Glass is one of the most challenging materials for thin plate   bending, especially when aiming for double-curved geometries. While single   curvature is common in architecture, achieving more complex forms typically   requires high temperatures and extensive energy, along with material deployment   to create bespoke moulds. This project introduces buckle bending, a   novel cold-bending technique that allows the formation of smooth,   double-curved glass without thermal forming or moulds. The method   incorporates cold lamination and solar control fritting directly during the   bending process, ensuring performance, safety, and visual clarity. It   proposes a low-tech, mould-free approach ideal for small-batch customised   production without autoclaves, using edge supports, tension rods, and   liquified lamination. Beyond glass, the methodology also offers   potential for bending other thin plate composites into complex forms,   contributing to a more sustainable and accessible manufacturing process for   intricate architectural geometries.