The design by Olsen Kundig Architects features slender steel beams supporting alternating slopped and flat glass roofs accented by antique corrugated glass. Tanglewood’s challenge was to figure out how their elegant concept could be built in a way that was both structurally sound and watertight.

The old corrugated wire glass is a critically important feature for the client who personally located the source for the material. Curated from old warehouses in the US, each piece contributes its own character and patina. To ensure these pieces of antique glass were a focal point and did not disrupt the structural integrity, they were placed on the exterior of the greenhouse using specially designed fasteners.

The result is a captivating play of light and history, where time can be spent in quiet renewal, fostering the growth of both plants and people. Blurring the boundaries between the indoors and outdoors, sunlight pours through the glass panes, illuminating a symphony of greenery.

Tanglewood will often provide a customized grow system package that can include automated venting, watering, lighting, heating and monitoring to support the unique needs of each client.