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Continuing Education
GGI is an approved AIA/CES course provider with approvals from 35 industry organizations, including GBCI, HSW, and IDCEC. This course helps architects and interior designers expand product knowledge and earn course credit in multiple categories.
We offer face-to-face Lunch and Learns, Live Webinars, and Online Self-Paced course instruction via AEC Daily—whatever format works best for you! Our goal is to make continuing education easy to access.
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Why should decorative glass be addressed earlier in the architectural design process?
Decorative glass should be evaluated during schematic design and design development because it functions as an integrated building component—not simply a finish material added at the end of a project.
When decorative glazing is addressed early, architects and project teams gain greater control over:
• Pattern scale and visual consistency
• Opacity control and privacy requirements
• Safety glazing compliance and code alignment
• Structural coordination and attachment details
• Fabrication timelines and installation sequencing
Early coordination allows decorative glass to support both design intent and performance goals across multiple applications, including:
• Glass entrance systems that combine transparency with branding or privacy
• Glass railings that integrate decorative patterns while maintaining safety compliance
• Wall cladding that delivers color, texture, or custom graphics
• Interior glass partitions that balance daylight and visual separation
• Glass canopies that provide weather protection while reinforcing architectural identity
Treating decorative glass as a functional building material—rather than a late-stage aesthetic decision—helps protect design intent, reduce redesigns, and streamline construction documentation.
To support early specification and coordination, GGI provides CSI three-part specifications available on SpecLink and on the GGI website. Architectural samples, mock-ups, and design-assist services help architects, designers, and glazing contractors evaluate materials, confirm performance, and refine details before fabrication begins.
Engaging with GGI in the early phases of design helps ensure decorative glass supports creative vision, code compliance, and long-term performance throughout the life of the project.
An excellent example of decorative glass serving both functional and aesthetic purposes is the Z Bar rooftop lounge at the Peninsula Chicago Hotel. The glass canopy meets safety glazing requirements while providing a striking visual element, along with shading and solar control.
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🏇 Off to the races in Louisville
The GGI team is gearing up for the BEC Conference today and ready to talk glass innovation, fabrication capabilities, and getting mixed truckloads with ease.
If you’re in Louisville for #BEC2026, stop by tabletop 26 and connect.
Let’s make this show a winning run.
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AIA Continuing Education Opportunity for Design Professionals
GGI offers an AIA Continuing Education course, Designing with Architectural Decorative Glass, available in multiple formats to fit today’s learning preferences. The course is presented as a self-paced online course through AEC Daily, face-to-face, or via live webinar scheduled exclusive to your firm.
Participants earn 1.0 Learning Unit (LU) upon completion. The course qualifies as HSW and is recognized by more than 30 professional organizations, including GBCI and IDCEC , among others.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
> Discuss the design trends related to architectural decorative glass, i.e., designs that meet safety and code requirements and incorporate open spaces, expanses of natural light, privacy requirements, and increased daylighting.
> State the features and applications of various decorative glass options that are available that enhance the visual interest of an interior space and the aesthetic value of a building while improving performance and reducing glare.
> List the considerations when evaluating and specifying an architectural decorative glass product to facilitate the selection process.
> Explain how the use of architectural decorative glass can contribute to sustainable design and LEED certification by maximizing daylighting and improving solar control.
Begin the course now, or schedule a face-to-face: https://www.generalglass.com/about/#continuing-education
Flexible format. Accredited learning. Practical design insight.
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Custom Glass.
Fabricated In-House.
Delivered With Precision.
In this video, GGI fabricates a custom glass desktop using its Intermac Master 65 CNC machine—one of many advanced tools supporting the company’s comprehensive in-house glass fabrication capabilities.
GGI continues to strengthen its fabrication processes and technology to streamline production while maintaining high quality standards. From precision notches and hole drilling to refined edge work, complex cutouts in preparation for annealed, tempered, or laminated glass applications.
Fabrication for shower enclosures, glass entrance systems, canopies, and railing systems is managed under one roof for greater control, efficiency, and accountability.
The ability to process virtually any type of glass and thicknesses allows GGI to support a wide range of architectural and interior glass applications.
Combined with a vast glass inventory, in-house fabrication reduces lead times, improves consistency, and helps ensure projects meet demanding performance and design requirements.
Career Opportunities at GGI
GGI is always looking for great people to join the team. From customer service and estimating to driver and production roles, we welcome candidates who want to grow their career with a company built on consistency, craftsmanship, and follow-through.
For 125 years, GGI has maintained a Can Do culture grounded in teamwork, problem-solving, and respect for work-life balance.
Visit GGI online to explore current opportunities and learn how we can work together.
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