BirdSmart Bird Safe Glass

BirdSmart Bird Safe Glass is designed to reduce bird collisions while prioritizing sustainability and performance. Its first-surface laser-etched patterns break up reflections and alert birds to the presence of glass, minimizing collisions. The glass is manufactured using a clean, non-caustic laser etching process, avoiding harsh chemicals and ensuring an eco-friendly solution. It also integrates with Solarban solar control low-e glass by Vitro, maintaining energy efficiency with optimal visible light transmittance (VLT) and solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC).

2025 PIA Judge's Comment:

"BirdSmart Bird Safe Glass represents an elegant and highly effective response to one of the most significant environmental challenges in architecture: bird collisions with reflective glass surfaces. By combining first-surface laser etching with Solarban low-e performance, Vitro delivers a product that is simultaneously bird-friendly, energy-efficient, visually refined, and aligned with rigorous sustainability standards. It is a thoughtful, technically sound solution that balances ecological responsibility with architectural ambition."

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