Curved Glass Display Cabinet – Engineering Specification Overview
Engineering Logic
The engineering intent is to address Structural Discontinuity (specifically the stress interface between the rigid curved glass and the timber frame) within this Curved Glass Display Cabinet typology.
This is achieved through the integration of Load-Path Continuity Calibration, which operates by isolating the vacuum-formed glass panels within a silicone-buffered rebate to decouple them from the timber frame’s thermal movement.
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As a result, the risk of glass compression fracture is mitigated under Radiant Dry Heat.
Crucially, this structural redundancy is engineered into the connection points to limit degradation without primary reliance on environmental humidity control.
Curved Glass Display Cabinet – Aesthetic Structure
Designed as a controlled study of proportion and material behaviour, the Curved Glass Display Cabinet maintains architectural discipline.
The challenge of the serpentine door lies in maintaining the vertical alignment of the meeting stile; the reed moulding on the frame acts as visual reinforcement, guiding the eye upward. The quilted back panel provides acoustic dampening within the cabinet, reducing the resonance often found in glass furniture.
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Project-Specific Interpretation
The engineering intent is to address Structural Discontinuity specifically for the Curved Glass Display Cabinet in an Urban Penthouse context.
This is achieved through the Load-Path Continuity Calibration, which operates by buffering the internal matrix against the aggressive humidity drops caused by HVAC systems.
As a result, the risk of frame shrinkage leading to glass stress is mitigated under the influence of Radiant Dry Heat.
Construction & Material Behaviour
For this Curved Glass Display Cabinet, the selected Laminated Timber Matrix is bonded to a core engineered specifically for commercial stability.
- Substrate Stack: Steam-bent and laminated timber layers form the door frames, ensuring the curve radius remains static and matches the glass tolerance.
- Glass Integration: 6mm tempered glass, slump-formed to match the cabinet profile, set in a floating channel.
- Finish System: High-build white lacquer with gold leaf accents applied to the carved reed details.
- Hardware: Heavy-duty pivot hinges calibrated to support the eccentric weight distribution of the curved doors.
Bespoke Manufacturing (OEM / ODM)
OE-FASHION operates as an OEM / ODM furniture engineering partner. This page represents a
capability specification.
This specification is not a stock item. Engineering feasibility, cost, and lead time are confirmed through direct consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
A: No. This documentation defines an engineering framework. Final form, detailing, and tolerances are confirmed during the bespoke specification phase.
Q: Is this suitable for Urban Penthouse environments?
A: Yes. The system is specifically calibrated to counteract Structural Discontinuity forces common in climate-controlled spaces.
Q: Can internal lighting be integrated?
A: Yes. We typically specify low-heat LED vertical strips concealed behind the front stiles to illuminate the contents without damaging the timber or the quilted lining.
Q: Can dimensions be modified?
A: Yes. All frames are built to order, allowing for millimetre-perfect calibration.
