A façade is the entire building exterior, while a curtain wall is a specialized aluminum and glass system for insulation, weatherproofing, and aesthetics.
Curtain walls are non-load-bearing aluminum and glass systems, while cladding is an exterior layer offering protection and aesthetics without structural impact.
Glass walls are non-structural partitions used for interiors, while curtain walls are exterior aluminum and glass façades providing insulation, durability, and weather protection.
Curtain wall systems come in two types: stick-built, which is assembled on-site, and unitized, which is pre-fabricated for fast, high-quality installation.