Window Information

Windows have a tremendous environmental influence on a house, affecting the light, ventilation, and temperature of the interior, and the comfort of the occupants. In addition, windows are part of a home's architectural identity, immediately conveying period and style.

When you are choosing new windows, make sure the styles you select will suit your home both practically and aesthetically.

Window styles:Home windows, either fixed or operable, come in many shapes, sizes, and types and are made from a variety of materials. How do you select the right ones?
Click the WINDOW STYLES link below to see the different type of window styles.

There are several criteria to consider: your budget, your home's style, and your needs for a given window's performance. Think about the relative importance of ventilation and security consider what you need in terms of ease of maintenance. And decide whether you want to emphasize the window as an architectural focal point or simply have it serve in a predominantly practical manner.

Window orientation: in addition to their size, where your windows are placed and what type they are have a significant effect on the amount of light and ventilation they provide. 

A south-facing window lets in the most light and is desirable in all but the hottest climates a north window provides soft, diffuse light. Because of the low angle of the sun in the morning and late afternoon, light and heat from east- and west-facing windows can be too intense.  The view out a window is just as important as the light and ventilation the window provides. Windows connect us to the outdoors and enhance our sense of interior space. Consider the view before you decide the placement and size of your windows.