While the flagship VS1 technology is point-supported in nature, sometimes the design team seeks the aesthetic of a simple, pure glass-on-mullion façade with no offset. This direct glaze approach can be achieved in four ways depending on the aesthetic preference of the designers and the installation preference of the glazing partner(s).
Designed by HKS & Perkins&Will, installed by Harmon
VS1-S230 was selected for a long span lobby scope. At 36’ high and with 7’ wide bays, the VS1-S assembly supports jumbo-size face glass with built-up welded T profiles.
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➥ Direct Glaze · Jumbo Glass Sizes ❍ VS1-S230
Designed by Ennead Architects, installed by National Glass & Metal
The VS1-A220 methodology is known industry-wide for simplicity of installation. It is also cost-effective and creates a clean curtain wall aesthetic with a pure expression of the glass and frameless joints at the interior.
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➥ LEED Gold · Long Span ❍ VS1-A220
Designed by Lamar Johnson Collaborative, installed by National Glass & Glazing
The façade is adjacent to a four-story master staircase and composed of two spans anchored at the midpoint of the wall. The wall is achieved with VS1 10” heavy mullions which are direct-glazed to an aluminum cassette along the vertical glass joint.
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➥ Direct Glaze · Long Span ❍ VS1-A220
Designed by Perkins & Will, installed by Christopher Glass & Aluminum
❝This new state-of-the art, multi-modal station features a modern, light-filled design.❞ -Perkins & Will
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➥ Canopy · Direct Glaze ❍ VS1-A100 & VS1-A200
Designed by Goettsch Partners, installed by Ventana
This project involved the lobby renovation-upgrade using the direct glaze version of the VS1 system which eliminates the gap between the inside surface of the glass and the face of the mullion.
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➥ Direct Glaze · Long Span ❍ VS1-A230
