A historic building in TriBeCa stood out for its short stature. A glass-brick addition was the unconventional solution.

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Vintage shower handle and glass block wall - shine.graphics/Shutterstock The fact that glass block showers have been around forever — or at least since the early ...

NASA's stardust mission successfully collected dust from a comet's tail and returned it to Earth. The aerogel used as the collection medium was developed at JPL. In this 2002 photo is Dr. Peter Tsou ...

If the thought of opaque, square glass bricks kind of makes you recoil, you’re not alone. But trust us on this one, glass bricks are back—but not like you remember. A fresh update on the '70s/'80s ...

Engineers developed a new kind of reconfigurable masonry made from 3D-printed, recycled glass. The bricks could be reused many times over in building facades and internal walls. What if construction ...

From a privacy-conscious home in Japan to a vaulted greenhouse in Chile, this roundup spotlights buildings from around the world that are brightened by luminous glass bricks and blocks. Popularised in ...

Discover how a sleek glass brick container can elevate your bar's aesthetic and organization. Perfect for showcasing your ...

Glass bricks have been around for years, yet the uniqueness about them gives any home décor a touch of elegance, versatility and contemporary atmosphere. Here’s a lowdown on glass bricks. Glass bricks ...

For years, glass curtain façades have been de rigueur for hot new condos. While they have not faded from view, more affordable and traditional-looking glass bricks are coming back in fashion.