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Glass partitions have become integral in modern, minimalist and contemporary office design. Their simple, clean aesthetics encourage the natural flow of light and enhance the sensation of space in offices, regardless of their size, while also offering sufficient levels of privacy and acoustic insulation when required.
Whether you're an architect planning a new commercial office fit-out, or a business owner looking to revitalise and evolve your workspace design, understanding the benefits, categories, and costs of office glass partitions will help you make an informed decision that offers your project immediate and long-term value.
Frameless glass partitioning systems can make any office feel brighter, less cluttered, and spacious. They create the illusion of continuous, uninterrupted space in offices, while also, when integrated with double-glazed office doors, offering privacy when needed, for when those important meetings come around.
The Pure collection from Planet delivers these results, with options like single-glazed Pure 20 systems (20mm profile) delivering sleek office aesthetics with moderate acoustic performance.
For offices where enhanced sound control is vital, frameless double-glazed systems such as Pure 54 (54mm profile) provide superior acoustic qualities whilst maintaining the clean, uninterrupted aesthetic that defines modern office design.
At the premium end, Pure 100 systems (100mm profile) offer top-tier acoustic isolation for boardrooms and confidential meeting spaces.
Framed office partition systems offer a clean, streamlined and bright visual appeal, which is handy for spaces where industrial sophistication is desired. The Loft collection personifies this desired approach with its unique styling, bringing industrial charm to contemporary office environments.
Loft 20 framed single-glazed partitioning offers cost-effective solutions for open-plan offices, whilst Loft 54 framed double-glazed systems provide enhanced acoustic performance.
Modern partition systems can be demounted and reconfigured, allowing spaces to be flexibly altered as and when necessary. They can be relocated, expanded, or narrowed with minimal disruption, making them ideal for scaling businesses. The modular design reduces the amount of waste commonly seen in standard drywall construction, and supports sustainable office design and building practices by enabling reuse of perfectly usable glass partitions.
Changes can be made out of hours or over weekends to avoid disruption to day-to-day operations.
Demountable partitions can be paired with demountable crosswall for full flexibility.
UK building regulation compliance is vital in any commercial environment. Fire-rated glazing systems provide the essential coverage and safety performance qualities while supporting an office's aesthetic and functional goals. These systems are tested and certified to specific fire resistance standards, ensuring that businesses are complying with the law while prioritising worker safety through protection of key exit routes.
Glass partition prices vary substantially and are driven by several factors. The factors affecting the prices of glass partitioning include:
As a general rule, frameless systems are typically priced higher per linear metre. Lower-end framed products will be more budget-friendly than higher-end, curved products with better fire ratings and acoustic performance.
Office partition costs may also vary from installer to installer. Installing glass partitioning should only be carried out by a professional installer, who can ensure precision fitting, correct acoustic configuration, structural integrity, and the ability to demount and reconfigure if necessary. Some installations are more complex depending on the type of system chosen and structural obstacles in the incumbent office layout.
As always, it's important to view glass partitions as an investment in your office and business, as their long-term returns on investment far exceed their upfront costs. The ability to reconfigure spaces without major construction costs, energy savings, flexibility benefits, and more, will only add value to your business in the long run, and support it as business needs change over time.
Choosing the best glass partition systems requires you to carefully consider:
Deciding on the best system for you will be made easier when consulting with experienced specialists who can ensure your chosen product ticks all your boxes. Comprehensive glass partitioning solutions from Radii Planet Group will give you the peace of mind knowing that your chosen partition system will be right for your business, and that it will support you in the short- and long-term.
Get in touch with us online and we will be happy to discuss your specific requirements, guide you through the selection process and ensure optimal outcomes for your project.
