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Design with glass

From anti-reflection to color tints, modern glass enhances design in many ways.

Build with glass

Whatever the construction challenge, we have the glass to help meet it.

Glass for your home

See how the correct choice of glass can help transform a home – and even our wellbeing.

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122 Leadenhall - The Cheesegrater

The 75,000 square metres façade features a curtain wall that is double glazed to allow for a high solar protection on neutral-looking glass.

Fruit and Wool Exchange

The new-build façades are predominately brick-faced, with punched windows to reflect the surrounding context.

Caudwell International

Curved glass, punch windows and precast stone panels make up the envelope on a figure-of-eight footprint.

Discover our showcase projects, captured through the lens of professional photography.

Explore Guardian Glass projects in your area and beyond with Google Street View and be inspired by the possibilities.

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Our story

Just as we were in 1932, we're ready to meet the challenges of now and the future

Environmental priorities

Find out more about how glass can support sustainable design

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We strive for quality in everything we do

Which glass is right for your window?

See how residential glass goes to work for you

Your home is your sanctuary, providing safety and security. If any materials or systems fail, however, you may face expensive utility bills, damage, injury or worse. Home improvements can reduce these risks so you can work, play and relax in your spaces with peace of mind. 

When improving your home, think glass. It can play so many roles – from solar protection that helps control radiant heat, to safety glass that reduces the danger of injury. And it can do this while offering both views and natural light. Residential glass for exteriors and interiors can create a cozy nook, an efficient office or almost anything you might envision. See how the right glass can help improve your quality of life and the beauty of your home: 

  • Insulate from heat and cold

    Thermal insulation and solar control glass  can help protect  your home from the external heat and cold, keeping interiors at a more comfortable temperature.

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  • Reduce energy consumption

    You can reduce energy consumption and costs when you replace old window glass with energy efficient glass. 

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  • Protect from sunlight

    Glass can bring both views and natural light into your home while helping to limit overheating in homes. It can also help reduce the color fading of your interior.

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  • Reduce outside noise

    Sound control glass helps you keep noise out to create more comfortable living and working environments. Explore some examples of noise reduction glass and see how it performs.

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  • Improve security

    With the right glass, windows will help improve safety and security and allow you to still enjoy great views and natural light. Take a look at some options that could bring peace of mind.

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  • Enhance beauty and privacy 

    Create light-filled spaces using interior glass partitions, railings, or storage units that are transparent, translucent or colored.

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