Sunshine for Healthy Golden Years

By Mike Snyder | October 27, 2022

For people who are restricted to being indoors for health or safety reasons, the only way to get sunlight is by visiting a solarium.  Between 2012 and 2050 the United States will experience an overwhelming growth in its aging population.   Currently, there are just over 44 million citizens over the age of 65 (US Census),…

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Bellevue 555 Tower

By Mike Snyder | October 19, 2022

NEW PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENT

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UMass Clark Center

University of Massachusetts: Updated

By Mike Snyder | October 11, 2022

Founded in 1863, The University of Massachusetts is a five-campus public university system and the only public research system in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. There are four campuses that make up the university which include a medical school, and a satellite campus, with system administration in Boston and Shrewsbury. UMass Boston serves more than 11,000 undergraduates and nearly 4,000…

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Original Skylight

The history of skylights

By Mike Snyder | October 3, 2022

The history of skylights begins with the ancient Romans who already knew what we are learning, open up that roof, and let the sun shine in! The idea of using the sun to light up a room is not a new concept. In fact the idea of using openings to let in light developed in ancient…

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Social aspects of architecture

What is the difference: Greenhouse, sunroom, and solariums

By Mike Snyder | October 2, 2022

Sunlight is essential to our well being so no matter which style you prefer, you’ll get many hours of enjoyment by spending time in your new structure. When you are thinking of a sunny addition to your home or business, you might hear different terms tossed around. How do you know which is what? And which…

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Choosing a glazing contractor

Choosing the right glazing contractor

By Mike Snyder | October 2, 2022

The successfully designed glazed structure will meet code requirements while providing a wonderful daylighting feature. When you’re designing a glazed structure, or even adding glazing on rooftops and over doorways, it’s important to know that your glazing will meet building codes and enhance the environment for people. The successfully designed glazed structure will meet code requirements…

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Taking the guesswork out of growing

By Mike Snyder | October 2, 2022

With an architectural grade greenhouse, not only is the structure attractive, it’s functional and can stand the test of time.   Teachers all agree science is one subject that will always have a place in the curriculum.  From elementary school up through college, science is considered a high priority.  When it comes to finding ways to…

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Safety Glass

Keeping Safety In Mind

By Mike Snyder | October 2, 2022

Erring to the side of caution, however, everyone agrees that protection from unforeseen dangers is best. While not always obvious, the glass industry has a key role in securing our nation’s buildings from threats – both natural and man-made. Dangers to structures that transpire as a result of mother nature are generally covered by building codes,…

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Rain on window

Nothing to Cry About

By Mike Snyder | October 2, 2022

Effective drainage and our Tearduct™ system is just one reason to choose Crystal Structures for your next sloped glazing project. One of the most common concerns when it comes to skylights is water. Will it leak? How good are the seals? What if it really rains hard? What about condensation? These are all good questions…

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