Guardian Glass™ Celebrates Outstanding Glaziers and Fabricators at 6th Annual Commercial Project Awards”
Las Vegas, NV – Guardian Glass North America proudly recognized and celebrated the exceptional craftsmanship of the glaziers and fabricators behind seven remarkable commercial projects during the highly anticipated 6th Annual Commercial Project Awards held on March 6. With more than 40 recently completed projects nominated, the event brought together industry leaders, architects, and partners at the forefront of innovative glass design.
As a key player in the glass industry, Guardian Glass has consistently witnessed its glazier and fabricator partners demonstrate an unparalleled level of expertise and dedication. These remarkable professionals have played a vital role in transforming architects’ glass visions into awe-inspiring realities, delivering an incredible variety of commercial projects over the years, all featuring Guardian SunGuard™ high-performance glazing.
Rick Zoulek, Executive Vice President of Guardian Glass, expressed deep appreciation for the tireless efforts and commitment of these esteemed partners. “It gives us great pleasure to highlight the exceptional work of our glazier and fabricator partners, whose unwavering dedication is instrumental in realizing architectural glass masterpieces,” said Zoulek. “We are immensely grateful to collaborate with such talented professionals and excited to shine a spotlight on this year’s Commercial Project Award winners.”
The nominees were thoughtfully grouped based on location, and the winners were meticulously selected by a distinguished panel of judges, renowned for their expertise and leadership in the glass industry. The esteemed panel included Katy Devlin, Content Director and Editor in Chief of the National Glass Association; Patrick Flannery, Editor of Annex Business Media’s Light Construction Group, producer of Top Glass Conference and Glass Talk Podcast; Andrew Haring, Vice President of Business Development at the National Glass Association; and Ellen Rogers, Editorial/Content Director of USGlass and Architects’ Guide to Glass & Metal. 
Recognizing the Best of the Best
The following exceptional projects were chosen as this year’s Guardian Glass Commercial Project Award Winners:
Western U.S. – Synapse
- Location: Culver City, California
- Size: Medium (10-49,999 square feet)
- Product: SunGuard SNX 62/27 glazing on clear glass
- Architect: Abramson Architects
- Glazier: Hale Glass, Inc.
- Fabricator: GlassWerks
- Photo Credit: Guardian Glass
Synapse captivated the judges with its captivating visual interest and meticulous attention to detail.
Midwestern U.S. – Grand Valley State University Pew Library
- Location: Allendale, Michigan
- Size: Large (50-99,999 square feet)
- Product: SunGuard SuperNeutral™ 68 glazing on clear glass
- Architect: Stantec Architecture
- Glazier: Vos Glass LLC
- Fabricator: Thompson I.G.
- Photo Credit: James Haefner
The Grand Valley State University Pew Library stood out as a testament to the incredible ability of glass to foster connections. Its transparent facade allows occupants to seamlessly connect with the outdoor environment, while passersby are offered glimpses of the dynamic activities taking place inside the space.
Northeastern U.S. – Amaris at The Wharf
- Location: Washington, D.C.
- Size: Large (50-99,999 square feet)
- Products: SunGuard SNR 43 glazing and SNX 62/27 glazing on clear glass
- Architect: Rafael Viñoly Architects
- Glazier: TSI Exterior Wall Systems
- Fabricator: Press Glass
- Photo Credit: Guardian Glass
Source: Guardian Glass with additional information added by GlassBalkan
