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Emerald Green Venetian Glass Bricks Dazzle

 

Glen-Gery Corporation, a leading brick manufacturer under Brickworks North America, has introduced Emerald Green as the latest color in its Venetian Glass Brick collection. This launch is positioned to address current architectural and design trends that emphasize the resurgence of bold color and the strategic use of natural light in built environments. According to Tim Leese, Glen-Gery’s director of marketing, the Emerald Green Venetian Glass Brick embodies these trends by fostering a sense of openness, allowing the passage of natural light, and enabling the subtle division of spaces while maintaining privacy. The expansion of Glen-Gery’s color portfolio aims to give architects, designers, and homeowners greater versatility and creative freedom, enhancing the interplay of color, texture, and light in their projects.

The Emerald Green brick is characterized by its rich, jewel-like green hue combined with the transparency and brilliance typical of Venetian glass. This combination results in a dynamic, modern aesthetic that can transform spaces—whether used as a statement wall, an accent feature, or in larger architectural installations. The brick’s luminous quality infuses interiors with vibrant color, while its Italian-inspired craftsmanship brings a sense of luxury and sophistication to a wide range of applications.

Glen-Gery offers the Venetian Glass Brick in three finishes: natural, polished, and frosted. These options allow for diverse textures and visual effects, supporting a variety of design concepts. The translucent nature of the glass brick is particularly suited to open-plan layouts, indoor-outdoor transitions, and biophilic design strategies, as it amplifies light and maintains visual connectivity without compromising privacy. This makes the product especially appealing for contemporary projects that prioritize both aesthetics and functional flexibility.

The inspiration for the Emerald Green color is rooted in Philadelphia’s cultural and sports heritage, notably reflecting the city’s pride and the iconic green associated with the Philadelphia Eagles. Glen-Gery’s marketing highlights the brick as not just a building material, but a statement of resilience, strength, and community spirit. The company positions the product as a way for architects and designers to bring a piece of this victorious energy into their own projects, reinforcing the idea that innovative architecture can be both expressive and enduring.

Glen-Gery’s broader product line includes over 600 brick varieties in multiple sizes, colors, and finishes, catering to a wide spectrum of architectural requirements. The company is recognized for its commitment to quality and innovation, operating multiple manufacturing facilities and showrooms across the United States. The Venetian Glass Brick collection, shaped by Italian artistry, stands out for its transparency and brilliance—qualities that are now further enhanced by the introduction of the Emerald Green color.

Glen-Gery’s Emerald Green Venetian Glass Brick represents a fusion of vibrant color, light manipulation, and craftsmanship, designed to meet the evolving needs of modern architecture. Its versatility in application and finishes, along with its cultural resonance, positions it as a distinctive and forward-thinking choice for designers seeking to make bold, light-filled statements in their projects.

More information is available here.

Image: Glen-Gery’s Emerald Green Venetian Glass Bricks. www.glengery.com

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David Shiller
David Shiller is the Publisher of LightNOW, and President of Lighting Solution Development, a North American consulting firm providing business development services to advanced lighting manufacturers. The ALA awarded David the Pillar of the Industry Award. David has co-chaired ALA’s Engineering Committee since 2010. David established MaxLite’s OEM component sales into a multi-million dollar division. He invented GU24 lamps while leading ENERGY STAR lighting programs for the US EPA. David has been published in leading lighting publications, including LD+A, enLIGHTenment Magazine, LEDs Magazine, and more.

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