Glass partitions are the ideal way to maximize space with minimal cost and fuss. Most modern offices are now open plan, but sometimes it is necessary to create additional privacy or perhaps additional rooms for interviews and training. Glass partitions allow companies of all sizes to make the most of the available space, while maintaining agility and without losing the entry of light into the building. Glass partitions retain the ‘clean’ modern look that is so important in the workplace, without the need for solid walls which can be oppressive and make staff feel ‘divided’ by not being able to see each other.
Main benefits of glass partitions
– Maintains a creative and ‘airy’ feel
– Prevents loss of light – a benefit in itself; and allows you to use less electricity, therefore saving money
– Increases privacy for staff and customers.
– Soundproofing qualities allow for the creation of quiet zones
– Divide a misused space into multiple partitioned areas
– Can be used to create decorative partitions
– Cost effective as it requires little or no structural modification to the surrounding environment
– Less mess than a big structural job
– A variety of glass designs are available: clear glass maximizes the ‘open space’ effect, frosting allows for privacy; and there is also the option to add your company logo by using a colored film
– Meets health and safety requirements – made of tempered safety glass
– Easy to clean: durable and looks good for a long time
Glass partitions are not limited to the office. They can also be used to create features and divide spaces in businesses such as restaurants and bars. Beyond the workplace, glass partitions also have their use in domestic environments. Many new houses have very small rooms and many of us now live in small apartments or flats where space is really tight. A studio apartment can be transformed with the clever use of a glass partition, to bring definition between the living room and bedroom without taking any of the already limited space. In larger homes, glass partitions can be used to divide unused spaces into more usable areas, and glass is much more effective at reducing sound transmission between adjacent rooms. This is ideal for a family home where many different needs must be met; For example, one child may be playing a noisy computer game, while another needs to revise for tests.
Sliding or motorized panels can also be used to create temporary partitions, which can be opened and closed as needed to create privacy, but without having a permanent barrier in place. A sliding glass partition would be ideal, for example, for a bathroom or kitchen, allowing the formation of two rooms when necessary, but keeping one large room the rest of the time.