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Vitrocsa's Invention
The Vitrocsa minimalist window is invented by Eric Joray, using patented methods that revolutionize the world of architecture.

Goldbrecht delivers exceptional design through innovative slim line and fenestration solutions. We partner with Vitrocsa, the inventor of the original Invisible Wall system, for sliding, fixed, pivoting, outswing, and turnable corner systems. We also install retracting wall systems with HIRT Kinetics. All installations are designed for the most discerning clients, artfully connect indoor and outdoor spaces, and transcending architectural boundaries entirely.
Goldbrecht is the exclusive manufacturer and distributer of the Vitrocsa Invisible Wall system in the US, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. The Original slim line system maintains its distinction by only using genuine parts of the highest standards and quality in all aspects of manufacturing and design, choosing not to cut corners to save costs, but to provide all clients with the same, reliable system and after-service care. Structurally glazed systems require thicker glass to support the whole unit and the Invisible Wall system is always engineered to use the appropriate glass thickness for each unit, never resorting to thinner glass to save costs.
Goldbrecht is also the sole US distributor of HIRT Kinetics retracting wall systems.
The Vitrocsa Invisible Wall system boasts the world's slimmest 3/4" sight lines. Proven since 1993 with 60,000+ units installed globally and 3000+ in North America.
Precision-engineered and US-made from Swiss-designed profiles, it meets AAMA, WDMA, NAFS, and NFRC standards. Designed for harsh Swiss Alpine climates, it offers simplicity, reliability, and quality with minimal maintenance.
While others may attempt to replicate Goldbrecht systems, the distinction remains clear: the Vitrocsa Invisible Wall system stands above as the Original. Our patented 4x4 track system ensures effortless sliding panels and the patented Centering Device further enhances smoothness. And for adaptable installations, our patented adjustable deflection header provides crucial flexibility on the most unique projects. These patented advantages - in addition to an invisible sill, jamb, and header - underscore why Goldbrecht's engineering and the resulting experience remain distinctly superior.
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Inspired by Californian mid-century modern architecture of the 40's and Pierre Koenig's famous Case Study House #22, also known as the Stahl House, the Vitrocsa Invisible Wall system was created. The same passion of the early Vitrocsa engineers still drives our research and engineering team today, to constantly develop new solutions while conserving the pioneering spirit in our search for maximum reliability and simplicity.
The Vitrocsa minimalist window is invented by Eric Joray, using patented methods that revolutionize the world of architecture.
An improvement on the original design, the Vitrocsa 3001 window system is invented. Using 1" double glazing, the Vitrocsa 3001 profile allows for smaller-sized sliding window surfaces for low-wind load areas.
Goldbrecht is founded in Los Angeles. New design trends are emerging and clients crave a more seamless connection between indoor spaces and outdoor settings (i.e. slimmer frames). Solutions to achieve this, while also meeting new energy codes, are not available in the US, so we seek out an innovative partner.
Goldbrecht establishes a partnership with Vitrocsa for slim line systems - essentially frameless glass - bringing minimalist windows to North America. Using 1-1/4" or 1-3/4" double or triple glazing, the Vitrocsa TH+ profile allows for oversized sliding window surfaces up to 190 sqf. The excellent insulating properties of the profiles, in combination with the glass, enables low energy consumption standards to be met.
The patented 4x4 track system is developed as a special swiveling roller device, mounted on a precision suspension system in the tracks. It ensures that the overweight, heavy sliding panels are always positioned perfectly 90 degrees to the floor, thereby eliminating almost all friction and resulting in significantly easier sliding operation.
Goldbrecht establishes an additional partnership with Swiss company HIRT kinetics for descending and ascending wall systems.
Goldbrecht successfully completes their first hurricane-impact tests for the widest-rated panels of slim line sliding systems.
As the exclusive manufacturer and distributor of the Invisible Wall System in the US, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, Goldbrecht builds a manufacturing facility in Culver City, California. A second glazing facility is built in Paramount, California.
The development of the patented Invisible Sill System provides a seamless beautiful floor transition from the interior outwards.
Using 1-1/4" double glazing, the MODULAR profile allows for mid-sized window surfaces, including a standard ultra-flush track.
Using 1-3/4" double or triple glazing, the MODULAR+ profile allows for oversized sliding window surfaces of up to 250 sqf, providing exceptional energy performance, meeting or exceeding all new energy code requirements in North America.
Vitrocsa officially launches the Invisible Wall Curved Sliding System to complement the Invisible Wall Curved Fixed system.
Goldbrecht expands to open a satellite studio in New York.
Goldbrecht develops the casement and awning systems, made with the same slim profile as the fixed & sliding systems. Clients no longer have to mix Vitrocsa with conventional systems and compromise aesthetics.
The Turnable Corner system is developed to optimize space by using a roller principle that completely frees the glazed components from the passageway.
Goldbrecht opens their first showroom in the San Francisco Design District.
Goldbrecht continues to deliver the finest solutions in sliding, fixed, pivoting, outswing, turnable corner, guillotine, and retracting wall systems - all meeting the highest performance standards - to expand the possibilities in fenestration and develop the industry.