Glass in general is appreciated for its versatility. It looks fragile and light but it’s actually extremely strong and durable and this combination of qualities has revealed numerous opportunities for us to use it interior design. But today we’re going to talk about something specific: balustrades.

Glass balustrades are also spectacular when used for staircases

It’s where glass impresses the most with natural qualities. A glass balustrade is strong enough and safe enough to replace any other type of balustrade but it has something that no other kind has: transparency. Imagine having a terrace with spectacular views. You would want to be able to admire them without anything standing in the way. A glass balustrade will offer you that.

Their sleek, simple and clean look allows them to go almost unnoticedGlass balustrades require minimal support and this distinguishes them for all other typesA glass balustrade can beautifully complement a wooden staircaseGlass balustrades look best when used with floating stairsA terrace with wonderful views can definitely benefit from a transparent glass balustradeA glass balustrade with a continuous design can easily go unnoticedIt’s common for glass balustrades to have stainless steel support and handrailsIt’s usually the light that gets reflected in the glass that reveals the presence of the balustradeGlass balustrades are most suitable for modern and contemporary designsContemporary staircases often feature a combination of materialsA glass balustrade perfectly integrates in any kind of décor thanks to its transparencyThe visual effects created with the help of glass can be quite spectacularA steel and glass staircase will often have an industrial charmChoose a contemporary look for your balcony

Glass balustrades offer numerous unique advantages. They offer you safety and strength just like timber or even steel but, in addition to that, they also offer minimal use of support posts and this way you’ll get clean lines and unobstructed views. It’s definitely a detail that would change the design of a terrace or balcony.

Picture sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15.