Designed for sensitive architecture and public access

Glass Entrances for Museums & Heritage Buildings

Museums and heritage buildings often require a careful balance between preservation and modern accessibility. Entrances must sit comfortably within the existing architecture while accommodating high visitor volumes and meeting current building standards.

Open Entrances works with architects, consultants and developers to design and deliver bespoke glass entrance systems for cultural and historic environments. Each solution is developed to complement the building while improving access, flow and performance.

Challenges in heritage environments

Working within heritage and cultural buildings introduces a distinct set of design and engineering challenges.

Each project requires a tailored approach that considers both the architectural context and the operational demands of the space.

Preserving architectural character

Entrance systems must integrate with listed façades and historic materials without disrupting the original design intent.

Managing visitor flow

Museums often accommodate large volumes of visitors. Entrances must support smooth movement while maintaining a controlled internal environment.

Structural limitations

Existing buildings may impose restrictions on fixing points, load distribution and installation methods.

Environmental control

Entrances must help manage air movement, temperature, and energy efficiency without compromising the building's appearance.

Entrance design and specification

Open Entrances develops entrance systems in collaboration with project teams, ensuring that design intent and performance requirements are aligned from the outset.

This includes:

bespoke entrance design for listed and contemporary buildings
integration with existing façades and structural glazing
coordination with architects, façade consultants and engineers
detailed specification of glass, finishes and system performance

All systems are engineered to meet the specific requirements of the building while maintaining a consistent visual outcome.

Entrance systems for museums & heritage buildings

Open Entrances provides a range of glass entrance systems adaptable to heritage and cultural environments. Each system is designed to integrate with the building while supporting visitor access and environmental control.

Close‑up of stainless‑steel handles on the frameless glass façade at London’s Royal Festival Hall.

Frameless Glass Façades

Frameless façade systems allow new entrance structures to be introduced without visual obstruction. These systems maintain transparency while integrating with existing architecture.

Sliding Doors

Sliding door systems provide wide, accessible openings while maintaining a clean and minimal appearance. They are often used where space is limited or where a simple entrance solution is required.

Architectural Glass Solutions

Bespoke structural glazing solutions can be developed for complex projects, including oversized panels and custom entrance configurations.

Curved Sliding Doors

Curved sliding systems can be developed to follow the geometry of existing façades or create a softer entrance profile within public spaces.

Revolving Doors

Revolving doors help manage visitor flow and reduce air exchange at busy entrances. Large-format systems can be designed for high footfall environments.

Collaborative Product Design

Open Entrances works closely with architects and consultants to develop tailored entrance systems that align with each project's design intent and technical requirements.

Concealed Air Curtains

Air curtain systems can be integrated into the entrance design to control airflow and maintain internal temperature without affecting the space's appearance.