Ahead of the curve

Not just an architectural feature, the curved glass used for this home also provides wider access to the lake and mountain views beyond, and meets New Zealand's insulation requirements for new homes

The views from this house stretch out towards interior design, penthouse apartment, property, real estate, window, gray, black — The views from this house stretch out towards the lake and the mountains in the distance. The use of TemperSheild curved and toughened glass allows for maximum enjoyment of the look

The views from this house stretch out towards door, glass, home, interior design, property, real estate, wall, window, black

Aside from creating a dynamic facade for this architecture, building, commercial building, corporate headquarters, elevation, facade, home, house, property, real estate, residential area, sky, teal, black

Capturing the full sweep of panoramic views from a home requires an ingenious approach and clever design techniques.

For the architect who designed this house, which looks out towards Lake Taupo and the mountains beyond, the solution was to use TemperShield, a curved, toughened glass available from Auckland-based specialist glass manufacturer Glasshape.

Aside from creating a dynamic facade for this door, glass, home, interior design, property, real estate, wall, window, black — Aside from creating a dynamic facade for this Tuapo home, TemperSheild curved glass meets New Zealand's requirements for new homes.

Aside from maximising the view, this double-glazed product also meets the recently introduced H1 requirements for insulation in New Zealand homes. It also has the benefit of creating visual interest, and can be used for many architectural applications, including bay windows, balustrading, pool fences, canopies, and barrel vaults.

Glasshape's range also includes several varieties of safety glass, such as cyclone-resistant and bullet-proof products.

For further details, contact Glasshape, PO Box 358, 65-67 Woodcocks Road, Warkworth 0910, phone (09) 422 2565, fax (09) 422 2566. Email: info@glasshape.net.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas

23 Oct, 2008

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