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Advantages of structural glazing  The main benefit present because of the adoption of a structural glazing feature is the abundance of natural light allowed for. An example of a feature that [...]

Designers all over the world are striving to create modern living, learning, leisure or working spaces that are inviting and functional as well as naturally lit. The use of large-format glass [...]

How to push the boundaries with aluminium systems for innovative architectural designs There is a multitude of ways to create a unique building design, this is particularly important in [...]

The Story of Gardening museum by Stonewood Design, with architectural glazing by IQ, has been shortlisted for the RIBA South West Awards 2020. The Story of Gardening museum is found within the [...]

Fire safety influences architectural design   The design of a building is influenced by the function it needs to perform and building regulations that it needs to adhere to. The materials [...]

Expanding upwards In 2019 the government proposed changes to the planning laws which would mean that it was easier for buildings to be extended upwards, adding up to two storeys onto an existing [...]

Bespoke Glass Entrance Designs Give First Impressions Have you ever heard that statistically a person notices your shoes before anything else? At IQ we think entrance designs are the ‘shoes’ of [...]

An exquisite Art Deco office refurbishment on London’s Savile Row The office refurbishment at 25 Savile Row has been awarded a RIBA National Award! This project has now won 2 RIBA awards after [...]

Restaurant and Bar Design Awards 2019 The Royal Opera House project has been shortlisted in the Restaurant and Bar Design Awards 2019. The Bar at Level 5, designed by Studio Linse and Stanton [...]