With so many different shops in this mall, it could have been a difficult task to find a color that exemplifies each store. But Vanceva^® color interlayer technology made it possible for the architects to find just the right hue for each department in the mall. The color glazed glass also harmonizes nicely with the geometric cube shape of the building. When the sun shines brightly through the glass, bathing the inside of the building with colored light, the architect describes it as “the best effect.”

Company Information

Name: Mr. Rando Kieckbusch

Company Name: Semcoglas Glastechnik GmbH

Address: Feldmark 8

City:NeubrandenburgMecklenburg-Vorpommern17034

Country:Germany(DE)

Phone: 0049395 43070 200

Email: r.kieckbusch@semcoglas.de

Project Information

Project Category: Exterior

Name of Project: Marktkauf

Location:Greifswald

Date Completed:01/14/2011

Architect(s)/Firm(s): Werner Schmidt Holstenstraße 12 24582 Bordesholm /Germany

Glass Laminator/Supplier: Semcoglas Glastechnik GmbH Feldmark 8 17034Neubrandenburg/Germany

Photographer Credit: Bernd Lasdin

Located on the mouth of theFraserRiverinRichmond,British   Columbia, this storm pump building elegantly reflects the sparkle and motion of water. Rather than building an unsightly concrete bunker on the popular waterfront promenade, the City of Richmond opted instead to complement the views of the river and the mountains with a decorative glass wave pattern. The architect used Diffused White, Aquamarine & Sky Blue Vanceva® Color by Saflex® in the design, drawing his inspiration from the image of spilling water frozen in midair. The design combines the solid safety of laminated glass with the brilliant colors of glass film in a building that is as beautiful as it is functional.

Project Category: Exterior

Project Name: Cambie Storm pump Station

Location:Richmond,British Columbia

Glass Laminator: Lami Glass

Photographer Credit: Rich Porayko

Though juggling 64 double glazed units of laminated glass proved to be a bit of a challenge to install in this project, the results are more than satisfactory. The inner pane of glass is tempered with a unique ceramic print in a circular pattern. The outer pane is laminated with Vanceva^® color interlayers and printed with the image of hands.

Company Information

Name: Henning Austad

Company Name: ModumGlassindustriAS

Address: Fabrikkveien, Katfos Naeringspark

City: Geithus Buskerud N-3360

Country:Norway(NO)

Phone: +47 32 78 31 30

Email: henning@modumglass.no

Project Information

Project Category: Exterior

Name of Project: Frydenberg Skole

Location:Oslo

Date Completed:12/31/2011

Architect(s)/Firm(s):RayonAS(Tone Bergan)

Glass Laminator/Supplier: ModumGlassindustriAS

Photographer Credit: Modum Glassindustri AS (Nils Henning Austad)

Color plays a significant role in any hospitality project and the Peabody Orlando was no exception. Knowing that both the interior and exterior palette can set the tone for how a person perceives a space, the designers constructed palette from the Vanceva^® color system based on the desire to bring the building into a more pedestrian-friendly scale. Blue glazing was selected for the lobby to provide a measure of calm and relaxation to the arrival experience. Cooperating with the lush interior landscaping and natural wood and stone interior finishes, green hues became the vehicle to bring the outside environment into the 4-story pre-assembly convention space. The bright orange, red and blue color palette at the crown of the building expresses life, excitement and celebration. Used in moderation, these colors add a sense of whimsy to the Peabody Orlando hotel.

Company Information

Name: Kevin Anez

Company Name: Viracon, Inc.

Address:800   Park Drive

City:Owatonna,MN55060

Country:United   States(US)

Phone:800 533 2080

Email: kanez@viracon.com

Project Information

Project Category: Exterior

Name of Project: ThePeabodyOrlandoExpansionTower

Location:Orlando,FL

Date Completed:09/01/2010

Architect(s)/Firm(s): SCA Design Group

Glass Laminator/Supplier: Viracon, Inc. Glazer: Enclos

Photographer Credit: Bob Braun

Inhabitants of this unique housing facility will quickly find that the life and vibrancy of the space can be attributed to the creative use of laminated glass in the design. Rather than settling for a bland and conventional apartment structure, architect Bernard Bühler set out to create a dynamic space on a tight budget. The Vanceva^® color system for laminated glass provided the perfect solution.

For this project, glass and color were utilized in many different ways that complemented each other and also emphasized their own unique characteristics. Glass adds an element of visual continuity between the interior and exterior of the structure. However, the bright spectrum of colors offers a measure of privacy to the building inhabitants. Nowhere does this dialogue between glass and color come into play more than the structure-less balconies.

Bühler wanted the balconies of the building to appear as weightless colored frames floating on the façade, saying his aim was to produce a “superposition of colors” and a “mix of transparencies.” Through the use of the Vanceva^® interlayer system, he was able to achieve the look of weightlessness and the richness of color. In cooperation with the manufacturers, he designed a special structural system which maintains the integrity of the glass panel and is barely visible from the outside.

In this project, glass was used for its transparency, reflection and, most of all, for the unexpected beauty that results when shadow and light crosses the material. When combined with a wide variety of playful colors, the glass elements make this apartment building a dynamic and fun place to live.

Company Information

Name: Bernard Bühler

Company Name: Agence Bernard Bühler

Address: 5, quai de Bacalan

City:BORDEAUXGironde33300

Country: France (FR)

Phone: 0033556392733

Email: bernard-buhler@wanadoo.fr

Project Information

Project Category: Exterior

Name of Project: 29 logements îlot V3A ZAC Seguin

Location:BoulogneBillancourt

Date Completed:12/23/2011

Architect(s)/Firm(s): Bernard Bühler

Glass Laminator/Supplier: SGS

Photographer Credit: Agence Bernard Bühler

Confronted with the challenge of building a light-weight, clearly defined, and aesthetically pleasing entrance to CardiffUniversity’s Schoolof Biosciences, the architects of the project knew laminated glass with Vanceva^® color interlayers was their answer.

In order to more clearly define the main entrance to the building complex, the architects wanted to create an entrance that visually contrasted with the surrounding buildings. The unusual hexagonal color-glazed façade became their unique solution, with the surrounding neutral buildings serving as visual foil to the dynamic design. Other key elements in the building’s form were also accentuated through the playful pattern and lively hues.

The building users are very pleased with the hexagonal color-glazing and the new facility in general. The Director of Estates Development forCardiffUniversity, Ian Lomer, commented, “This type of glazing façade is the first of its kind. The scheme is now complete and the glazed façade is stunning. This is a testament to the architectural flair ofRIOArchitects.”

The use of laminated glass was an essential part of this design’s success. The visually stunning material allowed the transmission of daylight into the interior while reflecting the sky and trees on its polished surface. The wide range of transparent and opaque colors allowed by the Vanceva^® color system enabled the creation of a homogeneous façade that concealed the building’s structure. The use of glass also created an additional dimension in the space, as the building appears to change form as the light shifts from day to night.

Glass also brought several challenges to the project. Namely, the architects and clients were concerned that the high proportion of glass on the building would cause excessive heat build-up inside. However, PVB interlayers allowed overall insulation of the structure and control over solar gains.

The colored glazing used on the entrance facility created a visually stimulating façade that both clearly defines the building’s entrance and communicates an aspect of the molecular research that takes places inside. Externally, the façade enlivens the spaces around the building by capturing images of the surrounding environment and reflecting back a more beautiful, colorful version. Internally, the white walls and neutral carpets are awash with an ever-changing kaleidoscope of color.

Company Information

Name: Eldon Lewis

Company Name:RioArchitects

Address: 21aAllensbank   Road, Heath

City:CardiffWalesCF14 3PN

Country:United   Kingdom(GB)

Phone: 02920 250066

Email: elewis@rioarchitects.com

Project Information

Project Category: Exterior

Name of Project:CardiffUniversity–SchoolofBiosciencesEntrance Facility

Location:CardiffCivic Centre

Date Completed:12/09/2011

Architect(s)/Firm(s):RioArchitects

Glass Laminator/Supplier: Solaglas Specialist Facades (John Harvey + Steven Nacson)

Photographer Credit: Eldon Lewis

Located at the heart of Muang Thong Thani, the Novotel Bangkok IMPACT often serves as the face of the nation for international guests. The challenge to accommodate international style while remaining grounded in local culture was one the designers overcame through the clever application of laminated glass in the décor. The hotel houses one of the largest exhibition and conference facilities in Thailand, so each area needed to have a unique style that reflected its function.

Laminated glass became an instrumental element of design when creating the ambiance of the hotel. The wide variety of colors available through the Vanceva® interlayer system for laminated glass helped the designers match the different moods of sections of the hotel and also provided them with a beautiful sustainable material. The designers also recognized the power of color to manipulate the atmosphere of a space and applied this concept in their selection of a color palette. Upon entering the front lobby, guests are greeted with soothing earth tones and a mellow décor that creates an atmosphere of relaxation. The bright dining room, on the other hand, reflects energy and excitement through the use of laminated glass elements in punchy blue hues.

The variety of colors and styles reflects the international flavor that makes guests to the country feel right at home. However, it is the consistent use of laminated glass throughout the hotel that unifies these diverse elements and contributes to the overall sleek and elegant style. Why glass? Its charm and ability to affect the mood of a space through color made it an easy choice for designers. They needed a material that was both luxurious and functional and was also able to accommodate the international aspect of the hotel’s guests. Laminated glass made with Vanceva® colors became the reliable, beautiful face of the Novotel Bangkok IMPACT.

Company Information
Name: BSG GLASS
Company Name: Thaitechnoglass
Address: 132/3 Moo. 9, Taploung District
City: Maeng Nakornphatom 730000
Country: Thailand (TH)
Phone: 087-168-8181
Email: rarinrats@bsgglass.com

Project Information:
Project Category: Exterior
Name of Project: Novotel Bangkok IMPACT
Location: Bangkok
Date Completed; 02/01/2011
Architect(s)/Firm(s): Novotel Bangkok IMPACT
Glass Laminator/Supplier: BSG GLASS
Photographer Credit: BSG GLASS

Colored glazing packs an emotional punch in any project, but especially so in this structure. The architects used the Vanceva^® color system to produce warm hues that evoke the glow of flickering candlelight. The laminated glass was then formed into shining pillars that appear to be made completely of light. At night, these pillars illuminate the entire landscape with their soft, warm glow. The transparency of the glass brings an added factor of security to the project along with incredible beauty. These glowing glass pillars ground the entire structure and connect it with the elements.

Company Information
Name: Michael Plorer
Company Name: MGT Mayer Glastechnik GesmgH
Address: Am Breiten Wasen 17
City: Feldkirch Vorarlberg 6800
Country:Austria(AT)
Phone: 43552272822404
Email: m.plorer@mgt.at

Project Information
Project Category: Exterior
Name of Project: Bush of Schaan
Location: 9494 Schaan, FurstentumLiechtenstein
Date Completed:12/01/2010
Architect(s)/Firm(s): Ritten Jon Architekten AG
Glass Laminator/Supplier: MGT Mayer Glastechnik Gesmgh
Photographer Credit: Eddy Risch, Schaan

While most hotel designs focus on the interior, leaving the exterior bland and featureless, the façade of the Renaissance Hotel in Bangkok,Thailand explodes with color. The Vanceva® color system for laminated glass was used in many aspects of the exterior design, from the façade itself to the outdoor lighting. An intense sapphire blue illuminates the entrance, while lighting in the parking garage features a brilliant yellow. Another overarching feature of the laminated glass design was the implementation of an emblematic pattern, the Cassia Fistula. Known as the national flower of Thailand, the flower’s silhouette was simplified and repeated in many of the glass elements of the hotel’s exterior. The use of this symbolic motif helps to combine the hotel’s urban modernity with local flavor.

Company Information
Name: BSG GLASS
Company Name: Thaitechnoglass
Address: 132/3 Moo.9 Taploung District.
City: Maeng Nakornphatom 730000
Country: Thailand (TH)
Phone: 087-168-8181
Email: rarinrats@bsgglass.com

Project Information
Project Category: Exterior
Name of Project: Renaissance Hotel
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Date Completed: 01/31/2010
Architect(s)/Firm(s): PIA Interior Company Limited
Glass Laminator/Supplier: BSG GLASS
Photographer Credit: BSG GLASS

Day and night, the colorful carved glass artwork of Steve Linn brightens the Chai vineyard. For many years, Linn’s technique of deep carving glass through sandblasting was nearly impossible because the thick, strong glass required to withstand the tough process was not available. However, with the use of Vanceva^® color interlayers for laminated glass, Linn was finally able to complete this stunning project.

The piece is visible from both the exterior and the interior of the Chai. During the day, sunlight plays on the glass and highlights a mosaic of colored glass pieces with all the details of the carving visible. At night, artificial lighting emanating from the interior creates the opposite effect. The finished piece reflects the colorful landscape of the vineyard, an effect which was achieved through the use of an assembled pastiche of photographs taken to highlight the details of the countryside. Visitors to the vineyard encounter not only the wonderful wines of the chateau, but this enchanting optical experience as well.

Reflecting the ambiance of the vineyard, the work is a mixture of glass, bronze, and wood. The glass, containing the rich hues of the Vanceva^® color system for laminated glass, was carved and sandblasted, then framed by bent steel to resemble the leading of stained glass windows. Linn’s projects tend to showcase glass in a way that combats the misconception that it is a fragile, delicate material but still preserves the transparence and luminosity that makes glass so unique. Linn believes that this project in particular “offers a clue to the public about the care and attention that the winemaker gives to both his environment and his product.”

Company Information
Name: Steve Linn
Company Name: Steve Linn Sculpture
Address: 78 av des Embruscalles
City: Claret Herault 34270
Country: France (FR)
Phone: +33467590371
Email: linnsculpt@wanadoo.fr

Project Information
Project Category: Exterior
Name of Project: Sandblasted carved colored glass for Chai
Location: Chateau Capion,Gignac,France
Date Completed:01/09/2008
Architect(s)/Firm(s): Steve Linn Sculpture
Glass Laminator/Supplier: V2S Vitrage/Midi Miroiterie
Photographer Credit: Steve Linn