Glass Windbreak - Practical & Good Looking

This stunning glass windbreak created the usable outdoor area that the homeowners had been dreaming of. Built on a hill site near Gore two years previously, the owners love the beautiful view but not the strong winds that come along with the elevated setting. Initially, the customers had envisioned a slatted windbreak, although they wanted glass fencing, they presumed this was impossible with the wind.

With the absence of established trees to act as a barrier against the wind and the previous steel fence that had blown over, the customers wanted something robust and durable that would last. Factoring in durability concerns, and with the preference for glass, Brendan from HomePlus Southland recommended a glass windbreak/screen using the Edge balustrade system. The Edge semi-frameless balustrade finish is engineered and tested to exceed building code requirements, including durability in NZ's different wind zones, from low through to high strength.

A view of the outdoor patio area sheltered from the wind

Working in the current patio area, Brendan lifted the edge pavers and fitted the posts into the ground, fixing them with concrete. The original pavers were then cut to fit around the posts and re-installed, toughened safety glass was fitted into the post pockets, and were finished in the same Silver Pearl Dulux powder coat colour to match the home's existing joinery. 

Not only are the customers happy to finally have a usable outdoor area, but they are also absolutely thrilled with the stunning finished looks of the glass windbreak. This is a great example of a custom-made solution for a customer’s particular need, drawing on a range of HomePlus product systems and experience. 

Panoramic views of the glass Edge balustrade windbreak

Check out more details on the Edge Balustrade here