Keeping with today’s modern trend, high-rise office buildings continue to add expansive windows. The Raymond James Financial Center is a prime example of the negatives and positives with this type of glass architectural design. Favorably, windows help occupants to feel less “closed in” and the exposure to natural light helps boost energy and moods, especially while working. But as hundreds of employees and the facility department at Raymond James found out, a plethora of glass introduces a myriad of serious problems. We were first contacted by the facility department’s staff in 2008. Their needs were reminiscent of most commercial buildings where comfort, safety, energy-efficiency and aesthetic appearance are common challenges. Located in St. Petersburg, Florida, year-round tropical weather dictated relentless heat which only added to their distress. Meetings, energy audits, and in-depth evaluations of the complexities of each building ensued with conclusive findings. Energy expenses were on a sharp decline. Heat and glare entering through the multitude of windows and glass entries were causing discomfort and eye strain. Additionally, safety from the sun’s harmful ultra violet rays, security from potential glass breakage and improving the exterior appeal of the complex were all viable concerns.