Thermeco

Matyas Architects & Interiors

Location: Brighton
Year: 2026
Windows: Thermeco
Fabricator: European Window Co.
Builder: Crew Build
Photography: Alex Reinders

A window system shaped by architecture

Brick Veil House is a distinctive expression of contemporary Australian architecture, defined by sculptural brickwork, curved forms and a carefully considered relationship between the home and its landscape.

Designed by Matyas Architects & Interiors, the residence uses geometry, materiality and natural light to create spaces that feel both highly architectural and deeply connected to their surroundings. Windows are integral to this approach, following the curves of the building to create expansive openings while maintaining the refined, minimal character of the architecture.

For Thermeco and European Window Co, the project presented an opportunity to take a highly bespoke architectural concept and translate it into a precisely resolved window solution.

A home shaped around family life

The home was designed for a family of five and their two dogs, with flexibility to adapt as the family evolved. Privacy was important, but not at the expense of natural light or a strong connection to the garden.

Having previously worked with the clients on several projects, Matyas Architects & Interiors had a clear understanding of their preferences and way of living. A shared appreciation for modern, timeless design and honest, tactile materials helped shape the direction of the project.

“We also share a deep appreciation for materiality — particularly materials with texture, personality and an inherent sense of character, and the beauty that comes from raw, honest and beautifully crafted materials.” — Nina Matyas, Matyas Architects & Interiors

Materiality became a major design driver from the outset, ultimately shaping much of the home’s architectural expression. The solidity and texture of the brickwork are balanced by carefully positioned glazing and sweeping curved openings, creating a dialogue between mass and transparency.

Precision in every curve

Curved windows bring a different level of complexity to fabrication and installation. The accuracy of the frame, glass and surrounding construction all need to work together, with even small variations becoming apparent across a continuous curved opening.

For Brick Veil House, achieving the exact radius was one of the key challenges.

The custom curved glass had to be ordered to precise dimensions to correspond with the fabricated window sections. The project also required the EC115 (Slimline) Hybrid mullions to be integrated into the bespoke curved profiles, creating a continuous and carefully resolved glazed façade.

Once on site, additional trimming and cover plating were required to ensure the individual components aligned precisely with the surrounding construction. The result is a series of complex window assemblies that feel remarkably simple once complete.

From system to finished window

The project incorporated a combination of Thermeco EC85 thermally broken and EC115 hybrid 2-track systems, alongside bespoke elements developed specifically for the residence.

These included:

Thermally-broken custom curved window sections
Custom curved glazing
EC115 (Slimline) hybrid mullion integration
Custom curved grate drains
Integrated retractable screens

Together, these details allowed the window systems to perform as a complete architectural element, addressing not only the glazing but also drainage, screening and the transitions between the windows and surrounding construction.

Collaboration from design to installation

Projects of this complexity rely on close collaboration between architect, builder, window system supplier, fabricator and installer.

Thermeco supplied the window systems, with European Window Co. responsible for the manufacture and installation, working closely with the project team to resolve the bespoke elements and achieve the required geometry on site.

For a project where the windows form such a significant part of the architectural expression, the relationship between design intent and fabrication is critical.

Brick Veil House demonstrates what can be achieved when that relationship is considered from the outset, translating a highly bespoke architectural vision into a finished window system that feels effortless within the completed home.