5 ways to improve your building with Glass Canopies & Entrances

Using glass in place of brick has become increasingly popular since the mid-nineties. Use of glass in buildings was mainly restricted for windows and door panels. But with technological advances came more affordable and creative ways to use glass in design. The iconic Louvre Pyramid is one of the most famous glass entrances. I.M Pie’s design provides visitors to the Louvre museum with a spectacle before the main attraction, it’s as much art as it is architecture, and showcases how glass is used to blend traditional with contemporary; a face-lift to an old building. Using glass entrances and canopies is a great way to transform any building’s appearance while providing a functional purpose. Its ability to blend seamlessly into its surroundings has made glass the choice material for many projects, including bus shelters and bus stations, storefronts and secure entry points for businesses. But why glass? What are the advantages? Here’s five ways glass entrances and canopies can improve a building: