July 15, 2025
Glass Walls That Make a Clear Statement
On the interior, glass is about much more than simultaneously providing privacy and access to daylight. Trends in 2025 play with texture, dimension, and unexpected finishes. Whether used as an opportunity to introduce branding, set the mood, or make a bold statement in contrast to weightier building materials, these interior glass walls are made to shine.
Dash
Skyline
A new pattern joins the Matrix Collection, designed in collaboration with Gensler’s Los Angeles office. Dash is a bold option offering customization in scale, texture, and translucency. It is available in ombre, satin finishes, and vibrant Chroma tones that blend innovation and style for interior architectural applications. Made in Chicago, this 2025 release joins a range of existing patterns from previous Skyline x Gensler collaborations.
Venetian Glass Bricks
Glen-Gery
Drawing from Venetian artisan traditions, Glen-Gery’s Venetian Glass collection elevates architectural design with transparent glass bricks in refined hues like Arctic Crystal, Aqua Marine, and Golden Amber. Available in natural, frosted, polished, and satin finishes, these bricks offer a striking interplay of light and texture for bold, contemporary applications.
Channel Glass
Bendheim
Bendheim’s structural channel glass product shines in the transformation of The Refinery at Domino, a Brooklyn landmark that has been reborn as a modern workspace. Designed by Bonetti/Kozerski Architecture for Two Trees, this adaptive reuse project fuses a historic brick shell with modern steel-and-glass interiors. With lengths customizable up to 12 feet and custom angle cuts, Channel Glass illuminates the lobby with a play of texture and light.
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