Restorative Glass: Reversible, discreet restoration using structural glass components

Faidra Oikonomopoulou; Telesilla Bristogianni; Lida Barou; Rob van Hees; Rob Nijsse; Fred Veer; Schellen Henk; Jos van Schijndel

doi:10.7480/spool.2017.2.1925

Restorative Glass: Reversible, discreet restoration using structural glass components

Faidra Oikonomopoulou, Telesilla Bristogianni, Lida Barou, Rob van Hees, Rob Nijsse, Fred Veer, Schellen Henk, Jos van Schijndel

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The application of structural glass as the principal material in restoration and conservation practices is a distinguishable, yet discreet approach. The transparency of glass allows the simultaneous perception of the monument at both its original and present condition, preserving its historical and aesthetical integrity. Concurrently, the material’s unique mechanical properties enable the structural consolidation of the monument. As a proof of concept, the restoration of Lichtenberg Castle is proposed. Solid cast glass units are suggested to complete the missing parts, in respect to the existing construction technique and aesthetics of the original masonry. Aiming for a reversible system, the glass units are interlocking, ensuring
the overall stability without necessitating permanent, adhesive connections. This results in an elegant and reversible intervention.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	39-43
Journal	Spool. Journal of Architecture and the Built Environment
Volume	4
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.7480/spool.2017.2.1925
Publication status	Published - 2016

Keywords

Glass restoration
Structural Glass
Solid glass bricks
Restoration
Preservation

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