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Glass Block
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Definition
A solid glass unit, typically square or rectangular, used in walls to transmit light while providing opacity and texture. Glass blocks allow light to pass while obscuring the view, making them useful for privacy and architectural expression.
Example
Art Deco buildings of the 1930s often featured glass block walls that glowed from within at night, creating dramatic theatrical effects.