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Eas t China Uni ver s it y of Pol iti cal Sc ience and Law

Project Case Study: Steel Lattice Windows & Doors Revitalizes East China University of Political Science and Law with Heritage-Centric Steel Window Solutions


Overview: Where History Meets High Performance

East China University of Political Science and Law (ECUPL), renowned for its century-old campus blending European 

architectural elegance with Chinese academic heritage, faced a critical challenge: preserving its iconic steel windows 

while upgrading them for modern functionality. Steel Lattice Windows & Doors, a global leader in bespoke architectural 

solutions, delivered a transformative project that harmonized historical authenticity with cutting-edge engineering. 

This case study showcases how Steel Lattice's precision craftsmanship and innovative approach restored ECUPL's architectural 

legacy while achieving unparalleled energy efficiency, security, and aesthetic coherence.

vintage steel window

The Challenge: Preserving Legacy, Solving Modern Problems

ECUPL's campus, a protected cultural site, features early 20th-century buildings with steel windows that had deteriorated due to decades of exposure:

  • Structural risks: Corrosion and warped frames compromised safety and insulation.

  • Energy inefficiency: Single-pane glass led to 35% higher HVAC costs.

  • Aesthetic discord: Mismatched repairs disrupted the campus’s cohesive neo-Gothic charm.

The university demanded a partner capable of replicating original designs (e.g., arched mullions, riveted grilles) while integrating modern thermal, acoustic, 

and security standards—without altering the buildings UNESCO-protected facades.

vintage steel door

Results: A Masterclass in Adaptive Reuse

Historical Accuracy,98% visually matches the original window from 1924


Performance upgrades

  • Sealing energy-saving: 6mm+12mm'+6mm insulating glass, structural silicone sealing and waterproofing, reducing heat transfer by 68%

  • High Strength: Steel frame, which greatly improves the strength of the window


Why Choose Steel Lattice for Your Project?

  • ✔️ High-quality products: pure steel steel, high strength, hot-dip galvanized and rust-proof. 6mm+12mm+6mm hollow tempered glass, good sound and heat insulation.

    Seamless welding, laser welding technology, smooth weld without porosity. Retro handles, brass hardware accessories, give you a full retro style

  • ✔️ High-end customized service: all styles are customized according to customer needs to meet all requirements

  • ✔️ Support after-sales: measurement + installation + after-sales full set of services, source manufacturers

  • ✔️ Certified Heritage Expertise: 100+ preserved buildings since 1998.

Transform Your Heritage Space
Ready to modernize your historic property? Contact Steel Lattice to explore bespoke steel window solutions that honor the past and empower the future.

Steel Lattice – Guardians of Architectural Legacy.



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