As metal building systems experts, we take pride in providing the expertise and framing systems needed to ensure the seamless integration of design solutions, elevating our projects, exceeding client expectations, and aligning with our commitment to sustainability and innovation. One of the products we frequently design for is Kalwall Systems, a revolutionary daylighting solution that has been transforming both walls and ceilings for over six decades. By blending rugged durability with refined design, Kalwall brings unique advantages to the architectural, engineering, and construction industries.
Here are the reasons why Kalwall has become an integral part of our design approach and is worth considering for your next project.
Lighting the Way Through Collaboration
Enhanced Diffused Natural Lighting
Creating effective daylighting isn’t just about letting light in; it’s about optimizing it to enhance a space. Through our collaboration with Kalwall, we’ve seen how their translucent panels, embedded with millions of prismatic glass fibers, refract sunlight into a balanced, glare-free glow. Whether used in walls or ceiling panels, this diffused light transforms interiors, reducing the need for artificial lighting while creating a calm, welcoming environment. Together, we develop spaces that are not just bright but also thoughtfully designed.
Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency is at the heart of sustainable design, and working with Kalwall allows us to prioritize this from the start. Their panels achieve remarkable thermal performance, comparable to solid walls, and offer solar heat gain coefficients as low as 0.04. Through our shared expertise, we’ve been able to integrate these features seamlessly, delivering bright, well-lit spaces that also reduce energy consumption and HVAC loads. It’s a team effort to create solutions that balance sustainability and practicality.
Comfort and Wellness We recognize that the spaces we build impact daily lives, which is why we prioritize occupant comfort and wellness. Together with Kalwall Systems, we design environments where natural light supports human health, mood, and productivity. Their panels provide the ideal wavelengths of light while controlling thermal and solar heat, ensuring spaces are both comfortable and functional. This shared focus on well-being helps us deliver environments that ultimately support our users.
Superior Spans and Strength Structural performance is key to any project’s success, and Kalwall’s panels bring reliability and durability that we can trust. With outstanding load capacity and structural integrity, their systems outperform alternatives like polycarbonate and insulated glass. Through collaboration, we leverage this strength to deliver projects that meet the most demanding design and performance criteria, whether for large-scale architectural features or complex details.
A Trusted Partner in Design
Our experience with Kalwall has proven its value time and time again. Whether we’re integrating their systems into educational facilities, athletic and aquatic centers, or commercial spaces, the results consistently speak for themselves. As Matt Lewis, our Senior Director of Engineering, explains:
"Red Dot has extensive experience designing buildings that interface seamlessly with Kalwall panels. In several instances, we've been able to steer the architecture team in the correct direction for how to properly frame for Kalwall, saving the project thousands of dollars."
By guiding design teams on the optimal use of Kalwall systems, we ensure projects benefit from both the aesthetic and financial advantages this technology offers.
Round Rock ISD Aquatics Center - Round Rock, TX
Partner with Red Dot for Innovative Building Solutions
Every successful project begins with smart choices—materials and systems that not only meet today’s demands but also anticipate tomorrow’s needs. Red Dot Buildings believes in harnessing the power of innovative technologies like Kalwall Systems to deliver designs that inspire, endure, and perform at the highest levels. Darrell Geisendorff, VP of Sales and Marketing, said:
"Kalwall brings an aesthetic appeal and functional application to our metal building system. It greatly enhances the interior atmosphere and exterior look of the building envelope."
Alterman Corporate Headquarters - Live Oak, TX
Ready to explore how Red Dot Buildings can transform your next project? We’re here to help. Let’s work together to create spaces that leave a lasting impression on people, communities, and the environment.