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Smart Homes
Architectural Glass in Smart Homes – enhancing everyday living through innovation and design
Smart homes are redefining modern living, offering more than just convenience and automation.
They are designed to be energy-efficient, comfortable, and seamlessly connected. Architectural glass plays a vital role in this transformation, influencing not only the look and feel of a home but also how it performs. With the right choice of glass, homeowners can enjoy greater control over their environment, improved energy efficiency, and enhanced wellbeing.
Smart Mirror Technology
Discreet Integration of Technology and Style
Smart mirrors, such as Pilkington MirroView™, are a perfect example of how glass can double as both a design feature and a high-tech surface.
These mirrors function as traditional reflective surfaces when the display behind them is off, and become transparent when the display is on.
They are ideal for concealing screens in bathrooms, bedrooms, or living areas. They allow homeowners to integrate televisions, touch panels, or voice-controlled assistants into their daily routines without compromising on aesthetics.
Smart mirrors elevate interior design by creating clean, modern lines while supporting the increasing demand for connected home features.Balancing Light, Heat, and Comfort
Modern smart homes rely on large glazed areas to bring in natural light and connect indoor spaces with the outdoors. However, this can lead to challenges with heat gain, glare, and insulation. HomeComfort™ glass solutions – a suite of high-performance insulated glass units – address these challenges with precision-engineered glazing tailored to enhance comfort in any climate or orientation.
Designed to retain warmth in colder months, HeatComfort™ glass improves the thermal insulation of windows and facades. This helps maintain a stable indoor temperature, reduces heating costs, and supports a more sustainable home environment – all without sacrificing natural daylight.
Ideal for rooms flooded with sunlight, LuxComfort™ balances natural light transmission with solar control. It maximizes brightness while minimizing glare and excessive heat, creating light-filled interiors that remain comfortable throughout the day.
For homeowners seeking intelligent solar control, DynamicComfort™ glass adapts to changing light and temperature conditions. Whether using electrochromic, thermochromic, or photochromic technologies, this dynamic glazing automatically adjusts its tint to reduce overheating and optimize interior comfort – no need for blinds or manual intervention.
The Design Impact of Advanced Glass
Architectural Glass as a Functional Design Element
Beyond performance, architectural glass helps shape the visual identity of a smart home. High-specification glazing can enable minimalist design by removing the need for heavy shading devices or window treatments. Large-format glass panels and sleek façades can make a bold architectural statement, while smart and switchable glazing solutions allow for privacy on demand, further enhancing the versatility of internal spaces.
From sleek mirror displays to energy-smart window systems, the latest glass innovations empower homeowners to live more comfortably, sustainably, and stylishly, turning every window and surface into an opportunity for innovation.
Explore Glass for Smarter Living
Architectural glass is no longer just a building material – it's a key component of the smart home ecosystem. Whether you're designing a home from the ground up or upgrading to meet modern standards, specifying the right type of glass can transform everyday living.
