Schools Encourage the use of Movable Glass Walls

Use of Movable Walls in Institutes of Learning

Recently there has been an unprecedented increase in the demand for glass walls in educational institutions.  The architects and designers are incorporating use of various types of automated glass walls while designing and constructing buildings for schools, colleges and universities.  Glass walls are also being used in constructing art centers, auditoriums and dance studios.

Use of movable glass walls has a number of benefits.  Glass walls can help you maximize the use of space.  Movable glass walls can be used to enlarge or reduce space as per the requirements.  They also provide flexibility, for adjusting and reallocating the available space according to the changing requirements.

Most of the automatic movable glass walls have very high acoustic and smoke related rating.  These glass walls can thus provide complete privacy to individual divided spaces which is essential in educational environments, especially in class rooms.  The acoustic insulation ensures that the students are not disturbed from sounds coming from outside and also others are not affected due to activities in the class rooms.  The smoke related rating ensures the fire safety of the building.

One type of glass walls which is used often in educational institutions is the one which can is housed in the cavities in the ceiling.  The advantage is that these glass walls can be lowered when required and they do not affect the floor space.  These glass walls can be lowered and raised with the touch of a button.

These glass walls are manufactured with toughened glass.  They are highly durable, resist wear and tear and have a very long life span. Since they are not manually handled, they are not easily damaged while using.  This is the reason they are safe and ideal for use in educational institutions where there is continuous activity. 

Most of the educational institutions are situated in serene and naturally beautiful surroundings.  The glass walls can help provide a good view of the surrounding landscape, which is ideal to create an atmosphere conducive for learning.

These are some of the reasons why the trend of using glass walls are catching up while constructing new educational buildings and also while modifying and renovating existing buildings. 

Beautify your Building with Glass Walls

Luxury Renovations at Half the Cost

The trend of renovation of existing properties to transform them to reflect the modern style and trend is catching on.  In addition to making the buildings better these renovations are also aimed at increasing the value of these properties so that they can fetch a better price when sold.  Due to the current recession in economy, a number of people rather prefer to renovate their existing homes than going for new houses.  Also, renovation of existing homes helps them sell it at a better price for upgrading the lifestyle or for adjusting for retirement.  Houses are renovated also to make them comfortable for retirement living.

Glass walls are playing an important part in renovations as well as new constructions these days.  One of the main reasons for this is the ability of glass walls to make the rooms appear more open and spacious.  This is especially relevant where internal area of houses and apartments is limited.  Glass walls also help in the house or apartment look modern and trendy.  Glass walls also facilitate in lighting and heating the room using natural sunlight thus reducing electricity charges and expenditure for heating.  The glass walls are made of reinforced and treated glass which makes them virtually unbreakable and sturdy to withstand extreme weather conditions.

Those who have houses cottages in mountains or lake side with a fantastic view are increasingly opting for replacing the regular walls with glass walls.  This helps to maximize the use of sunlight inside their homes.  Those residing in these cottages and their guests are also able to fully enjoy the surrounding natural splendor through these transparent glass walls. These glass walls are also helping in providing these houses a sense of expansive space.

Modern Glass Walls are treated with coatings which protect those inside from harmful UV radiation.  Such tinted glass walls also can protect the furnishings inside the house from getting damaged due to harsh sunrays.  Double panel glass walls with gas inside are also available for providing full protection and insulation for those inside from excessive cold or heat outdoors.  Different types of glass walls are available which can be selected according to your needs for privacy, comfort and safety.

Glass walls are equally good for public buildings such as schools.  These help in creating open floor plan as well as modifying floor plan as per requirements.  The exterior glass walls would help provide panoramic view of the surrounding scenery to those inside creating a good atmosphere for study or other activities.  The glass walls also help the institution look modern and thus enhance its popularity.