Techno™ Recycled Glass Surfaces by Architectural System, Inc. (ASI)
Stacy B. Williams
Special Contributor
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Recycled and repurposed materials are truly trending in the fabrication and design industries. For those in search of a unique and sustainable surface material, Techno™ Recycled Glass Surfaces by Architectural Systems, Inc. (ASI) is an optimum choice.
This sleek and modern surface product is made off-shore from 99% pre- and post-consumer recycled glass.
The glass is heated and agglomerated under high pressure to create an exceptionally clean and durable material.
“Horizontal surfaces provide a unique challenge to the design industry,” says ASI’s Director of Marketing, Bobby Tumpak.
Techno™ Recycled Glass is a material that offers a striking visual appeal with the durability and hardness of glass.
This finished product is water and stain resistant and holds a LEED certified Materials and Resources credit of 4.1 or 4.2, which has become increasingly important to designers and contractors.
“Recycled products are more in demand than ever,” says Tumpak, “Almost all of our materials are curated with sensitivity to the impact they pose on the environment.”
Although Techno™ Recycled Glass has been available to the US market since 2010, the hospitality and design industries just recognized ASI’s product last year.
Techno™ Recycled Glass received the 2013 Award of Excellence in the Applied Finishes and Materials category designed for an environmentally conscious hospitality installation.
It is praised for its contemporary style and translucent effect.
Tumpak says that the award recognition has led to a positive sales impact.
ASI has seen an increase of requests for the material in major new hotel projects and renovations across the globe.
It can be found on the gallery walls in the National Museum of China in Beijing, for example.
Techno™ Recycled Glass is ideal for use in restaurant bars, retail shelving, focal walls or hotel vanities.
“Christian Louboutin, the top French shoe designer, is doing an entire store around Techno™ Recycled Glass, specifically focused on shelving,” says Tumpak.
The Techno™ Recycled Glass comes in ten different gemstone-inspired color variations ranging from earthy brown to sea green.
Tumpak notes that the lighter colors tend to be more popular, particularly when backlighting is being utilized.
For larger projects, ASI can offer pre-fabricated slabs, including cut-to-size, sink cut-outs and special edge treatments.
ASI is a leading global distributor of distinctive and affordable interior finishes.
Since its founding in 1990, ASI has been known for its innovative products and fresh thinking for commercial interiors.
Clients return again and again for ASI’s expertise, commitment to service, project solutions and collective eye for WHAT’S NEXT® in materials - with the added ease of finding it all in one place.
Visit www.archsystems.com for more information.