Berman Glass Editions- Brochure

Berman Glass editionsMAKE AN IMPRESSIONGuardian InGlass™ presents Berman Glass editions,™ a series of signature glass textures hand-designed by pioneering glass artist Joel Berman. Each is pressure-formed in volume to fit your budget and your timeframe. Now you can transform almost any setting—from private homes to corporate, commercial, hospitality and healthcare environments—with the look of custom glass.S O O T H E · I N S P I R E · I L L U M I N A T E“I look for honest, beautiful materials that marry form and function. In Berman Glass editions, I find all of the above.” ARCHITECT3être French for “to be,” être is an organic non-directional texture inspired by the markings in granite. This subtle texture was initially designed in 1993 to represent nature in architecture. With a subdued drama, être invites private conversations while it welcomes abundant light.ima Japanese for “now,” ima is a linear texture placed over a light être background. Originally designed in 1996, it represents the dramatic repeating lines in contemporary architecture combined with freeform lines found in nature. The design is directional, glazed to your preferred orientation.4Offering structure with a sense of fluidity, ima is a natural fit for creative, contemplative spaces.“If it’s possible for building materials to convey emotion, Berman Glass editions do.” ARCHITECT“Berman Glass editions illustrate the power of glass to influence how light enters the room; in essence, how we experience a space.” INTERIOR DESIGNER7As light dances across it, aquí lends movement to sophisticated settings.aquí Spanish for “here,” aquí is an organic texture with freehand vertical markings, inspired by the delicate patterns of falling rain against a window. The design is directional, glazed to your preferred orientation.estoSpanish for “this point on,” esto is a random, multidimensional design with horizontal forms across a lightly brushed background. The design is directional, glazed to your preferred orientation.8Applied in great expanses and selective touches, esto unifies a space.“Berman Glass editions feel both hand-crafted and of nature—two qualities that make us feel at home in our new space.” CUSTOMERProduct Specifications Thickness and stock sheet sizes1/4" (6 mm) 72" (1829 mm) x 132" (3352 mm) and 72" (1829 mm) x 84" (2134 mm) 3/8" (10 mm) 72" (1829 mm) x 132" (3352 mm) and 72" (1829 mm) x 84" (2134 mm)1/2" (12 mm) 72" (1829 mm) x 132" (3352 mm) and 72" (1829 mm) x 84" (2134 mm)Maximum sheet sizeUp to 72" (1829 mm) x 144" (3658 mm)DesignAll patterns repeat every 27" (675 mm); être is non-directional; all others are directional patterns and can be glazed to your preferred orientationNatural colorClearSafety and security optionsTemper LaminateInsulateDesign optionsCurve (bend) Shape (cut) Drill Notch Slump Carve Sandblast Back paint and laminate colorEdge finish optionsSeamedFlat groundPencil groundHigh-polished flatHigh-polished pencilDubbed cornerRadius cornerOgeeBerman Glass editions for Guardian InGlass make designer glass textures readily available at an affordable price through a partnership between designer Joel Berman and global glass manufacturer Guardian. A glass artist for more than 30 years, Joel Berman launched a self-named glass studio in 1980 in Vancouver, British Columbia. He is celebrated for the one-of-a-kind sculptures and limited production glass he creates for beautiful interiors and exteriors in a number of industries and private homes.Berman Glass editions are available exclusively from Guardian.Photo creditPage 7, bottom: Kevin BeswickDownload a QR code reader using your mobile device. Scan the QR code for more information.Berman Glass editions™ are featured products from Guardian InGlass™, forward-thinking interior glass solutions.To learn more about the breadth of Guardian InGlass products and services, visit GuardianInGlass.com, a comprehensive glass resource for interior architects and designers.A global glass manufacturer headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, Guardian is a leader in float glass, fabricated glass, fiberglass insulation and other building materials for commercial, residential, interior and automotive applications. To learn more, visit Guardian.com.Berman Glass editions is a trademark of Berman Glass editions Inc.© 2011 Guardian Industries Corp. BermanGlasseditionsBrochure2011_1.pdf BermanGlasseditionsBrochure2011_2