GenVue
Shade

Electropolarised smart glass. Instant privacy control in 0.1 seconds. Not electrochromic. A fundamentally different technology.

Drag to Control Privacy

Move the divider to transition between fully transparent and fully private. Experience the view through GenVue Shade in real-time.

Clear glass — person fully visible, open city view Tinted glass — person still visible, privacy achieved
0% TINT LEVEL
TRANSPARENT (0%) PRIVATE (100%)

Not electrochromic. Electropolarised. 0.1 second switching.

Electropolarised.
Not Electrochromic.

GenVue Shade

Electropolarised Technology

Switching speed 0.1s

Polarised light molecules reorient instantly when voltage is applied. Achieves full transition in 0.1 seconds — from completely clear to completely private. Precise intermediate states. Broadest tint range available.

Standard Smart Glass

Electrochromic Technology

Switching speed 0s

Ion migration through a chemical medium. Takes 30–45 seconds to fully transition. Intermediate states are imprecise. Cannot achieve full opacity. Limited tint range and slower response at lower temperatures.

"GenVue Shade switches in 0.1 seconds. Electrochromic glass takes up to 45 seconds. That's not a small difference. That's a different category."

Privacy When
You Need It

Instant Privacy

0.1 second full transition from transparent to private. No waiting. Immediate, precise control.

Broadest Tint Range

From crystal clear to complete blackout. More tint states and a wider range than any electrochromic alternative.

Smart Control

Control via wall switch, BMS integration, smartphone app, or automation schedules. DALI and KNX compatible.

Reversible & Durable

Electropolarisation is fully reversible with no degradation. 25+ year lifespan with consistent performance throughout.

GDPR Compliant

Ideal for spaces requiring privacy compliance. Meetings rooms, healthcare, legal, and financial environments.

Layered Integration

Integrates with GenVue Motion for combined privacy and media functionality. Works with all standard glazing systems.

Technical Data

Technology
Electropolarised (NOT electrochromic)
Switching Speed
0.1 seconds — full clear to full private
vs Electrochromic
300–450× faster switching
Tint Range
Fully transparent → full blackout
Control
Wall switch / App / BMS / DALI / KNX
Intermediate States
Precise control at any tint level
Power
Low voltage DC — ultra-low energy in both states
Warranty
10 years product + 25 years performance
Applications
Offices, hospitals, hotels, residential, legal/financial
Standards
CE, BS EN ISO, IEC 62776

Privacy Where
You Need It

Modern office smart glass
Office Environments
Luxury residential smart glass
Luxury Residential
Hospitality smart glass
Hospitality & Hotels
Healthcare smart glass
Healthcare & Wellness
Shade product
Corporate Privacy
Automotive smart glass
Automotive & Marine

Privacy on Demand.
Instant.

Specify GenVue Shade for any space requiring intelligent privacy control. Our team will provide full NBS clauses, BIM models, and technical support.