[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"cms-page:\u002Fintus-insights\u002Freplacement-windows-the-poplar-case":3},{"id":4,"title":5,"seo":6,"blocks":17},21,"Blog",{"title":7,"keywords":8,"og_title":9,"description":9,"og_description":10,"og_image":11},"Replacement Windows: The Poplar Case","Retrofit windows, Windows, Intus windows, Renovation, Replacement windows, Supera windows, custom made windows, polymer windows, upvc windows","The Poplar Project is a testament to how modern technology can honor and integrate historical architecture. With innovative solutions, the building now stands as a vibrant and comfortable community space, marking the triumphant revival of a historical gem.","The Poplar Project is a testament to how modern technology can honor historical architecture. With innovative replacement windows solutions, the building now stands as a vibrant and comfortable community space, marking the triumphant revival of a historical gem.",{"src":12,"width":13,"height":14,"alt":15,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002F1b59723c-c2ec-40e4-a2cc-a0c765273a03\u002Fthe-poplar-complete-16-web.jpg?fm=webp&q=80&fit=max&crop=1200%2C927%2C0%2C0",1200,927,"The Poplar Complete 16 Web","",[18],{"id":19,"type":20,"content":21,"data":22,"blocks":70},"097e0dff-d286-4352-b1ec-47270fd62377","AppBlogPost",null,{"title":7,"categories":23,"image":32,"created_at":35,"posts":36},[24,28],{"id":25,"title":26,"slug":27},2,"Case studies","case-studies",{"id":29,"title":30,"slug":31},3,"Retrofit Windows","retrofit-windows",{"src":33,"width":13,"height":34,"alt":15,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002F1b59723c-c2ec-40e4-a2cc-a0c765273a03\u002Fthe-poplar-complete-16-web.jpg?fm=webp&q=90&fit=max&crop=1200%2C677%2C0%2C97&w=1248",677,"2024-12-17T07:21:09+00:00",[37,48,59],{"id":38,"title":39,"summary":40,"image":41,"link":46,"created_at":47},96,"Designing for Acoustic Comfort in Urban Buildings","Learn how high-performance windows, acoustic glazing, and building envelope design help improve acoustic comfort, occupant wellness, and noise control in urban buildings.",{"src":42,"width":43,"height":44,"alt":45,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002Ffe1b168a-411d-4a6a-9aeb-fe6dbcb85796\u002Fostap-senyuk-4fnr1dt1xpe-unsplash.jpg?fm=webp&q=80&fit=contain&crop=5369%2C3216%2C0%2C224&w=736&h=442",5369,3216,"Ostap Senyuk 4fnr1dt1xpe Unsplash","designing-for-acoustic-comfort-in-urban-buildings","2026-06-12T06:50:33+00:00",{"id":49,"title":50,"summary":51,"image":52,"link":57,"created_at":58},95,"Passive House Commercial Fenestration Solutions: Key Takeaways from Our Lunch & Learn","Discover key Passive House commercial fenestration strategies, including thermal performance, airtightness, and thermal bridge reduction, from INTUS's Lunch & Learn presentation.",{"src":53,"width":54,"height":55,"alt":56,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002F3334ee69-3a42-48fa-81aa-7ceb710a2b33\u002Fll-adaptation-passive-house.jpg?fm=webp&q=80&fit=contain&crop=1936%2C1163%2C0%2C43&w=736&h=442",1936,1163,"Ll Adaptation Passive House","passive-house-commercial-fenestration-solutions-key-takeaways-from-our-lunch-and-learn","2026-06-10T09:59:08+00:00",{"id":60,"title":61,"summary":62,"image":63,"link":68,"created_at":69},93,"Why Are Windows Key to Decarbonization","Discover why high-performance windows play a critical role in building decarbonization by reducing energy demand, improving thermal performance, and supporting net-zero construction goals.",{"src":64,"width":65,"height":66,"alt":67,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002F02c3b12d-a9ae-4a3f-9773-2abaf358cb6e\u002F1693ab67-61ef-42da-857f-88bf3f906118.jpeg?fm=webp&q=80&fit=contain&crop=4032%2C2422%2C0%2C567&w=736&h=442",4032,2422,"1693ab67 61ef 42da 857f 88bf3f906118","why-are-windows-key-to-decarbonization","2026-05-25T09:39:27+00:00",[71,79,86,96,103,112,119,129,136],{"id":72,"type":73,"content":74,"blocks":77,"data":78},3068,"AppBlogtext",{"html":75,"image_position":76},"\u003Cp>In the center of Philadelphia, there is a special project called \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fprojects\u002Fthe-poplar\u002F\">The Poplar Project\u003C\u002Fa>. This building is large, covering 400,000 square feet over 11 stories, and completed its transformation in 2021. Originally built in 1918 as a warehouse for the Strawbridge & Clothier department store, it is now a modern residential space. This project was Managed by Post Brothers, designed by Coscia Moos Architecture LLC, and with windows installed by ABCO Glazing. It is all about modern reuse of an old building.\u003C\u002Fp>","left",[],{"image":21},{"id":80,"type":73,"content":81,"blocks":84,"data":85},3069,{"html":82,"title":83,"image_position":76},"\u003Cp>The original warehouse design featured very large windows of different sizes posed challenges. The building is also right next to rail lines, which can be noisy. Plus, working within the constraints of the existing structure made construction tricky. All of these factors required updates to both the building’s design and its technology. And especially the replacement windows - to ensure comfortability for modern living.\u003C\u002Fp>","The Challenges",[],{"image":21},{"id":87,"type":88,"content":89,"blocks":90,"data":91},3070,"AppBlogimage",[],[],{"image":92},{"src":93,"width":13,"height":94,"alt":95,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002F614fdb95-aa57-438e-85ee-a64653044e14\u002Fpoplar-ip6-1.jpg?fm=webp&q=90&fit=max&crop=1200%2C674%2C0%2C61&w=1248",674,"Poplar Ip6 1",{"id":97,"type":73,"content":98,"blocks":101,"data":102},3071,{"html":99,"title":100,"image_position":76},"\u003Cp>Overcoming these challenges needed careful teamwork. Here’s what the team did!\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: justify\">\u003Cstrong>Detailed Planning.\u003C\u002Fstrong> We worked closely with the installation team to fit many large windows. Some over 19 feet wide and 10 feet tall, all with slight differences, often only an inch or less. This meant that shop drawings with precise measurements was the key to keep the building's appearance consistent.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: justify\">\u003Cstrong>Handling Large Windows.\u003C\u002Fstrong> To fit these huge windows into the old structure, they were delivered in three pieces. The construction team then put them together on-site utilizing INTUS’ reinforced mullions. This provided the strength and stability needed to exceed the necessary ASCE windload calculations.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: justify\">\u003Cstrong>Reducing Noise.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Since one side of the building is close to busy rail tracks, we used special sound dampening packages that block noise without blocking natural light.\u003C\u002Fp>","How We Solved Them",[],{"image":21},{"id":104,"type":88,"content":105,"blocks":106,"data":107},3072,[],[],{"image":108},{"src":109,"width":13,"height":110,"alt":111,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002F1b59723c-c2ec-40e4-a2cc-a0c765273a03\u002Fthe-poplar-complete-15-web.jpg?fm=webp&q=90&fit=max&crop=1200%2C675%2C0%2C23&w=1248",675,"The Poplar Complete 15 Web",{"id":113,"type":73,"content":114,"blocks":117,"data":118},3073,{"html":115,"title":116,"image_position":76},"\u003Cp>The integration of the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fpolymer\u002Fwindows\u002Fsupera-cw\">INTUS Supera window system\u003C\u002Fa> was integral to the success of The Poplar Project. Beyond technical challenges, the windows delivered world-class comfort.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: justify\">\u003Cstrong>Thermal Efficiency:\u003C\u002Fstrong> With impressive u-values as low as 0.25, the windows afford excellent thermal insulation, reducing energy consumption.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: justify\">\u003Cstrong>Acoustic Performance:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Sound abatement levels (up to STC 41 and OITC 33) effectively diminish noise from adjacent rail lines, ensuring a tranquil living environment.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: justify\">\u003Cstrong>Connectivity with Nature:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Large glass spans offer unmatched daylight and panoramic views of Philadelphia, enhancing living spaces while preserving the building's historical significance.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: justify\">The Poplar Project is more than just a structure. it’s a testament to how modern technology can honor and integrate historical architecture. By embracing these challenges with innovative solutions, the building now stands as a vibrant and comfortable community space, marking the triumphant revival of a historical gem.\u003C\u002Fp>","The Advantages",[],{"image":21},{"id":120,"type":88,"content":121,"blocks":122,"data":123},3074,[],[],{"image":124},{"src":125,"width":126,"height":127,"alt":128,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002F9f927070-a124-42b7-a227-7596b72e8dba\u002Fproducts-supera-cw-poplar.jpg?fm=webp&q=90&fit=max&crop=770%2C434%2C0%2C63&w=1248",770,434,"Supera CW Window Poplar Project",{"id":130,"type":73,"content":131,"blocks":134,"data":135},3075,{"html":132,"title":133,"image_position":76},"\u003Cp>In retrofit and renovation projects, selecting the right windows can significantly impact the building's performance, sustainability, and occupant comfort. Energy-efficient windows, like those from the INTUS Supera line used in The Poplar Project, are crucial for several reasons.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: justify\">They improve thermal insulation, reducing heat loss in winter and minimizing heat gain in summer. This not only lowers energy consumption and operational costs. It also contributes to a more sustainable environment by decreasing the building's carbon footprint. Moreover, such windows offer enhanced acoustic insulation. This is very important in urban settings where external noise can compromise indoor tranquility.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: justify\">By prioritizing energy-efficient windows in retrofit projects, building owners can renew historical structures like The Poplar Project. They ensures modern energy standards and provide optimal comfort for occupants.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: justify\">Explore more about high-performance windows for your projects on \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fintuswindows.com\u002Flunch-and-learn?utm_source=Blos+post&utm_medium=Article&utm_campaign=High-Performance+Windows\">our website\u003C\u002Fa>. Your investment today could lead to solid returns tomorrow!\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: justify\">If you have any questions, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fintuswindows.com\u002Fcontact-us?utm_source=Blos+post&utm_medium=Article&utm_campaign=High-Performance+Windows\">contact us\u003C\u002Fa>!\u003C\u002Fp>","The Vital Role of Energy-Efficient Windows in Retrofit Projects",[],{"image":21},{"id":137,"type":138,"content":21,"data":21},"a20313c5-6c60-4d5d-bf75-4e92b7fea40d","AppNewsletter"]