Had to pick between a full frame and a custom cut for a big curved storefront in Tampa. Everyone said go custom, but I went with the frame.

The job was a 15-foot curved glass entry for a new shop. The architect's drawing called for a custom bent piece, which would have cost the client over $8,000 and taken three weeks. My boss and the supplier both pushed for it. But looking at the steel, I saw we could build out a standard radius frame and use four separate tempered panels with a minimal silicone joint. It cut the cost in half and we got it done in five days. The joint is nearly invisible. Sometimes the 'right' way isn't the only right way. Anyone ever talk a client out of a custom piece when a simpler fix worked just as well?

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hugo_coleman285d ago

Nice save. Clients love when you find a cheaper fix that still looks good.

price.logan5d ago

Oh totally, but honestly I've found they love it even more when you explain why it's cheaper. Like, telling them the original part was overpriced for this job, or that this simpler design actually lasts longer here. It builds way more trust than just saying "I saved you money.