature of the world today. Everybody’slooking for a competitive edge. How do they geta few more dollars out of the job to make themget more out of the job or put themselves in aposition to be the low bidder?”

Sometimes, whether or not shortcuts are takendepends on how the job was obtained and the qual-ity of the glazing contractor that won the job,according to a team of experts with whomArchitects’ Guide to Glass and Metal consulted forthis article. “The negotiated job typically doesn’t seeas many shortcuts or deletions as the hard-bid jobwill,” says one. “That’s not to say that the glazingcontractor who has negotiated a job won’t end uptaking shortcuts—but it’s probably not as common.”

The ShortcutsThough industry experts say shortcuts can

occur in a myriad of ways, following are a few ofthe most common and egregious ones:• A non-specified product is substituted for a

spec-ed one. You spent time with manufactur-ers’ reps, you reviewed technical data sheetsand you selected products that you thought tobe the best fit for the job. Still, a different glassproduct was used—and you don’t even know it.Sometimes this might lead to a code violation,but often not.

• Undersized glass. Even though you selected acertain-weighted glass it may not be what youget. This shortcut is quite common, accordingto our experts. In some cases a thinner glassproduct is used than what is called for. “It’scommon because it’s hard to catch,” says oneof our team members.

• Misapplication of materials. You designed animpressive storefront to feature long spans ofcurtainwall; but in the end it didn’t make thejob. An example of this might be using store-front materials in applications where biggersections of curtainwall should have beenused, because it’s cheaper and easier to fabri-cate. Even though a system failure can result,this happens more frequently than you mightexpect, according to experts.

• Material substitution. The specification you

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wrote called for a sealant to meet a given set ofperformance requirements. In the end, though,someone chose to go with something else. Ithappens—whether you know it or not. This caninclude caulking, sealants, specified baker rods,undersized fasteners, or even not using enoughor proper fasteners, according to experts.

• Unreinforced mullions. And even after you’vedrawn the project in a manner to be struc-turally sound, sometimes even those criticalenforcement steps can be skipped. One expertrecalled a situation in which he inspected abuilding that was only about 10 years old andhaving a repeated problem with broken glass.“There was a piece of steel that was supposedto be running through the vertical mullions,”recalls the expert. “I was able to pry it openand there was no steel in there. I started doingsome calculations with the engineer andfound that the glass that had been installedless than 10 years prior was not to code andnor were the frames.”This particular shortcut led to major repercus-sions. Since the aluminum mullions hadn’tbeen reinforced, they blew in and broke allthis glass. “For sure the steel mullions would

not have deflected and caused this unbeliev-able amount of breakage,” he said.

The Bottom LineDespite possible repercussions, why do these

things occur? One is a feeling among someglaziers that today’s codes are excessive and suchshortcuts only right a wrong. Experts suggest thatsome glazing contractors might think, “We’venever done it that way before and we’ve never hada problem,” leading them to take a shortcut.

As with so many other situations, communi-cation and solid supplier relationships can help.As architect Chris Rose with Chris RoseArchitects in Johns Island, S.C., says, “Knowingand having a relationship with your supplier iskey in assuring a certain specified product isinstalled properly.” AGG

Penny Stacey is a contributing editor forArchitects’ Guide to Glass and Metal magazine andeditor of USGlass magazine. She can be reached [email protected]. Read her blog athttp://penny.usglassmag.com, follow her on Twitter@USGlass, and like USGlass Magazine on Facebookto receive the latest updates.





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PPG Industries announced that its architec-tural glass binder is now available in a digital,downloadable format. In addition to datasheets, product catalogs and performance datafor its products, the online binder containstechnical documents, details for thermal stressand wind load analyses and complete productspecifications.

According to the company, the binder is agateway to its array of electronic specificationtools such as the architectural glass configura-tor, architectural glass performance calculatorand a searchable project library tool containinghundreds of product application photos.Sourcing information for PPG CertifiedFabricator Program participants, downloadablewhite papers and dozens of building profiles arefeatured as well. Additionally, architects can usethe binder to learn about PPG architecturalcoatings such as Duranar, Coraflon and PPGPittsburgh Paints.→ www.ppgglassbinder.com

Walker Glass Releases Anti-Slip,Acid-Etched Glass White Paper

Walker Glass has published a new white paperabout anti-slip, acid-etched glass titled “WhatSpecifiers Should Know About Acid-etched Glassfor Walkways.”

Accordingto the compa-ny, the whitepaper offersbeneficial infor-mation for archi-tects, designersand structuralengineers on theproperties of anti-slip acid-etchedglass. The white paper discusses issues such assurface finish consistency, surface hardness,durability, and strength of the anti-slip glass, allof which are critical in creating the desireddesign and appropriately assessing constructabil-ity, according to the company.→ www.walker-glass.com/anti-slip-glass.html AGG

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that highlight the role glazingproducts play around the worldin today’s architecture.

Please go to www.glass-guides.com/documents/design-form2012.pdf for the entryform. Email forms, along witha high-resolution jpg image ofthe project, [email protected].

Entries are due by July 23.

Winners will be featuredin the September-Octoberissue of the Architects’Guide to Glass & Metal,and will receive a plaque,extensive internationalpress and publication, andwill be recognized duringglasstec, taking placeOctober 23-26 inDüsseldorf, Germany.Questions? Contact EllenRogers [email protected] or540/720-5584 ext. 118.

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Eco-House Renovations – 45 Green Home ConversionsLucy D. Rosenfield

Whether a town house, a village colonial,country barn, or a coastal saltbox, any homecan be converted to be environmentallyfriendly. That’s the message of this newdesign book, which provides inspiration for

aesthetically pleasing and practical renovations.The new book features information about glass,including a section on the properties of glass, andseveral architects’ use of glass in their renovations.

Starting with a section on basic planning, thisguide walks readers through some major consider-ations necessary to the success of an eco-renova-tion. It looks at 45 projects around the country,including homes that have been reconfigured, ren-ovated, added to, or otherwise redone to addresseverything from the size of the building’s footprintand energy needs, to its use of sustainable or evenreused materials and its pollution emissions.

The book is illustrated with nearly 300 photosand building plans and also offers various otherdesign resources.→ www.schifferbooks.com

RevealJeanne Gang, Studio Gang Architects

Jeanne Gang, founder of Chicago-based Studio Gang Architects and arecent recipient of the MacArthurFellowship, “is giving the epithet‘Chicago School’ a new meaning.”Her book Reveal, published in 2011,presents an in-depth look at thefirm’s unique work and workingprocess through drawings, diagrams,sketches and photographs that illu-minate the evolution of each of the book’s eightfeatured projects, both public and private, and rang-ing in size from exhibition to high-rise.→ www.papress.com AGG

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Union roller coaters provide superior results compared to spray, curtain coater or silk screen application methods. You’ll get smoother, better quality coats with less striations and ease of changeover from color to color– or product to product.

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NORTH AMERICAN EVENTSMay 17-19, 2012AIA National ConventionSponsored by the American Institute of Architects (AIA).Washington Convention Center.Washington, D.C.Contact: http://convention.aia.org

June 11-13, 2012NeoCon 2012Organized by Merchandise Mart Properties.Merchandise Mart.Chicago.Contact: www.neocon.com

September 11-14, 2012Construct 2012Sponsored by the Construction Specifications Institute.Phoenix Convention Center.Phoenix.Contact: www.constructshow.com

October 9-11, 20122012 METALCON InternationalOrganized by the Metal Construction Association (MCA).Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.Chicago.Contact: www.metalcon.com

November 14-16, 2012ArchitectureBoston ExpoSponsored by the Boston Society of Architecture.Boston Convention & Exhibition Center.Boston.Contact: www.abexpo.com

March 7-8, 2013Glass Expo NortheastCo-sponsored by the Architects’Guide to Glass & Metal magazineHyatt Regency at Long Island Wind Watch Golf ClubLong Island (Hauppauge), N.Y.Contact: www.usglassmag.com/gene AGG

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glass and glazing, metal systems and various otherfenestration technologies are continuously evolving.As a result it’s important for the architectural commu-nity to stay up-to-date on the most recent information.To keep yourself informed about these many options,why not consider some of these industry courses?

Course: Selecting Insulating Glass Sealantsfor Durability and Energy EfficiencyProvider: Fenzi North AmericaLearning Units: 1

Fenzi North America has launched a new tech-nical training course for architects created to pro-vide an overview of the characteristics that insu-lating glass sealants must provide to ensure long-term thermal performance, structural durabilityand longevity of insulating glass units.

The course meets the U.S. Green Building

Council’s educational criteria and qualifies LEEDprofessionals with 1.0 GBCI CE hour.→ www.aecdaily.com/sponsor/fenzi

Course Title: Understanding U-FactorsProvider: Wausau Window and Wall SystemsLearning Units: 1

This course provides an understanding of windowassembly U-Factor, component effects, certificationand testing methods, and specification language.

According to the company, after completing thecourse participants will be able to identify five attrib-utes affecting window U-Factor; employ at leastthree design options to improve window U-Factor;differentiate between NFRC and AAMA testing andcertification processes; draft non-defective specifica-tion requirements for U-Factor; and more.→ www.wausauwindow.com AGG

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From windows to curtain wall and almost everything in-between, Kawneer and Traco offer a dynamic portfolio of high performing architectural aluminum products and systems. Now there’s a new world of opportunity to design big and build, well, almost anything. When you have access to everything under the sun, the possibilities are endless. kawneer.com

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