In a world where design and functionality increasingly intersect, one material has begun to stand out as a symbol of contemporary elegance and innovation: GLASS. While traditional building and interior design materials like wood, and tiles have long dominated the landscape, glass, with its numerous advantages, is stepping into the spotlight as a game-changer.
Emerging as a revolutionary substitute, glass is making its way through diverse aspects of home interior design today. The growing popularity of glass in interior design stems not only from its simple yet sophisticated appearance but also from its unique blend of versatility and durability coupled with its exceptional ease of maintenance and eco-friendly qualities.
This blog explores in detail, the applications of glass across various areas within the home.
Offering durable and functional solutions, glass provides a chic and modern aesthetic to kitchen designs. Slim, lightweight, sturdy and easy to maintain, lacquered glass imparts elegance to kitchen cabinet shutters, the most frequently used part of the kitchen.
With its clean and modern aesthetic, lacquered glass offers a superior alternative to traditional tiles for kitchen backsplashes, eliminating grout lines that can trap dust and stains. Toughened lacquered glass is highly durable, making it an ideal choice for stylish, spotless and long-lasting kitchen interiors. SGG Colormaxx Dura toughened lacquered glass, now available in 216 stunning RAL shades, gives you everything you need to create the perfect look for the heart of your home.
Want to showcase your cherished crockery collection in style?
Toughened clear or glass cabinets with backlighting provide the perfect solution, adding a touch of glamour and making your collection the star of the kitchen.
Glass can dramatically enhance the look and feel of a space. Its customization possibilities and light-reflecting properties make it aesthetically appealing, while its versatility and ease of maintenance make it a practical option for home interior design.
Explore vibrant accents or drape entire walls in lacquered glass or mirrors to add a festive yet sophisticated vibe to your living areas.
Mirrors or lacquered glass for interior design wall panelling offer a reflective surface that enhances brightness and is far easier to maintain than conventional wallpapers, which can fade, peel, or get damaged easily. Saint-Gobain’s toughened lacquered glass, SGG Colormaxx Dura, is a great choice for living spaces as it is vibrant, stain-proof, reflective as well as sturdy enough to withstand frequent contact with furniture.
While glass has long been a staple for shower enclosures and looking mirrors, its potential extends far beyond. Needless to say, glass shower cubicles offer a practical solution for separating wet and dry areas, enhancing hygiene and safety better than traditional curtains.
With technological advancements, modern glass shower cubicles now come with water-repellent coatings that prevent water stains, making them a lot easier to maintain, while toughened glass ensures greater durability for long-lasting use.
Unlike tiles that trap dirt in grout lines, lacquered glass offers a seamless, joint-free wall covering that’s incredibly easy to maintain. A quick wipe is all it takes to keep it spotless and gleaming.
Experiment with lacquered glass in bold, striking colours or opt for soft pastels for a more subtle look. For something truly unique, opt for digitally printed glass with SGG Colormaxx Canvas and recreate your favourite patterns and imagery, or even mimic natural textures like stone—all without the hassle of elaborate maintenance.
High-definition mirrors can significantly enhance your grooming experience and brighten typically compact bathrooms. With LED integration and defogging technology, mirrors today can provide crystal-clear reflections while illuminating your space.
Glass home decor and furniture can add a unique blend of style to contemporary interiors. Be it a classical elaborate or modern minimal theme, glass is perfect for adding elegance and modernity to your home interiors. From custom shelves to wardrobes and cabinet shutters, elegant coffee tables and dining table tops, TV wall panels and bed headboards, glass is revolutionizing home decor and furniture.
Lacquered or digitally printed glass bed headboards make a bold, stylish statement, effortlessly combining sophistication with modern design.
Similarly, glass TV backdrop panels offer a sleek, minimalist aesthetic, delivering a clean, uncluttered look that enhances any contemporary interior. Explore Saint-Gobain’s range of unparalleled coloured glass offerings - SGG Colormaxx - to bring these visions to life.
While glass is undeniably a stylish and versatile interior design solution, there are often concerns about its sturdiness and longevity. However, advancements in glass technology have introduced breakthrough variants that ensure both durability and safety.
Tempered or toughened glass, created by heating glass to high temperatures and rapidly cooling it, is significantly stronger than regular glass. In the rare event of breakage, it shatters into small, blunt fragments, reducing the risk of injury.
Laminated glass, on the other hand, consists of two layers of glass bonded with a resilient PVB interlayer, giving it shatterproof qualities.
The best part is that all types of glass—whether tinted, reflective, clear, coloured, or printed—can be toughened. For high-traffic areas, it’s highly recommended to choose toughened glass for added strength and safety.
Maintaining glass is effortless, and with the right care, its beauty and longevity are preserved for years. A simple routine of using soft, lint-free cloths and mild glass cleaners will easily remove dust, fingerprints, and smudges, keeping the surface spotless and gleaming.
Incorporating glass elements into your interior design can dramatically transform any space, bringing a modern, elegant touch. Whether paired with other materials or used as a standalone feature, glass offers a versatile and dynamic aesthetic. With advancements in durability, concerns about fragility are a thing of the past, allowing glass to push the boundaries of design and architecture. The limitless possibilities of glass have indeed unlocked new opportunities for innovative and striking interior design.
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Which glass type is the best?
The best glass material depends on the application. For high-traffic areas, such as bathrooms, kitchens, and balconies, where durability and safety are required, toughened or laminated glass is a good choice. SGG Colormax lacquered glass is the ideal choice for aesthetic appeal and wall decor. With an extensive range of 216 RAL shades, lacquered glass is now also available in a toughened variant, promising strength and beauty. For privacy, tinted, frosted or lacquered glass can be used in partitions.
Can toughened glass be used for interior doors and partitions?
Yes, toughened glass is the ideal choice for interior doors and partitions. Doors and partitions come under high human contact and will greatly benefit from the enhanced durability of toughened glass. Any type of glass, be it frosted or tinted, can be toughened to enhance strength. Now, lacquered glass is also available in toughened variants.
What are the advantages of glass wall panels?
Glass wall panels not only reflect light and brighten up spaces, but also add a modern touch to any home. Lacquered glass brings vibrancy with its rich colours and glossy surfaces, while digitally printed glass can perfectly replicate chosen imagery or natural textures, offering endless customization. Mirror wall panels amplify light, making spaces feel larger and brighter, adding an element of elegance. Plus, glass is incredibly low-maintenance, making it easy to clean and keeping its fresh, new look for much longer.
Is glass backsplash a good choice for kitchen design?
Lacquered glass backsplashes offer a seamless blend of style and functionality with several benefits that surpass traditional tiled alternatives. With their expansive surfaces, alluring shades, minimal joints, stain resistance and heat tolerance, they are perfect for kitchens.
Aadya Udani is an architect turned writer. A nature enthusiast whose love for art and design enriches her multidisciplinary approach toward architecture. She graduated from Bangalore and has a keen eye for detail and a passion for innovation, she's an ambitious and qualified BIM architect specializing in large-scale and small-scale commercial and residential projects. Her determined interest in architectural writing and research further enhances her professional profile, and she aims to share insights and knowledge through her written works. Read More
