Windows are to the house what fresh air is to us. Just like us, our house too needs to breathe; to inhale freshness and exhale staleness. Windows bring in the much-needed light and air, besides allowing the outdoors in. They showcase the outside world and break the monotony of everyday life.
Windows have a three-pronged or what we call The 3-O Approach - Objective, Orientation and Overall Look.
Windows go beyond just the aesthetics of a space. They
enhance the visual appeal of the house
let in daylight, let out hot air and enable cross-ventilation.
provide energy efficiency and reduce power costs.
provide sound insulation from external noise
ensure safety from man-made and natural hazards
connect us to the outside world
enhance the visual appeal of the house
Windows are designed with specific directional intent to maximise daylight, airflow, and comfort.
South-facing windows allow consistent sunlight all day.
East & West-facing windows capture morning/evening light.
Orientation affects natural airflow indoors.
Adjust placement based on room use & outdoor views.
Base the overall look on the architectural design. For example:
Comprises a long, sloping roof to safeguard the home’s walls and cope with the heavy monsoon rains
Displays pillars on walls erected on an elevated plinth, to protect against dampness
Windows: Casement windows on all floors provide both ventilation and views
Showcases a sturdy horizontal design with spacious open floor plans, deliberate asymmetry, and large glass windows or glass walls
Features more glass everywhere –large windows, balustrades and doors
Windows: Large-sized windows, Fixed and sliding types
Read more how to how to choose the right glass for your home windows.
Once the type of window is selected, selecting the frame is the next step to provide durability to the window and ensure its longevity.
A. Frame Build: Good quality uPVC windows offer benefits like premium look, thermal comfort, low maintenance, noise reduction and durability.
B. Frame Colour: uPVC frames come in a wide range of colours & textures to enhance the aesthetics of interiors.
Over 90% area of the window is its glass. The type of glass used has an impact on:
Every glass comes with a specific fitment into the window, as a Single Glazed Unit (SGU), Double Glazed Unit (DGU), or Laminated.
Good hardware is designed to enhance the look and style.
HARDWARE IN A WINDOW:
Comprises handles, hinges and locks
Enables ease of operations & ergonomics
Adds to the aesthetics
Windows typically belong to one of the following types:
Shutters that glide either way to both the left and right, in one frame
Shutters open both ways, as per window type
Non-openable and fixed on all sides
Hinged at the top, and open outwards
Non-openable and fixed on all sides
Collection of three or more windows angled towards each other
Combination of sliding, casement, fixed, awning or tilt-and-turn windows
