We build the envelopes of the future

At Obsidian, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in large-format architectural glazing.

We build the envelopes of the future

At Obsidian, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in large-format architectural glazing.

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Brand story

Why Obsidian

Obsidian is a volcanic glass. It does not form slowly like most rocks. It is born at the moment when hot lava cools so rapidly that it does not have time to crystallize. The result is a material of extraordinary purity, strength, and character.

It is one of the most remarkable materials created by nature. When fractured, it can produce an edge only a few nanometers thick – so fine that it is still used today for specialized surgical blades. It is born in an instant, yet it can endure for tens of thousands of years.

When we founded Obsidian, we were looking for a name that would capture the essence of our work. We design and implement systems where two materials born in fire meet - glass and aluminum. Materials that combine technical precision with timeless aesthetics and will continue to serve for generations.

That is precisely why we chose obsidian. A material that is pure in its form, exceptional in its properties, and unique in its origin.

Brand story

Obsidian

Obsidian · from the Latin Obsidius – a Roman explorer who first described the material in Ethiopia in the 1st century BC. It is found on all continents, always in the vicinity of active or extinct volcanoes.

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Minimalism

Obsidian is a smooth monolith without ornamentation – a beauty that lies in the pure form of the material. We take the same approach to profiles: slender lines, minimal visible frame, no decorative details. The form serves the light and the view, not itself.

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Minimalism

Obsidian is a smooth monolith without ornamentation – a beauty that lies in the pure form of the material. We take the same approach to profiles: slender lines, minimal visible frame, no decorative details. The form serves the light and the view, not itself.

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100% quality

Obsidian is one of nature’s hardest materials, valued for its flawless structure. We apply the same uncompromising standards to every profile we produce, from incoming inspection to final quality control.

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100% quality

Obsidian is one of nature’s hardest materials, valued for its flawless structure. We apply the same uncompromising standards to every profile we produce, from incoming inspection to final quality control.

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Uniqueness

No two pieces of obsidian are the same – each one carries the imprint of the volcano it originated from, its own layering, and its own unique color hue. We view every project in the same way: its own dimensions, the context of the building, and a customized color combination. No "catalog house".

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Uniqueness

No two pieces of obsidian are the same – each one carries the imprint of the volcano it originated from, its own layering, and its own unique color hue. We view every project in the same way: its own dimensions, the context of the building, and a customized color combination. No "catalog house".

Brand story

Obsidian as a brand language

Obsidian is not a "theme" of our brand – it is its material ancestor. The volcanic glass from which we borrowed our name, geometry, and the entire color palette. In this document, we present 8 colors extracted directly from photographs of natural obsidian and the principle of how we use them in our communication.

Brand story

Obsidian is an archive of light trapped in lava

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The colors of nature, not of a catalog

No shade in our palette comes from the RAL swatchbook. Each color was first photographed in real obsidian and only then assigned to the closest RAL code for production. Nature comes first, the standard second.

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The colors of nature, not of a catalog

No shade in our palette comes from the RAL swatchbook. Each color was first photographed in real obsidian and only then assigned to the closest RAL code for production. Nature comes first, the standard second.

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Black is silence, color is the exception

Just like with rainbow obsidian – 80% of the surface is deep black, and the color only appears in layers where light refracts. Our communication works the same way: mostly quiet, exceptionally dazzling.

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Black is silence, color is the exception

Just like with rainbow obsidian – 80% of the surface is deep black, and the color only appears in layers where light refracts. Our communication works the same way: mostly quiet, exceptionally dazzling.

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Every color has an origin

Communication rule: if we cannot say "which obsidian this color comes from", it does not belong in our palette. This naturally keeps the palette sparse, coherent, and defensible to the customer.

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Every color has an origin

Communication rule: if we cannot say "which obsidian this color comes from", it does not belong in our palette. This naturally keeps the palette sparse, coherent, and defensible to the customer.

We believe premium glazing is not a luxury, but a long-term investment in comfort, efficiency, and lasting value.

Our vision

Aluminum as the language of architecture

01 – Comfort

Thermal comfort without compromise

Schüco profiles with a Uw value below 0.8 W/m²K and premium triple glazing with a Ug value of 0.5 W/m²K eliminate cold radiation and drafts. Sit right by the window – without any unpleasant feeling of cold.

01 – Comfort

Thermal comfort without compromise

Schüco profiles with a Uw value below 0.8 W/m²K and premium triple glazing with a Ug value of 0.5 W/m²K eliminate cold radiation and drafts. Sit right by the window – without any unpleasant feeling of cold.

02 – Energy

Passive standard as a norm

We meet PHI certification standards and the requirements of NZÚ and Green Homes. Enjoy 60–72% energy savings compared to older systems, lower operating costs, and a higher property resale value.

02 – Energy

Passive standard as a norm

We meet PHI certification standards and the requirements of NZÚ and Green Homes. Enjoy 60–72% energy savings compared to older systems, lower operating costs, and a higher property resale value.

03 – Design

Architecture that lasts

Slim profiles, clean lines, individual RAL colors, and our proprietary Obsidian Signature finish. A design that won't show its age even after 30 years of use.

03 – Design

Architecture that lasts

Slim profiles, clean lines, individual RAL colors, and our proprietary Obsidian Signature finish. A design that won't show its age even after 30 years of use.

Brand Manifesto

We create glazing that we would want to live in ourselves

Every window that leaves our workshop undergoes the same quality control we would expect for our own home. No project is 'just a job' – it is a long-term commitment to the client, the material, and the environment in which it is created.

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Individual approach

We design every project according to the specific needs of the house and its owners.

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Premium entries

Only original Schüco profiles, certified glass, and European hardware.

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One team, one commitment

From the designer to the installer, the same people from start to finish.

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5-year warranty

5-year warranty on all mechanisms and profiles. The lifespan is more than 30 years.

01

Individual approach

We design every project according to the specific needs of the house and its owners.

02

Premium entries

Only original Schüco profiles, certified glass, and European hardware.

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One team, one commitment

From the designer to the installer, the same people from start to finish.

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5-year warranty

5-year warranty on all mechanisms and profiles. The lifespan is more than 30 years.

PDF

Documents for download

Transparently and without compromise. All important documents in one place.

Qualitative specifications of insulating glass

Qualitative specifications of insulating glass

Maintenance and cleaning instructions for the NoFrame system

Maintenance and cleaning instructions for the NoFrame system

Complaints Procedure and Warranty Conditions for Deliveries of Frameless Glazing and Aluminum Elements by OBSIDIAN a.s.

Complaints Procedure and Warranty Conditions for Deliveries of Frameless Glazing and Aluminum Elements by OBSIDIAN a.s.

General Terms and Conditions for the supply of frameless glazing and aluminum elements by the company OBSIDIAN a. s.

General Terms and Conditions for the supply of frameless glazing and aluminum elements by the company OBSIDIAN a. s.

Terms of use for the supplied exterior and interior glass elements

Terms of use for the supplied exterior and interior glass elements

Contact

Let's start
your project

Let's get your project started. Write us or call us. We reply within 48 hours and we'll gladly show you reference projects similar to your intention.

Contact

Let's start
your project

Let's get your project started. Write us or call us. We reply within 48 hours and we'll gladly show you reference projects similar to your intention.