glass

In Caracas the use of Glass in architecture has been developing more rapidly. It was rarely taken in concern in the past century. Nowadays, we can see buildings covered in courting-walls and houses full of windows. The use of glass in Caracas is very controversial however. Architects must study the use of glass in a building very well. Sunrays throughout the year affect Caracas, being in the tropic, so windows must be very carefully placed to maintain the comfort of the people living in the building. That explains the difficultness of using glass in this city; although, when put correctly glass beautifies and creates incredible spacial relationships with the environment.

Here are some examples of the use of glass in buildings in Caracas.

Parque Cristal



Parque Central 