Houses and apartments with glass walls gain a very modern and airy look, as these walls allow a great entry of natural light . The rooms are lighter, and it’s even more interesting when the street view is paradisiacal. However, using glass walls in construction has its pros and cons. Doesn’t mean it’s a bad idea. But it’s good to know all aspects before making that decision, and see how much you care about each one of them. Check it out below, when choosing a glass wall art
Pro: Brighter environments
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The lighting factor is essential for the quality of life in general. When you allow a good amount of sunlight and daylight, the house becomes airier and drier (reducing humidity), the plants of those who have an internal garden are more beautiful, and people gain in well-being. In addition, during the day it is possible to save energy by keeping the lamps off.
Pro: Enjoying the view
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When the residence is surrounded by nature or has a beautiful view of the sea, a lake or another interesting landscape, glass walls come in handy. It’s wonderful to be able to wake up in the morning and feel part of the external environment, enjoying the view almost completely, without leaving home.
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Pro: Lightness of environments
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Currently, architectural projects contemplate integrated environments. The reduction in the number of walls makes life inside the house more integrated, people live together better and environments are wider and more continuous. With glass walls, this effect also happens, as the view from one room to the other is not blocked, as for example when the wall is between the gourmet balcony and the living room. Less concrete walls, lighter environments.
Pro: Modern, sophisticated look
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If the idea is also to build a residence with a very modern and sophisticated look, glass walls will certainly help to achieve this result. They are one of the symbols of modernity, as well as chrome elements, iridescent and other transparencies. As are the finishes around the glass wall, the sophistication will also be evident.
Pro: Economy in construction
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Depending on the amount of glass walls you intend to place in the project, this can mean good savings with the foundation of the work. This is because glass walls are much lighter than other models, allowing a reduction in foundation costs. The architect must do the calculations to predict this advantage and how much it will really be advantageous in terms of cost-benefit.
Cons: Lack of privacy
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For those who are in doubt about using a glass wall for fear of losing privacy, this is a point that needs to be considered. This does not mean that privacy is lost. However, the responsible architect must design very well the type of glass used and the place where it will be installed. It is necessary to choose to place the glass on walls with a private view, where strangers do not have access. In addition, it is interesting to choose a glass that prevents the view from outside to inside. There’s no error there.
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Con: Excessive brightness against screens
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On the list of pros, natural luminosity appears as a benefit, and indeed it is. But, it depends on the environment in which the glass wall is installed. For example, in a television room, the set needs to be facing away from the wall, or during the day no one will be able to see the screen unless the curtains are closed and thick. Remember this!
Cons: Temperature control
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There is also the issue of excess heat and cold. A glass wall does not block the sun’s rays like a masonry one. The same occurs on very cold days, which require a very thick curtain to help keep the heat inside. So, before installing the glass wall, you need to plan climate control solutions to keep the internal temperature pleasant on the most intense cold or hot days.
Cons: Maintenance
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Unlike masonry walls, glass walls need to be cleaned from time to time. There is no point in having transparent walls with thick layers of dust that prevent the view to the outside. The more glass, the more cleaning, and it needs to be done well.
Cons: Acoustics
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If the glass chosen is not prepared to block external noise, this could be a major inconvenience, unless the residence is in the silence of the countryside, beach or forest. The ideal way to prevent noise from entering is to choose acoustic or double glazing, with more glass panes, which will cost a little more.