Report Overview

2023

Base Year

2018-2023

Historical Year

2024-2032

Forecast Year

United Kingdom Curtain Walling Market Outlook

The United Kingdom curtain walling market size reached approximately USD 3.19 billion in 2023. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.0% between 2024 and 2032, reaching a value of around USD 4.58 billion by 2032.

United Kingdom Curtain Walling Market Report Summary Description Value
Base Year USD Billion 2023
Historical Period USD Billion 2018-2023
Forecast Period USD Billion 2024-2032
Market Size 2023 USD Billion 3.19
Market Size 2032 USD Billion 4.58
CAGR 2018-2023 Percentage XX%
CAGR 2024-2032 Percentage 4.0%
CAGR 2024-2032 - Market by Region England 4.4%
CAGR 2024-2032 - Market by Region Scotland 4.2%
CAGR 2024-2032 - Market by System Type Unitized 4.5%
CAGR 2024-2032 - Market by End Use Commercial 4.5%
Market Share by Region England XX%

Key Takeaways

  • The construction of high-rise buildings in the UK is on the rise with 12,500 residential buildings recorded in April 2020.
  • BIPV solutions are expected to boost the curtain walling demand in the UK over the forecast period.
  • Glazed building facades are among the latest market trends which are influencing market growth.

Curtain walls are designed to protect the structural integrity of buildings by optimising their thermal efficiency, controlling their expansion and contraction movements, and preventing the infiltration of air and moisture. They are made from lightweight materials like glass and aluminium, are extremely affordable, and their installation can be customised as per project requirements.

The market is being driven by the increasing innovations in the architectural sector, which is driving the popularity of glass facades and windows in the construction of buildings. The United Kingdom curtain walling market is also gaining momentum due to the upgradation of old structures and modernisation of small and large housing colonies.

Key Trends and Developments

An increase in the construction of high-rise buildings; the emergence of BIPV solutions; the trend of retrofitting; and the high demand for glazed building facades are the major trends impacting the United Kingdom curtain walling market growth.

Date Event
Oct 20th 2023 Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope launched Reliance-TC LT, a lightweight and cost-effective curtain walling solution.
Sep 20th 2023 A group of Chinese scientists designed vacuum integrated photovoltaic curtain wall systems with the capability of yielding surplus electricity and minimisng electricity consumption.
May 11th 2021 The construction of a world-renowned research facility at the University of Bath was completed with the help of sustainable curtain wall designs.
Mar. 3rd 2021 Bespoke curtain walling systems designed by Kawneer, a leading curtain wall manufacturer in the UK, were used to retrofit offices in the Atlas Building, located in the heart of London.
Trends Information
The construction of high-rise buildings The rising construction of high-rise buildings is surging the use of curtain walling systems to separate the interior from the exterior.
Rising adoption of building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) solutions The integration of photovoltaic solar cells into curtain walls is likely to drive the United Kingdom curtain walling market growth.
Growing retrofitting trend The UK government plans to upgrade multiple social housing buildings so that they can achieve an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C by 2035.
Glazed building facades The increasing demand for see-though and modern designs for building facades is expected to drive the market development.

United Kingdom Curtain Walling Market Trends

Smart glass, which can easily adjust to changing lighting and varying climatic conditions outside a building is a key breakthrough in the market. Moreover, the integration of photovoltaic solar cells into smart glass has converted them into dual-purpose systems, which can not only generate electricity but can also save material costs for curtain walls. This has enhanced their appeal among building constructors and consumers alike. It is expected that the use of BIPV systems can lead to a reduction in fossil fuel usage, which is driving the United Kingdom curtain walling market.

British households are responsible for 16% of the UK’s total carbon emissions and account for 35% of total energy consumed nationally. Due to their poor energy efficiency, the UK government has committed nearly 5 billion pounds as funding support to decarbonise the social housing sector. Since curtain walls play a key role in maximising the thermal efficiency of buildings, it is expected that the trend of retrofitting can lead to the United Kingdom curtain walling market expansion in the forecast period.

Market Segmentation

“United Kingdom Curtain Walling Market Report and Forecast 20204-2032” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup Categories
Type Stick Systems, Unitised Systems
Material Glass, Aluminium, Steel, Others
Application Commercial, Residential
CAGR 2024-2032 - Market by System Type
Unitized 4.5%
Stick-built 4.2%
Others 3.8%
CAGR 2024-2032 - Market by End Use
Commercial 4.5%
Residential 4.2%
Indutrial 3.8%

Unitised systems are expected to constitute a major United Kingdom curtain walling market share  in the forecast period

Unitised systems are manufactured in factories and do not require individual installation. They are well-suited for installation into high-rise buildings and provide numerous advantages, including good quality and fast construction.

On the other hand, stick systems are expected to witness a stable demand for application in low-rise buildings and less densely populated regions. Its benefits to the building contractor include low shipping costs, which makes it a popular choice in small regions.

CAGR 2024-2032 - Market by Region
England 4.4%
Scotland 4.2%
Wales 3.8%
Northern Ireland 3.6%

Competitive Landscape

Major players in the United Kingdom curtain walling market are boosting investments into material research and development for manufacturing innovative curtain walling solutions.

Company Founded/Incorporated Based in Specialisation
Compagnie de Saint Gobain SA 1665 France Designing, manufacturing, and distributing solutions and materials like self-cleaning windows and smart insulation systems
Schüco International KG 1951 Bielefeld, Germany Building envelope specialist that provides innovative solutions for doors, windows and sun shading
Reynaers Aluminium NV 1965 Belgium Development and marketing of sustainable solutions for buildings including doors and facades made from aluminium
Norsk Hydro ASA 1905 Oslo, Norway Supply chain of aluminum products including bauxite mining, alumina refining, and recycling

Other players in the market are Arconic Corporation, Norsk Hydro ASA, Grupa KÄ™ty SA, Senior Architectural Systems Ltd, Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope®, Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems, and Metal Technology Ltd., among others.

Key Highlights of the Report

REPORT FEATURES DETAILS
Base Year 2023
Historical Period 2018-2023
Forecast Period 2024-2032
Scope of the Report

Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:

  • Type
  • Material
  • Application
Breakup by Type
  • Stick Systems
  • Unitised Systems
Breakup by Material
  • Glass
  • Aluminium
  • Steel
  • Others
Breakup by Application
  • Commercial
  • Residential
Market Dynamics
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • Key Indicators for Demand
  • Key Indicators for Price
Competitive Landscape
  • Market Structure
  • Company Profiles
    • Company Overview
    • Product Portfolio
    • Demographic Reach and Achievements
    • Certifications
Companies Covered
  • Compagnie de Saint Gobain SA
  • Arconic Corporation
  • Schüco International KG
  • Reynaers Aluminium NV
  • Norsk Hydro ASA
  • Grupa KÄ™ty SA
  • Senior Architectural Systems Ltd
  • Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope®
  • Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems
  • Metal Technology Ltd.
  • Others

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Key Questions Answered in the Report

In 2023, the market reached an approximate value of USD 3.19 billion.

The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.0% between 2024 and 2032.

The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2024-2032 to reach a value of around USD 4.58 billion by 2032.

The market is being driven by increased demand for increasing innovations in the architectural sector, upgradation of existing structures, and modernisation of small and large housing colonies.

The key trends aiding the market expansion include increase in construction of high-rise buildings; emergence of BIPV solutions; the trend of retrofitting; and high demand for glazed building facades.

The major types of curtain walling material include stick systems and unitised systems.

The major materials used in curtain walling include glass, aluminium, and steel, among others.

The major players in the market are Compagnie de Saint Gobain SA, Arconic Corporation, Schuco International KG, Reynaers Aluminium NV, Norsk Hydro ASA, Grupa Kety SA, Senior Architectural Systems Ltd, Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope®, Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems, and Metal Technology Ltd., among others.

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