Buildings Should Work for the People Inside Them.
For too long, buildings have been designed around technical efficiency, cost, and aesthetics—while the humans who occupy them suffer from poor lighting, glare, and disconnection from the natural world.
We’re here to change that.
A Question That Changed Everything
In 1995, our founder, Dr. Douglas I. Milburn, asked a simple but powerful question:
What if we could harness the sun’s energy and light in a way that serves both the planet and the people inside buildings?
For over three decades, Advanced Glazings Ltd. has been answering that question. Our journey began with a deep commitment to sustainable technology, leading to the development of our revolutionary Solera® products. But along the way, we discovered that the most important metric isn’t just energy saved—it’s the human experience transformed.
Our mission evolved from simply taming the sun to making it work for humanity.
Founded by Dr. Douglas I. Milburn
Solera® + Aerogel is born
SoleraWall® is born
Launch of Better Buildings for Humans Podcast
Glare Repair® is born
Leading the movement for human-centric daylighting
We’re Just Getting Started.
We Don’t Just Let Light In. We Make It Work for People.
Traditional windows dump harsh, concentrated light onto the floor, creating glare and hot spots that force occupants to pull the blinds. It’s a failed promise. Our Solera® and SoleraWall® systems are different by design. By engineering a translucent glazing system around a precision-configured veil, we created a product that diffuses daylight — spreading it deeply and evenly throughout a space, without glare or hot spots. The result is a system designed to deliver exactly the light quality the spec requires.
The result? No glare. No hot spots. No blinds deployed at noon. Just beautiful, usable daylight that makes spaces healthier, more productive, and more human.
The Four Pillars of Human-Centric Design
Humans need daylight to thrive. It’s not a luxury—it’s a biological necessity. Our products are engineered to ensure every occupied space has access to beautiful, functional daylight.
We manufacture with glass because it lasts the life of the building. Plastic degrades. Glass endures. This is about long-term value and a commitment to quality for both people and planet.
Traditional windows dump light. Our systems diffuse it. This means more usable daylight with less total glazing area, creating more efficient and comfortable buildings.
Sustainability and human wellness aren’t separate goals. When buildings serve people better, they also use less energy, reduce waste, and create healthier environments for everyone.
Join the Movement.
Listen to the Podcast.
We’re not just a manufacturer—we’re advocates for a better way to build. Through our Better Buildings for Humans Podcast™, we host conversations with the architects, designers, and innovators who are reshaping the built environment. Because the best buildings aren’t just efficient or beautiful—they’re places where people can do their best work, learn, and live well.
Listen NowRecognized by Industry Leaders. Trusted by Innovators.
Our commitment to creating products that have a net positive impact on the environment is fundamental to our vision. This isn’t just a policy; it’s the core of who we are. Our work has been recognized by industry leaders, environmental organizations, and design communities, but these awards aren’t just for us—they’re validation that the industry is ready for a more human-centric approach to daylighting.
Also recognized by: 2007 Council on Innovation (Chamber of Commerce) • 2007 Productivity Improvement (Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters) • 2006 Globe Award for Environmental Excellence • 2005 Innovation Award (Discovery Awards for Science and Excellence) • 2002 Cape Breton Business Excellence Award • TD Canada Trust Annual Award
In the News, On the Air, and In Print.
From published articles and industry interviews to podcast appearances and media features, we share what we know because we believe the whole industry benefits when we talk openly about better ways to build. Explore our media room to see where Advanced Glazings has been featured, what we’ve published, and the conversations we’ve been part of.
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Join a Team That’s Redefining What Buildings Can Be.
At Advanced Glazings, you’re not just making products—you’re helping create spaces where people thrive. Whether you’re an engineer, a designer, a builder, or a thinker, there’s a place for you in the movement toward better buildings for humans.
Locations: Cape Breton, Nova Scotia • Wilmington, NC
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