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Researcher:	Stephen Ledbetter Alan Keiller
Funded:	CWCT membership
Total value:	£30,000
Status:	Current

Introduction:

Glass is increasingly being used in modern architecture to form part of the envelope or outer skin of buildings.  It also faces increasing demands often through legislation for improved building performance.  This has led to the glazing industry developing a wider range of more sophisticated products.  Information on these glazed products is not comprehensive and is not readily available in a single source.  As a result, the choices facing those involved in building envelope design can be large and decisions may be made without the necessary information, which may subsequently lead to problems with the building or disputes with the client.

Objectives:

This book will therefore provide a comprehensive guide to the performance and use of glass in building envelopes in order to increase understanding and facilitate easier glass selection, installation and maintenance.  Additional benefits will be improved building performance and client satisfaction.  The book should therefore be of benefit to anyone involved in the design, construction and use of glazed buildings, whether they be architects, contractors, designers, structural engineers, specifiers, consultants and clients, as well as people interested in learning more about glass, such as students.