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Glass Wall

Transparent structural element.

Overview

Glass walls, using tempered glass, create transparent or translucent barriers in modern architecture.

Core Characteristics

  • Transparent or frosted glass.
  • Minimalist aesthetic.
  • Light transmission.

Notable Examples

  • Glass House (USA, 1949).
  • Apple Stores (Global, modern).

Architectural Connections

  • Modern: Contemporary focus.
  • Structural: Various typologies.
  • Modernism: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Promotes openness and light in design.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Glass Construction (technique), Transparency (theory), Wall (element), Modernism (movement)