Glass Canopies and Entrance Awnings
A glass canopy protects visitors from rain and snow while keeping the entrance bright and architectural. CBE Glass designs, fabricates and installs suspended and cantilevered glass canopies with stainless steel and aluminum supports for storefronts, office lobbies, hotels and institutional buildings.
Canopy styles
- Tension-rod suspended glass canopies
- Cantilevered canopies with stainless brackets
- Glass awnings over storefront entries
- Covered walkways and bus shelter glazing
- Laminated tempered glass with frit or tint options
- Drainage and gutter details integrated into the design
Engineered for wind and snow
Overhead glass must carry snow, wind and its own weight safely. We use laminated tempered glass sized from engineering calculations and anchor every bracket into suitable structure, coordinating with your engineer when attachments are complex.
A finished look for your entrance
A canopy pairs naturally with a new storefront or frameless glass door. We can deliver the full entrance package so the canopy, doors and framing work together visually.
Other services
Curtain Wall Systems
Stick-built and unitized curtain wall, window wall and clerestory glass for office buildings, campuses, clinics and big-box retail.
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Glass Railings & Handrails
All-glass stair and balcony railings, rooftop guards and handrails installed with hardware that meets code.
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Glass Partitions & Office Glass
Demountable and frameless office partitions, glass storefronts for suites, meeting rooms and interior glass doors.
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Skylights & Overhead Glazing
Pyramid, ridge and polygon skylights, overhead roof glazing and repair of leaking skylight systems.
Learn moreOur crews work throughout Washington, DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia.
Questions about glass canopies
Need a specific answer? Call our estimating team at (202) 492-0676.
What glass is used for canopies?
Laminated tempered glass, so the panel stays in place even if one layer breaks.
Do glass canopies need engineering?
Yes. Bracket size, glass thickness and anchorage are based on wind and snow loads for your location.
Can a canopy be added to an existing building?
Usually yes, provided the wall can support the brackets; we verify the structure first.
Tell us about your glass project
New storefront, curtain wall, railings, office glass or an emergency repair: send us the details and receive a clear, itemized estimate quickly. We cover Washington DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia every day of the year.