Glass Façade Global Market Report 2024

A glass facade refers to the primary front or face of a building that is oriented toward a street or open space, designed to withstand various weather conditions. This architectural element is robust enough to endure harsh environmental elements. The use of a glass facade allows natural light to permeate the structure, providing occupants with views of the surroundings.

The main types of glass facades include tempered, insulated, laminated, and others. Tempered glass facades, also known as toughened glass, have the characteristic of breaking into small, blunt pieces instead of large, sharp shards, reducing the likelihood of causing injury. These types of glass facades find applications in both residential and non-residential settings.

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The glass façade market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $167.25 billion in 2023 to $174.69 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4%. The growth observed in the historic period can be attributed to several key factors, including a focus on architectural aesthetics, the trends of urbanization and high-rise construction, compliance with energy efficiency regulations, considerations of natural light and scenic views, and overall economic growth. These factors collectively contributed to the growth and development of glass facades during that period.

The glass façade market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $210.52 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to several factors, including efforts to mitigate urban heat islands, the rising popularity of net-zero energy buildings, increased focus on building renovation and retrofit projects, the incorporation of climate-resilient designs, and the utilization of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Major trends expected in the forecast period include the adoption of building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), transparent solar technologies, the implementation of smart facade systems, the use of smart glass and sensors, as well as advancements in digital fabrication and 3D printing. These trends collectively contribute to the projected growth and innovation in the field of glass facades.

Increasing investments in construction activities play a pivotal role in driving the growth of the glass facade market. The growing adoption of glass-based architecture in both residential and non-residential applications contributes to extended daylight availability, leading to cost savings on external lighting. In India, for example, the estimated total expenditure on the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs for 2021-22 is Rs 54,581 crore ($718.03 million), marking a 14% annual increase over the actual expenditure for 2019–20. The escalating investments in construction, coupled with the demand for glass facades, drive the growth of the glass facade market.

The rising emphasis on energy-efficient buildings is anticipated to further propel the growth of the glass facade market. Energy-efficient buildings necessitate advanced insulation, daylight utilization, solar control, and smart glass technologies, all of which are capabilities offered by glass facades. These facades contribute not only to the energy efficiency of buildings but also align with green building regulations, market demands, and cost-saving objectives. As an example, in 2021, China topped the annual ranking report from the US Green Building Council (USGBC) with 1,077 certified LEED projects focused on reducing carbon emissions. This was followed by Canada with 205 LEED projects and India with 146 LEED projects. The increasing emphasis on energy-efficient buildings serves as a significant driver for the growth of the glass facade market.

Technological advancements, particularly in the form of smart windows, are gaining popularity in the glass facade market. Smart windows, such as electrochromic glass, can alter their tint and reflective properties based on external temperature, driven by a low-voltage current. Equipped with numerous sensors sensitive to sunlight and occupancy, these windows make intelligent decisions about their mode, including Glare Mode, Daylight Mode, Clear Mode, and Tinted Mode. For example, SageGlass from Saint-Gobain, a France-based company, offers smart glasses that contribute to energy savings by reducing electricity consumption, exemplifying the innovative technological trends in the glass facade market.

Major players in the glass facade market are actively innovating new products to maintain a competitive edge. An example of this is Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., a France-based construction materials and solutions company, which launched a groundbreaking product in September 2022 - ORAE, a low-carbon glass. ORAE distinguishes itself through its low embodied carbon, achieved through a production process that incorporates a high proportion of recycled glass and utilizes renewable energy sources. The estimated carbon footprint of ORAE is a mere 7 kg CO2 eq/m2 for a 4mm substrate. When paired with the existing COOL-LITE XTREME coating technology known for its energy-efficient properties, this range offers one of the lowest carbon footprints in the market, reducing it by approximately 40% compared to Saint-Gobain's baseline product. This innovation exemplifies the commitment to sustainability and technological advancement in the glass facade market.

In a strategic move in December 2021, Soltech Energy Sweden AB, a Sweden-based provider of solar energy solutions, acquired ESSA Glass & Aluminium AB for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is poised to integrate solar energy into the product range, increase both sales and earnings, and strengthen Soltech’s facade segment. ESSA Glas & Aluminium AB, the acquired company, specializes in various exterior and interior glass solutions, with a particular emphasis on the facade construction of commercial properties. This strategic acquisition aligns with Soltech Energy's goal to enhance its offerings and capabilities in the glass facade market.

Major companies operating in the glass façade market include Saint-Gobain SA, AGC Inc., Guardian Industries, Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd., Sisecam Group, Kawneer Company Inc., YKK AP Inc., Rockwool International A/S, EOS Framing Limited, Harmon Inc., Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited, Schüco International KG, Asahi India Glass Limited, Enclos Corp., Permasteelisa S.p.A., Walters & Wolf LLC, Jinjiu Sci-Tech New Material Co., Rautaruukki Corporation, Hansen Group Inc., Rock Panel Group, Enterprise Francis Bouygues, Apple Inc., Hochstein International Trading Private Limited, Guardian Industries Corp., AGC Glass Europe, Pilkington Group Limited, Central Glass Co. Ltd., Euroglas GmbH, Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd., China Glass Holdings Limited, Taiwan Glass Ind. Corp., Vitro S.A.B. de C.V., PPG Industries Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the glass facade market in 2023 and is also expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the glass facade market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the Glass Facade market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The glass facade market consists of sales of semi unitized curtain wall, unitized curtain wall and frameless systems. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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