Glass That Performs and Inspires
The Cecil College Engineering and Math Building is a strong example of how glazing systems can be engineered to deliver both design intent and building performance.
At first glance, the façade is defined by transparency and openness. But behind that is a coordinated system designed to manage light, control solar gain, and support long term durability.
Completed in collaboration with Riparius Construction, this project required the integration of multiple glazing systems, each serving a specific function within the overall envelope.
Our scope included curtain wall, storefront systems, and custom sunshades paired with architectural screening.
The curtain wall system establishes the primary building envelope, designed to maximize daylighting while maintaining air and water performance. Storefront systems were incorporated at key transition points, requiring alignment with the curtain wall to maintain continuity in both performance and appearance.
A critical component of the façade is the solar control strategy.
Custom sunshades and integrated screening systems were designed and installed to mitigate solar heat gain while preserving visibility and daylight. These elements reduce the load on the building’s HVAC systems while improving occupant comfort, particularly in high exposure areas.
Execution required careful coordination across systems.
Alignment between curtain wall, storefront, and shading components is essential to maintain performance at transitions. Tolerances, anchoring, and sequencing all play a role in ensuring that each system performs as intended once installed.
This façade is not just a visual feature it is a performance driven system.
By combining daylighting, solar control, and envelope integrity, the building is able to deliver a more efficient and comfortable environment for students and faculty.
Projects like this highlight the role glazing plays beyond aesthetics. When designed and executed correctly, it becomes a key contributor to how a building performs over time.
Proud to have partnered with Riparius Construction and Cecil College to bring this project to life.
