The Salvador Dali Museum uses LOW-E Laminated Insulating Glass to create its iconic glass dome and curtain wall, designed specifically for the hot, humid, and hurricane-prone subtropical climate of St. Petersburg, Florida, while meeting the lighting, safety, and aesthetic needs of an art museum.
Climate Adaptability: The LOW-E coating effectively reflects solar radiation, and when paired with the insulating air cavity, it significantly reduces summer cooling loads while minimizing indoor glare, protecting the museum’s artworks from strong light and UV damage.

The laminated structure holds glass fragments securely in place if broken, preventing falling debris risks during extreme weather like hurricanes and ensuring the safety of the building and its occupants.
Aesthetic & Functional Integration: The glass dome is constructed from triangular glass panels, creating a transparent “glass bubble” texture that allows soft natural light to flood the galleries while creating a striking contrast with the heavy concrete architecture, perfectly echoing Dalí’s surrealist artistic style.

The high-transparency glass also makes the building more iconic against the backdrop of blue skies and palm trees.