We are pleased to share our Sustainability Report for 2024, which highlights the key commitments, achievements, and progress on our sustainability journey from 2024.
We are proud of the initiatives we’ve taken through our Build a Clear Future sustainability program that are driving positive change for the built environment, our employees, and our community.
Please read the report and download a copy here.
Peter Stattler, Director of Sales for Bendheim Wall Systems.
We are proud to welcome Peter Stattler as Director of Sales for Bendheim Wall Systems, Inc.
Stattler’s appointment highlights our commitment to strengthening partnerships and dedication to collaboration and excellence. With Stattler now on our team, we will continue to expand our wall systems portfolio and presence, reinforcing our reputation as trusted resource and leader for environmental-conscious practices.
Already a familiar face at Bendheim and many architectural offices across North America, Stattler brings 25 years of experience and leadership in the glass industry.
Prior to joining Bendheim, Stattler served as Vice President of Sales & Marketing for a New York-based manufacturer of insulating glass focused on daylighting optimization. He also served as Manager of Sales & Market Development for a German-based globally recognized glass company.
“I am thrilled to join a company redefining architectural glass design in the United States,” said Stattler. “Bendheim’s focus on collaboration and innovation aligns with my passion for advancing the industry. A key priority will be showcasing Bendheim’s diverse range of custom façade systems and building strong relationships with architects and designers.”
Donald Jayson, President of Bendheim, expressed enthusiasm for Stattler’s appointment. “Peter’s extensive industry background, coupled with his passion for sustainable design and innovation, makes him the ideal leader to drive our sales efforts and expand our footprint in the architectural community,’’ Jayson said.
Bendheim’s new third-party verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) offer the architectural community a broad range of sustainable glass and installation systems.
“Bendheim’s Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), published by ASTM as the program operator, comply with internationally recognized ISO 14025 and ISO 21930 standards. This allows architects, designers, and builders to confidently incorporate our glass products into sustainable projects that meet stringent green building requirements,” Bendheim Sustainability Program manager, Uarda Hoti, states.
LEED, WELL and BREEAM Green certifications prioritize third-party verified EPDs for compliance with credits. “Achieving EPDs published by ASTM represents a significant milestone for Bendheim, underscoring our commitment to transparency and environmental stewardship,” Hoti said.
The new glass EPDs coupled with Bendheim’s Design Assist approach ensure specifiers can incorporate glass and systems that meet the highest standards of environmental performance and visual appeal. The EPDs provide a product’s environmental impact throughout its life cycle, enabling architects to confidently integrate materials aligning with green building goals and design excellence. Bendheim’s Design Assist expertise is an additional benefit.
“By offering third-party verified EPDs for nearly our entire product catalog, we empower architects to select materials that are not only aesthetically superior but also environmentally responsible,” Bendheim President Donald Jayson said. “Our Design Assist services help architects feel confident that the materials they’re specifying are properly vetted for environmental impact, ensuring each product meets both environmental and ISO standards.”
In 2023, Bendheim introduced its “Building a Clear Future” initiative to drive sustainability across all aspects of its operations. This commitment to transparency and environmental responsibility is part of a larger effort to minimize the ecological footprint of both its operations and product offerings.
For more information about sustainability at Bendheim, please contact Uarda Hoti, Sustainability Program Manager, at uhoti@bendheim.com or visit https://bendheim.com/sustainability/.
The transformation of The Refinery at Domino, a historic industrial landmark along Brooklyn’s Williamsburg waterfront, represents a seamless fusion of past and present. At the heart of this project, walls of our channel glass present a bold design element that enhances the building’s aesthetics as it weaves together its historic roots in its modern revival.
Originally built more than 160 years ago, The Refinery at Domino has long been a defining landmark of Brooklyn’s industrial past. As part of the visionary redevelopment by Two Trees, architects Dominic Kozerski, Enrico Bonetti and their team at Bonetti Kozerski Architecture in New York City worked to preserve the building’s original brick façade while introducing a sleek, contemporary steel-and-glass interior. The result is a stunning interplay of old and new, contrasting the structure’s industrial heritage with its modern inner core adapted for a new era of use.
The Refinery at Domino, Brooklyn, NY by Bonetti Kozerski Architecture. Photo by Max Touhey.
“Our idea was in the same way that the brick structure is exposed we thought to keep the new structure, which are these new steel pieces that you can see in the space exposed as well,” explains Kozerski. “So that the story becomes quite clear that there’s the old building and then there’s a new building inside.”
Central to the design of the interior lobby is our channel glass—a structural glass solution that combines beauty and strength. Channel glass can be customized in a range of textures and finishes to create luminous spaces while ensuring privacy. Its ability to distribute natural or artificial light and integrate seamlessly into interior and exterior settings make it the ideal material for the project, embodying the perfect balance between form and function.
Bendheim collaborated closely with the design team to ensure the glass met aesthetic and functional requirements. Mock-ups were crafted to evaluate the impact of how natural light and LED’s would interact with the finish and texture of the glass. With lengths up to 12 feet and custom angle cuts, the project required precision layouts and cutting. Communication between the our design team in New Jersey, the architect, and the Lamberts factory in Germany was crucial. The aluminum frame extrusions also received custom finishes.
The Refinery at Domino, Brooklyn, NY by Bonetti Kozerski Architecture. Photo by Max Touhey.
“I think the best way to keep a city alive is to think of new ways for the old buildings that are worth saving to be reused,” says Kozerski. “To work on a landmark building like that is definitely really interesting, and to celebrate its beauty and its character, but then not be too reverent.”
The result is a stunning space where light and texture play in perfect harmony. On the lower level, the channel glass serves as a luminous screen, glowing softly with natural light, while the upper levels feature larger, more solid expanses of glass that define the space and contrast beautifully with the exposed steel.
Beyond the glass, the project also pays tribute to the building’s industrial past through repurposing of the original bricks. The building’s story and authenticity were important to Two Trees. After careful selection from the building’s demolition materials, the reclaimed bricks were incorporated into the lobby’s back wall, arranged in a pattern that catches the light in unique and captivating ways.
As The Refinery at Domino emerges as a focal point for office spaces in Williamsburg’s rapidly evolving neighborhood, its design serves as a perfect example of adaptive reuse. By integrating forward-thinking architecture within the context of the building’s rich history, the project showcases how design can honor the past while embracing the future — transforming a historic structure into a vibrant, modern space that meets today’s needs.
Our custom bronze reflective glass accentuates a dramatic revitalization in one of New York City’s most iconic cultural landmarks, the former Eleanor Belmont Room at the Metropolitan Opera.
GACHOT worked alongside Elle Décor to reimagine the Belmont Room, originally designed by renowned decorator Billy Baldwin. Now officially renamed the Keebler J. Straz Lounge, the space has been transformed into a warm and welcoming environment that respects its historical significance while appealing to contemporary audiences. “We wanted to get the space feeling more like a living room as it had when Billy Baldwin first designed it,” said Christine Gachot, co-founder of GACHOT.
Keebler J. Straz Lounge at the The Metropolitan Opera, New York, NY by Gachot. Photo by William Jess Laird.
Our reflective bronze glass serves as a stunning backdrop behind the bar. This bespoke glass contributes a sense of elegance and honors Baldwin’s thoughtful design principles, creating a sense of depth and luminosity reminiscent of the Met’s gilded ceilings and rich color palette.
A vintage Rolex clock, strategically positioned on the wall of the gently reflective bronze glass, adds a layer of agelessness to the space. Its placement creates an illusion the clock is floating, bridging past and present. This interplay of old and new enriches the lounge’s atmosphere, inviting patrons to relax and socialize in style. The venerable Met Opera building opened in 1966 and is in Lincoln Center.
The design process began with our design team working closely with GACHOT to create a range of custom glass types that met the design intent. They were followed by additional detailed renderings that received approval from the designers. We provided additional details making installation quick and efficient.
“Bendheim was one of our easiest collaborators and we were so pleased that they were immediate willing participants when approached for the opportunity,” Gachot noted. “The team’s professionalism and effectiveness were deeply appreciated.”
Keebler J. Straz Lounge at the The Metropolitan Opera, New York, NY by Gachot. Photo by William Jess Laird.
Our glass was installed throughout the space. The classic hues of these reflective glass types are ideal for hospitality and commercial spaces, including lobby walls and elevator interiors. The glass is available in large sheet sizes and is extremely maintenance-friendly.
Baldwin, whose projects included decorating the White House for President John F. Kennedy and many celebrities, originally shaped the aesthetic of the Belmont Room. His blend of classic elegance and practical comfort created intimate seating arrangements that fostered conversation. Baldwin famously encouraged clients to be faithful to their own taste, a philosophy that resonates in the lounge’s refreshed design.
Gachot said her team drew inspiration from The Met lobby and auditorium in the new furnishings. “The palette of the lounge has similar rich tones of red, gold and bronze, and warm white,” she explained. “The bar remained in its place and for the layout of furniture, we referenced Billy Baldwin’s original layout.”
The transformation directed by GACHOT has created a warm and welcoming environment that respects the room’s historical significance while appealing to contemporary audiences.
Keebler J. Straz Lounge at the The Metropolitan Opera, New York, NY by Gachot. Photo by William Jess Laird.
The Keebler J. Straz Lounge now serves as a vibrant gathering place for Met patrons, board members and VIP guests. They seek to engage a new generation with the arts while celebrating the rich history shaping this esteemed institution. The thoughtful design pays tribute to Baldwin’s work. The defined seating areas foster intimacy and conversation, making the lounge an integral part of the opera experience.
“We were honored to be invited to collaborate on this project,’’ Bendheim Partner Steven Jayson said. “The Met Opera is well-known throughout the region, and having the opportunity to be included is a testament to the craftsmanship and beauty of our architectural glass products.”
As Salt Lake City celebrates its selection to host the 2034 Winter Olympic Games, the iconic Olympic cauldron, which once burned brightly during the 2002 games, has undergone a significant renovation. This revitalized landmark now features our decorative laminated glass, enhancing its beauty and safety.
Standing 72 feet tall and constructed with over 700 glass panels, the cauldron embodies a striking “fire and ice” motif, inspired by the themes of the 2002 Winter Olympics: “Light the Fire Within.” The cool hues of the ice-themed panels are a contrast to the flame ignited within the icicle burning at 900 degrees Fahrenheit. The project was spearheaded by Holdman Studios in coordination with Bendheim’s Mountain West representative, LTS.
Olympic Cauldron, Salt Lake City, UT by Holdman Studios. Photo by Beth Hockett.
“Holdman Studios reached out to us and said they were trying to replicate the glass from the original installation,” said Beth Hockett, lead representative at LTS. The renovation process involved removing the existing glass and structural elements and replacing them with the newly fabricated laminated glass accurately replicating the original pieces. Holdman Studios undertook the meticulous task of measuring, cutting and installing the glass pieces, utilizing advanced water jet technology to achieve precise shapes.
Our glass was selected not only for its beauty but also for its safety. The laminated glass ensures the glass if broken will remain in place rather than shattering and falling out. A crucial consideration for public installations.
“Tempered and annealed glass falls in pieces when broken,” said James Graham, Project Manager for Holdman Studios. “Laminated glass has a plastic inner layer that holds the glass together, so if anything breaks, it won’t fall and hurt somebody. That was the main purpose of using it on this project.”
Olympic Cauldron, Salt Lake City, UT by Holdman Studios. Photo by Holdman Studios.
The significance of the Olympic Cauldron extends beyond its physical presence; the cauldron has become a landmark in Salt Lake City, representing a proud Olympic legacy that continues to inspire community engagement and international tourism.
Although the last Olympic Games in Utah were held in 2002, the cauldron is still lit today during the University of Utah athletic contests at Rice-Eccles Stadium. The 2002 Games were particularly memorable, as they witnessed nine world records in speed skating, thanks to the low air resistance associated with Salt Lake’s high elevation.
As the 2034 Winter Olympics approach, the revitalized cauldron will stand at the heart of Olympic Park, inviting the public to interact with its new features, including an elevated cascading water feature. This iconic structure will remain a cherished part of Salt Lake City’s landscape for years to come.
