The low weight of aluminium and its unique properties quickly led to it becoming the perfect material for engineers seeking innovative solutions for the commercial and consumer markets. Aluminium alloys used in industry are characterised by a better strength-to-density ratio compared, for example, to steel, with a lower material weight.
This makes aluminium profiles so effective in construction applications today and technologically more advanced than traditional materials from a construction point of view.
Modularity, beauty of form and light in spaces
Nowadays, no newly constructed office building, dazzling hotel or monumental public building can do without panoramic glazing.
But did you know that to be considered panoramic, these windows should cover between 60 and 100% of the wall surface1?
- These types of solutions require structures that guarantee stability despite heavy loads, as well as sufficient insulation to reduce energy loss caused by large glass surfaces.
Solution? Aluminium windows with large-format panes, offering a visual connection with the surroundings, unobstructed views and a healthy dose of natural light.
In 2025, the hottest trends will be:
- wall-to-wall windows with an exclusive design,
- corner windows that allow for spectacular views and an open-space effect,
- fixed large-format glazing, providing an extremely desirable surface on the façade,
- sliding systems offering intriguing design and ease of passage.
First plan: technology in smart buildings
The implementation of smart home solutions in architecture is already a standard, and their future appears increasingly promising! Aluminium systems can now be integrated with home automation technology, enabling, among other things:
- automatic opening and closing of windows and sliding doors,
- control of electrochromatic windows that adjust transparency to weather conditions,
- integration with energy management systems, which allows for optimisation of heating or air conditioning costs.
Why is aluminium the future?
Investors wisely choose aluminium over wood or PVC because it is more resistant to weather conditions (it does not rust, crack or fade) and does not require maintenance, retaining its properties for decades.
What about the planet and eco-friendly values? The material lives up to expectations here, as it is 100% recyclable, which minimises the carbon footprint of production.
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1 - Glass houses – panoramic glazing in modern architecture, Future Builders, 2024
