The global glass curtain wall market size is estimated to reach USD 104.2 billion by 2030, registering to grow at a CAGR of 7.0% from 2025 to 2030 according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Growing product adoption in the construction of modern buildings and improvements in the installation technology is anticipated to drive the market over the forecast period.
Rapid urbanization and increasing employment opportunities in emerging economies of China, India, Vietnam, and Indonesia are driving the commercial construction industry. Moreover, the growing adoption of modern architectural designs and a rising preference for building structures with modern looks are expected to boost product demand in the Asia Pacific.
Growing investment in the construction of green buildings is one of the major factors driving the adoption of a glass curtain wall system. Furthermore, improvements in glass glazing technology and the growing adoption of Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) systems are anticipated to positively impact market growth over the forecast period.
Manufacturers are actively working on improving the thermal and energy efficiency of the glass curtain wall systems. Moreover, the advancements in glassmaking technology have enabled the production of large-sized glass panes, thereby providing a seamless and minimalistic look to the building structure and reducing the probability of leakage owing to minimal seam joints.
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The unitized segment led the glass curtain wall industry and accounted for the largest revenue share of 66.9% in 2024, driven by its superior efficiency, faster installation process, and enhanced structural performance.
The commercial segment dominated the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 71.6% in 2024, driven by the increasing construction of modern office buildings, shopping malls, hotels, and commercial complexes worldwide.
Residential segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 7.6% over the forecast period.
Asia Pacific dominated the glass curtain wall industry and accounted for the largest revenue share of about 37.7% in 2024.
Grand View Research has segmented the global glass curtain wall market based on system type, end-use and region:
Glass Curtain Wall System Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Unitized
Stick
Glass Curtain Wall End-use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Commercial
Public
Residential
Glass Curtain Wall Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Central & South America
Brazil
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
List of Key Players in the Glass Curtain Wall Market
Kawneer
Asahi Glass
Nippon Sheet Glass
Schott AG
China Glass Holdings Limited
Vitro
Apogee Enterprises Inc.
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