Photography: ® Yaroslav Soltys
Photography: ® Yaroslav Soltys
Photography: ® Yaroslav Soltys
Photography: ® Yaroslav Soltys
Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
Photography: ® Yaroslav Soltys
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Kawneer’s National Accounts Division has been a trusted partner to Kia dealerships across the United States, providing a wide range of services that have helped ensure the successful execution of numerous projects. From estimating and shipping support to detailed material coordination, our team has remained highly responsive and attentive to project needs.
Our dedicated team has offered comprehensive assistance throughout each phase, including product selection, shop drawings, design consultation and finish recommendations. This collaborative approach has helped create dealership spaces that are not only functional but also visually aligned with Kia’s brand identity.
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Photography: ® Yaroslav Soltys
Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
Photography: ® Yaroslav Soltys
Photography: ® Yaroslav Soltys
A key contributor to the success of several Kia projects has been Broken Glass, Inc., which played a vital role as the glazing contractor by providing expert glazing services and hands-on support throughout the construction process. Their team worked in close collaboration with Kawneer and the general contractor to ensure the precise installation of glass systems, enhancing both the aesthetic and functional aspects of each space.
Broken Glass Inc. was fully responsible for the glazing scope, from selecting and installing Kawneer systems to overseeing all frame and glass specifications. Their attention to detail, responsiveness to site conditions and commitment to quality were instrumental in maintaining project timelines and delivering a finished product that met Kia’s standards. The team worked directly with Kawneer throughout the entire process, ensuring seamless integration of Kawneer products from start to finish.
Joseph Nicholas Construction served as the general contractor and played an important role in managing the broader scope of the project.
GLAZING CONTRACTOR: Broken Glass, Inc., Chicago, IL
GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Joseph Nicholas Construction, Schaumburg, IL
Photography: ® Yaroslav Soltys
Photography: ® Yaroslav Soltys
Photography: ® Yaroslav Soltys
Elgin Kia in Elgin, Illinois, utilizes the Kawneer 1620 Curtain Wall System with a 2″ (50.8mm) sightline and 7-1/2″ (190.5mm) depth, with steel reinforcement inside the mullions and finished with #14 Clear Anodized finish. For the interior, Kawneer’s Trifab® VersaGlaze® 450 and 451T Framing Systems were used for the vestibule and between the service area and showroom, ensuring a cohesive and durable design.
Photography: ® Yaroslav Soltys
Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
Similar to the Elgin Kia project, the Antioch Kia dealership features our 1620 Curtain Wall System with a 2″ (50.8mm) sightline and 7-1/2″ (190.5mm) depth with steel reinforcement inside the mullions and finished with #14 Clear Anodized.
For the interior, Kawneer’s Trifab® VersaGlaze® 450 and 451T Framing Systems were used for the vestibule and between the service area and showroom, maintaining consistency across the dealership’s design.
Photography: Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
The McGrath Kia in Hiawatha, Iowa, features Kawneer’s 1600 Wall System®2 Structural Silicone Glazed (SSG) Curtain Wall System with a 2-1/2″ sightline and 10-1/2″ system depth, also finished with #14 Clear Anodized finish. This system was factory fabricated with standard shear block construction and required structural silicone at both the exterior and interior of the building, providing a sleek and modern appearance.
The Raymond Kia in Antioch, Illinois, incorporated Kawneer’s 1600 Wall System®1 Curtain Wall.
Photography: Images courtesy of Broken Glass, Inc.
Consistency is key when it comes to corporate branding and design, which is why Kawneer’s dedicated National Accounts team provides a full service offering for consistency and design assistance for corporate branding.
At Kawneer, we bring brands to the forefront, driving a relentless focus on innovation to enable architects and designers to envision sustainable and resilient retail buildings that enhance brand identity, create consistency across projects and improve energy efficiency for owners, employees and customers.