Glass guide

Planning a glass partition for a practice or reception area

In practices, reception areas and consultation rooms, spaces should feel open and still allow orientation, discretion and easy cleaning. A glass partition can strike exactly this balance if it is planned to suit the way the space is used.

Guiding people more clearly through reception

At reception, the first impression counts. Glass can separate the reception desk, the waiting area and routes through the room without leading visitors into a dark or cramped space. What matters are lines of sight, door positions and the question of where discretion is really needed.

Settling discretion early, not at the end

Clear glass looks open, but it is not always the right choice. Depending on use, satin-finish areas, decorated surfaces or partially transparent solutions can make sense. This should be discussed early so that the solution suits the consultation setting and customer contact.

Keeping cleaning and everyday use in mind

In heavily used areas in particular, glass surfaces must remain easy to reach. Connections, fittings, floor guides and door details should be planned so that cleaning and daily use do not become unnecessarily complicated.

These documents help with your enquiry

• photos of the reception, waiting area or planned consultation zone
• rough width, height and position of the partition you would like
• notes on doors, doorways, the counter, furniture and routes through the room
• what you would like in terms of openness, privacy, cleaning and the effect of the glass

When a showroom visit makes sense

If the glass type, fittings or the degree of privacy are still hard to picture, the showroom helps. There, samples and finishes are easier to judge and can be related to photos of your own rooms.