Walker Art Center | Minneapolis, MN

The Challenge 

When a pane of glass on the Walker Art Center’s Graham Exhibit broke, the replacement required more than standard glazing expertise. The oversized Solarcool Gray laminated reflective glass featured a unique hologram-like appearance and needed to match the existing installation precisely. The art center’s high standards also meant every detail of the finish needed to be flawless.

Our Solution

Brin’s Service Team took a consultative approach to the repair, identifying the exact glass makeup and developed a solution that would preserve the exhibit’s unique appearance. Leveraging our extensive glazing expertise, Brin coordinated locating the matching replacement panel and quickly mobilized a seven-person crew to complete the complex installation. Careful planning, sealing, and finishing ensured a successful outcome that met the client’s expectations.

Results Accomplished

The damaged glass was successfully removed and replaced with a precisely matched panel that preserved the exhibit’s distinct appearance and visual performance. The installation was completed safely and efficiently, with attention to detail throughout the project. The finished result met the Walker Art Center’s high expectations and restored the exhibit to its original appearance without impacting ongoing operations.

Why was Brin Glass best suited for the work?

The Walker Art Center has relied on Brin Glass and our service team for years to support specialized glass projects. Our long-standing relationship, decades of glazing expertise, and experience with complex systems gave the team the knowledge and craftsmanship needed to successfully complete this unique glass replacement.

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