APRIL 2022CONSTRUCTIONBUSINESSREVIEW.COM6In a bullish construction industry responding to a growing global population, urbanization and city development have also increased in tandem. Consequently, architects, construction engineers, and building planners seek a perfect union of creativity, sustainability, and multi-functionality in building designs, keeping with the modern architectural trend to blend utility with aesthetics. Incidentally, architectural or construction glass has become an increasingly essential part of modern architecture since it creates a visual statement while also providing diverse technological functions. Whether it's for thermal and sun protection, acoustic insulation, as a design component, tempered safety glass, or as part of solar energy systems, the architectural glass industry has a variety of customizable glass varieties to meet specific construction needs. Vacuum-insulated low-weight glass units will become progressively common in the future, particularly in high-rise buildings where window and facade cleaning are vital. The exceptionally durable self-cleaning glass with a pyrolytic coating is also gaining popularity with its usage of UV radiation to dissolve organic material. Highly selective glazed glass and silver-coated glass sheets are also in high demand for solar protection on large surfaces as they maximize daylight entry while minimizing heat through effective solar shading. Electric-powered architectural glass with liquid crystals embedded in a conductive layer that confer flexibility in choosing between transparent and opaque options is further revolutionizing the construction industry.Furthermore, architectural glass can be used as a filler element, as well as a structural or enclosing component that contributes to energy-efficient construction. Architectural glass can also be used in interactive building facades to create both internal and outdoor effects. Alternatively, by linking control technology systems, architectural glass can be used to handle a range of building operations.In the light of these exciting developments, organizations as well as individuals require the expertise of the best architectural glass companies in order to meet their construction requirements. We hope this edition shows you the path to find the right architectural glass company suited to your needs.Let us know your thoughts!Robert MathewsManaging Editoreditor@constructionbusinessreview.comAn Indispensable Building Material for Modern ArchitectureEDITORIALCopyright © 2022 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.Editorial StaffDavid VincentFred SmithKevin DavisFredrick GallowayJames FerrerRose D. WilsonManaging EditorRobert Mathews*Some of the Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs to our editorial staffVisualizersSalesJohn GotamDevid ParkerSales@constructionbusinessreview.comEmail:sales@constructionbusinessreview.comeditor@constructionbusinessreview.commarketing@constructionbusinessreview.com APRIL - 01 - 2022, Vol 02 Issue 01Published by ValleyMedia, Inc.To subscribe to Construction Business ReviewVisit www.constructionbusinessreview.com
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