Two Seamlessly Connected Sliding Glass Elevations
IQ Glass installed two slim framed sliding glass elevations arranged around a 90-degree opening corner. Each elevation is constructed as a three panel, three track sliding system designed to slide back into concealed pockets, removing the entire façade from view when fully opened. This creates a continuous, unobstructed opening onto the lake and surrounding decking.
The front elevation measures 5.2m wide and slides into a 1m deep pocket, while the side elevation measures 7m long and recesses into a deeper 1.7m pocket. The sliding height of 2.9m delivers a scaled glazing proportion that enhances the vertical presence of the space. At the junction between the two elevations, a true moving corner connection allows both façades to retract simultaneously to form a wide, panoramic aperture.
The slim 21mm profile of the system supports the architectural intent: crisp lines, maximum glass surface, and the highest achievable clarity between interior and landscape.
Privacy and Solar Control Through Integrated Timber Shutters
While the goal of the project was transparency, the building also required flexibility. Hand‑operated burnt timber shutters were installed as a secondary skin, allowing the boathouse to function as a private enclosure when needed. When shut, the building presents a monolithic timber façade within the landscape, concealing the glazing and emphasizing the calm sculptural form of the structure.
The slatted shutter design permits dappled light to enter the interior even when closed. This ensures the boathouse remains usable throughout the day without artificial lighting. The integration of the shutters with the sliding pocket door design required careful coordination between the glazing installation and the timber envelope.
