Advanced Glazings Ltd., a global leader in high-performance translucent glazing, will host a public open house on March 27, 2026, in Midtown Savannah to introduce Solera Reserve™, its most advanced residential daylighting solution. The event, scheduled from 3:00 to 6:00 PM EST, will feature a walk-through demonstration at one of the first completed Solera Reserve™ residential installations worldwide, allowing architects, builders, media, and community members to experience the material's transformative effects on light, privacy, and comfort in a real-world home setting.
Solera Reserve™ applies daylighting principles proven in commercial settings like museums, galleries, and airports to residential design. Positioned between clear and opaque building materials, it diffuses sunlight, minimizes glare, and delivers soft, uniform illumination while maintaining privacy and performance. This innovation is particularly significant for sun-intensive regions like the Southeast, where conventional glazing often leads to excessive heat gain and visual discomfort. Dr. Doug Milburn, Founder and Chairman of Advanced Glazings, emphasized the relevance of the Savannah location, stating, "This is a region defined by intense sun, heat, and glare - conditions where traditional glass either overwhelms a space or forces you to shut the light out entirely. Solera® doesn't fight sunlight or block it; it harnesses it."
The technology offers a combination of performance characteristics, including High Light Diffusion Power for balanced daylight, thermal efficiency to reduce solar heat gain and ease HVAC demand, acoustic performance for quieter interiors, and durable, fire-resistant construction. It also provides design flexibility with custom sizes, shapes, colors, and frit patterns. By eliminating the need for traditional blinds and shades, Solera Reserve™ aims to create residential interiors that feel open yet private and luminous yet controlled, potentially reducing energy costs and enhancing living comfort.
The open house will include refreshments, a presentation by Dr. Milburn, and a guided tour of the installation. Milburn described the event as an opportunity to bring together Savannah's design community to explore the future of residential daylighting, adding, "It's a chance to share ideas, ask questions, and experience how daylight - when handled properly - can fundamentally change the way a home feels." For additional information, visit https://www.advancedglazings.com.
