We have all become accustomed to the fact that wooden window structures are being replaced with PVC windows, which have a number of advantages. However, those who installed plastic windows several years ago had no idea that in the future it would be possible to create a unique interior with their help. Colored plastic structures can change the appearance of a room, making it more attractive and original. This became possible thanks to the introduction of window lamination technology, as a result of which new opportunities open up for designers and homeowners.
It is worth noting that most owners of country houses and cottages would like to change the color of the window structure, because everyone is tired of white. White plastic windows are not practical and unattractive, so the color of the window profile can be changed. In this article we will talk about lamination technology and how to change the interior design of a home, the exterior design of a building and choose the right color for a plastic structure.
Corner facade of the house
With this arrangement of the panoramic window, it is possible to enjoy the views from both sides of the house at once. Due to this, the area of the room will seem much larger. The option is convenient for both a cottage and an apartment in a multi-storey building.
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Material, color and texture
Of course, plastic energy-saving profiles can now be safely called the leader in the window market, but this does not mean that wood has ceased to be used as a material for the manufacture of window frames. Especially when it comes to window openings of private and country houses, which are often decorated in country style or using certain elements of country style.
But now laminated profiles with a polymer film, which can imitate any texture, have begun to be actively used. Of course, “wooden” surfaces are most often ordered from window profile manufacturers. And this is quite obvious, because the fashion for wooden surfaces never goes away.
Using polymer film, you can create a visual reproduction of almost any material, such as metal or stainless steel.
Even in a standard white plastic window, there is an option to show individuality by ordering not a black seal, which is located between the frame and the glass, but, for example, a gray one. This way you can smooth out the contrast, not to mention the fact that lighter colors in the window design visually increase it.
Contrasting, dark window frames can become the focal point of a room, attracting all eyes. Of course, such windows do not need to be decorated with textiles, acting as full participants in shaping the image of the room.
Unusual view of a panoramic window
As a rule, panoramic windows are installed in private houses, where every detail of the interior is carefully thought out. A big role is given to the shape of the window, because both the external and internal appearance of the room depends on it. There are a lot of design ideas on this matter; here the imagination is not limited by anything. An ideal option for creating design projects for townhouses.
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Advantages of colored plastic windows
Colored plastic provides aesthetics and style to the room and creates a more impressive design. Thanks to individual color selection, the customer is able to correctly combine the window with the interior of a country house or cottage, creating a unique room design. At the same time, colored windows have a number of other operational and functional advantages, namely:
- Durability.
- Resistance to temperature changes, high and low values.
- Protection from ultraviolet sun rays.
- Resistance to mechanical damage.
- Ease of care.
- Ease of installation.
- Resistance to unfavorable external environment.
- High strength.
Panoramic false window
This is an interesting false structure, which in appearance resembles a panoramic window with a beautiful view. A painted window is not as expensive as a regular panoramic design, which also requires expensive maintenance.
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Window profile lamination – what is it?
Window lamination is the process of covering a profile with a special layer of colored material. This technology has become popular not so long ago and consists in applying a special durable film to a plastic surface, which has a wide range of colors and the ability to imitate other materials, such as wood.
To produce laminated profiles, special equipment is used, the operating temperature of which is over 130 degrees Celsius. The heated film is applied to the surface; a strong connection is provided by polyurethane adhesive, which acts at the molecular level. During cooling, a polymer mesh is formed, after which the profile surface adheres to the laminate, resulting in a strong and reliable structure that is resistant to temperature changes and moisture.
Acrylic film retains its performance characteristics throughout the entire service life of the window, coping well with exposure to ultraviolet radiation and other factors. The frame, made of laminated profile, is not afraid of the sun, rain and snow, mechanical damage and loads, thanks to which it retains its attractive appearance in any conditions. Among the advantages of the film, it is worth noting the ability to reflect heat, due to which the structure is protected from deformation, since it heats up less.
Panoramic windows overlooking nature
You should definitely take advantage of this location of the house. If there is a forest near the house or several beautiful trees grow, you can admire this view every day thanks to the panoramic windows. What could be more pleasant than living in union and harmony with nature?
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Pleated curtains
A popular type of blinds, they are attached directly to the window frame. Made of polyester with impregnations that prevent contamination and repel dust.
Their advantage is versatility:
- mounted on any window frame, including non-standard shapes, roof windows;
- free vertical adjustment;
- a day-night pleated of two panels allows light to pass through and masks the window;
- adjustment is possible using a remote control.
They produce canvases in different colors, so you can match them to any interior.
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View of the garden plot
If there are no trees nearby, but there is space, you can plant a beautiful garden with pleasantly smelling flowers and shrubs, plant trees, and install a panoramic window opposite. Then you will be able to enjoy the view of flowering vegetation all the time without leaving your home.
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About the variety of forms and possibilities
Until recently, there was an opinion that even a slight deviation from the classical (rectangular) shape of window frames was only possible for wood. However, the latest achievements of manufacturers of modern (metal-plastic) windows claim that today there are no unsolvable problems. You won’t surprise anyone with such forms of non-wooden windows as:
- Round;
- Oval;
- Triangular;
- Trapezoidal;
- Arched and others.
Note that the varied design of window frames does not detract from their ability to be:
- Folding;
- Rotary;
- Combined;
- Sliding.
By the water
If there is any body of water nearby, then you can take a dip in the water and relax at any time. Through the panoramic windows it is pleasant to watch the beautiful reflection of sunsets and sunrises on the water surface. This type has a positive effect on the atmosphere in the house and on the psyche of any person.
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Curtains with lambrequins
Lambrequin is an element of classical style with notes of a palace ceremonial style. Lambrequin is the decor of the top part of curtains. There are hard and soft types of decors. Before starting to sew complex curtains with lambrequins, craftsmen draw a sketch. Based on it, the fabric footage is calculated.
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Types of lambrequins:
- svagi, arched pieces of fabric from folds over the cornice;
- chill mold, a transversely assembled lambrequin that separates the swags and crossovers;
- frill, the end of the upper part of the curtains in the form of asymmetrically vertically assembled fabric elements;
- bell, dividing central element of the lambrequin;
- festoons, puffs, decorative elements of lambrequins made of gathered fabric.
In the classics, lambrequins are a natural element of the stylistic design of the interior. In a modern interpretation, a lambrequin can act as a separate, laconic, independent element in the design of a window opening.
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Panoramic windows overlooking the pool
If you don’t like staying by the lake because there may be strangers there, the ideal option would be to install panoramic windows in front of your own pool. You can make a pool near a panoramic window, say, a bedroom - and at any time you can go out and plunge into cool water, get a boost of energy or relax before bed.
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Original solutions
Photo printing on curtains is an alternative to painting on the wall or panel. Apply the image to roller and sliding curtains. Japanese curtains, mounted on guides, with an expressive image of a landscape, look beautiful.
Curtains on windows can stand out with an unusual color scheme. For example, canvases are made from bright, colorful fabrics. They seem to accumulate shades that are used for interior decoration.
Sometimes decorative elements act as an expressive accent on curtains. For this purpose, buboes, fringes, bows, and non-standard shaped tiebacks are used.
Fringe: pom-poms for curtains Source art-interior.moscow
Curtains in the kitchen and nursery can receive an additional practical purpose with an element such as pockets sewn onto them. On one side, a pocket made of fabric of a different color is a bright decor, and on the other, a child can hide his drawings, his favorite toy, or put his pencils there. In the kitchen, you can store various useful little things in pockets and put away recipes for your favorite dishes.
Mountain view
If you install panoramic windows in a house located near the mountains, it will seem much larger. Such a landscape has a positive effect on your state of mind, helps you calm down, understand yourself better, and analyze everything in a quiet environment with a peaceful landscape.
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Living room ideas
The color gray has become increasingly used in the design of modern living rooms. The reason for this is that its different shades can bring a lot of different ideas and moods into the room.
By choosing the right tone intensity, you can endow the room with sophisticated aristocratic luxury, bright minimalism, and neutral tranquility.
When thinking about decorating a window in the living room in a modern style, pay attention to fabric curtains made of thick material, complemented by snow-white airy tulle. This is a worthy solution for admirers of traditional design without much pretentiousness or originality.
If the decoration of walls, ceilings, and furniture upholstery are done in a light, monochromatic color scheme, then in this case the main emphasis should be placed on the window.
Choose darker curtains with a voluminous pattern. They will definitely attract attention.
Pay attention to the density of the selected fabric. If your TV is located opposite a window, then you need to make sure that sunlight does not leave glare on the screen.
Therefore, you will need a particularly dense fabric. The same applies to premises located on the first floors, near busy streets.
If you used elements typical of the loft style in your living room, then you can leave the window completely open or choose a fabric of a discreet color, transparent tulle.
Roller blinds or blinds would look good here. Knowing these features, each of you can easily implement competent window design in the living room in a modern style, endowed with individuality and aesthetics.
Bathroom with panoramic windows
Panoramic windows will look especially elegant in the bathroom. Lying in the warm water with foam, you can enjoy looking at the stunning views around you - forest or sea, depending on the location of the house. Such a panorama with a bathtub equipped next to it makes it possible to completely relax, forget about problems, have a quality rest, and lose track of time.
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We choose from the best
Undoubtedly, the optimal design of a window in a house or apartment must be determined by the owner himself. Today you can look at suitable options both on the Internet and in special printed publications. It's a good idea to take advice from a professional designer.
The question remains open: which manufacturer can you trust? Today, the following companies have confirmed their quality through years of practice:
- Salamander;
- Veka;
- Rehau;
- KBE;
There are no fewer offers for window fittings. The company where you will order windows will definitely offer you a choice of two or three manufacturers.
Advice: Don't choose the cheapest option. Remember - you are purchasing windows for a long time and for yourself. This means that saving here is inappropriate.
Almost all of the named manufacturers provide a guarantee for their products for 15 - 25 years. This means that it won't be long before they need to be replaced. Therefore, we give advice - approach the choice of the design of your windows slowly and thoroughly. Remember - you live here. You see these windows every day. But whether they bring you joy or disappointment depends only on you!
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Panoramic windows in the bedroom
It is especially popular to install panoramic windows in bedrooms. After all, this is the quietest place in which you can be alone with yourself. In the bedroom, it is especially important to create a calm, peaceful atmosphere, and the view provided by the panoramic windows greatly contributes to this.
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Window decor: 40 options from designers
A window is a key element of the architecture of a space, influencing its perception. Architects determine the shape and size. Designers accentuate beautiful proportions with the profile of window frames. Decorators add the final and most important accent by draping window openings with beautiful textiles.
On topic: Trends 2018/2019: color, design and textiles
Dimorestudio. Small living room. Vintage floor lamp and armchairs. There is rock oak on the floor. The shade of the walls is green mold. The curtains are attached to a cornice mounted around the entire perimeter.
Jean Louis Daigneault. Parisian apartment on Rue de Lille.
Home of Michael Bruno, creator of the website 1stdibs. Arched windows are the advantage of the property. Ralph Lauren wallpaper.
Nika Vorotyntseva. The relief ornament on the walls and ceiling is an ironic interpretation of classic moldings. Draperies cover the TV and create coziness. The Creazioni nightstand refers to “pure” classics. Floor lamp Catellani & Smith.
Project TS-Design. The eaves lighting emphasizes the non-standard geometry of the room. The vertical lines of flowing fabric accentuate the scale, impart solemnity and at the same time softness. Curtains made from Adora Gallery fabric.
The apartment in London is the work of ANCconcept studio architects Peter Lukyanov and Kirill Ustinov. In the living room, the designers hung double-sided curtains.
Elena Solovyova, Ilya Klimov, Vlad Karpushin (“Art Bureau 1/1”) turned real estate near Moscow into a European home. Bathroom in the master bedroom. Floor-length curtains were chosen for contrast. Bath Antoniolupi. The floor is paved with marble.
Nadya and Givi Ananyev. Master bedroom. Osborne & Little wallpaper on the walls. Pianca bed. Bedside tables Ceccotti Collezioni. Hermès pillows. The author of the photo on the wall is Mikhail Stepanov. Curtains made from Casamance fabric.
Stephanie Kuta. Dining room. Mikado table, design. S. Kuta: marble top with vibrant vein pattern, polished brass and bronze base. Chairs Aston, Minotti.
Didier Benderly. The dining room (including curtains) is designed in “Pompeian red” color. Chairs, design G. Ulrich. Table, design D. Benderli. French walnut. Lamp by L. Adelman, commissioned by Kerylos Intérieurs.
Designed by Paul Theis. The main living room is both open and intimate. This dual sense of space is created by the cabinets and black window frames that set the scale.
Olga Maleva. Children's room. The bed is custom made, upholstered in velvet from Schumacher. Desk Bungalow 5. Curtains with large graphic print, Schumacher.
"Architectural Bureau 108". The bedroom, like the living room, needed more light. Preference was given to pastel colors. Bed and hanging bedside tables Pianca. Thanks to the transparent supports, the bed seems to float above the ground.
Porte Rouge studio project: apartment in Khamovniki. Bedroom.
Oksana Butman. Dining room. Curtains and wallpaper Zoffany. Lando table and chairs in Zoffany fabric, Marie's Corner daybed in Dedar fabric.
Alexandra Afanasyeva. The designer highlighted the curved wall with antique bricks taken from old St. Petersburg houses.
Elena Morozova and Natalya Sokhnyuk: house in the Moscow region. One of the children's.
Tatiana Kuptsova. Hinged doors lead into the living room. Harlequin silk curtains.
One of the common tips that many professionals give is to always think about the interior of the apartment as a whole, choosing fabric for curtains in accordance with the interior project.
Claude Cartier. In the hall, the project’s signature palette with three colors is immediately presented: pink, gold, black. Expensive marble floor, spectacular chandelier 01, Magic Circus Éditions. Luxurious velvet curtain Elitis.
Dimore Studio: interior of an apartment-gallery in Milan. 2017
Swedish apartment in the colors of the past by Note Design Studio. Living room.
Yulia Yakushina. Fragment of the bedroom. Leather armchair Fasem. Mirror Ligne Roset. Floor lamp, design Barber & Osgerby, Fla. Linen curtains demonstrate a bright natural texture.
Nigel Coates's house in Pergomeno. Master bedroom. 18th century bed, Medusa chandelier (designed by N. Coates for Slamp), Bodystuhl chair (designed by N. Coates for GTW).
Olga Maleva. Children's room. Textiles Robert Allen, Kravet.
Martin Lawrence Bullard, Château Gütsch Hotel Many rooms have large floor-to-ceiling windows to maximize the views.
Ekaterina Lashmanova. Guest bedroom.
Dreamdesign. The interior of the living room is built on similar tones. Muted “Scandinavian” blue on the walls visually organizes and calms other, more active shades.
Didier Marien. Living room. Mirror Achille, design. J.-L. Denio. 2012. Floor lamp Olympe, design. N. Obanyak, Pouenat. Console, design P. Evans. There are no curtains on the windows. The window sills are highlighted with black wood.
Make Interiors: villa in Kaliningrad. In the living room, the designers hung dark blue-black curtains to contrast with the walls.
Scandinavian townhouse of Elena Zufarova and Dina Maslennikova. Cabinet. Meridiani sofa, Lema desk, Muuto chair. Above the sofa is a work by Yulia Malinina “Refueling”.
Family workshop Muller Van Severen in Ghent. Floor-to-ceiling windows.
Irina Marchenkova and Maria Zemlyanykh. Living room. Sofa, TV stand - according to the sketches of the authors of the project. Armchair Lady, design. M. Zanuso, Cassina (upholstery in customer's fabric).
Norm Architects: house on the coast. The window profile matches the partitions.
Project by Natalia Maslova. Daughter's room. The desk and lamp are made according to the designer’s sketches. Molteni & C armchair. Elitis linen curtains.
Natalya Pantyukhina: family house on Rublevskoye Shosse. Dining room.
Victoria Sklyarenko and Maya Guzovskaya, GS Interiors studio. The custom bed is upholstered in Dedar velvet. Curtains on the windows match the upholstery.
Men's interior by Daria Kolesova. Horizontal striped curtains strike a dialogue with the verticals of the shelving unit. Against the background of the window is a Utrecht chair, design. G. Rietveld, Cassina.
Apartment in an old apartment building Natalya Vorobyova and Dmitry Kuznetsov. “We chose velvet and silk - fabrics popular in interiors of the early 20th century. Suitable samples were found at Houles, and brass curtain rods and curtain holders were also ordered there.”
Olga Amlinskaya was faced with the fact that the plastic window profile did not suit the space. She found a solution: she placed wooden “covers” on the window profiles, improving their proportions and setting a different rhythm.
Overlay window profile designed by Olga Amlinskaya. In the children's room, floor-to-ceiling windows were inappropriate at the height of the 17th floor. The new profile helped create a cozy sofa.
Overlay window profile designed by Olga Amlinskaya. There are blinds in the kitchen. An isolated kitchen completes the enfilade. HCH table. Ochre chairs.
Dina Salakhova. A guest room. Wallpaper: Andrew Martin. Floor-length curtains are complemented by a system of blinds.
INT2architecture. The zoning of the space is created using a plywood portal. It separates the day area with breakfast table from the night area. Wall lamp, design. Serge Moulle. The window openings are accented with black.
Architect Boris Denisyuk turned an apartment in a five-story building into comfortable housing for a young European. The customer lived in Copenhagen for many years and did not want to change his tastes or lifestyle. He didn't want curtains on the windows.
Olga Engel. Bedroom. Linen bedspreads and bed linen are made to order in. Lamps in the form of hares, Karman.
Panoramic windows in the office
Installing panoramic windows in a work room is also relevant. There is often a tense atmosphere there, so the view from such a window should balance the state, help you concentrate on what is important, and not get nervous about little things. Panoramic windows will help you to be productive.
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Arched windows
Light-transmitting structures made in the form of an arch are very popular among owners of country houses. The combination of a regular rectangular frame at the bottom of the window and a rounded profile at the top allows arched plastic windows to emphasize a certain style of the building (Gothic, Moorish, noble estate style, etc.).
A window system in the shape of an arch is subject to certain restrictions related to the possibilities of bending the profile. True, they are not as rigid as round structures.
Large arched windows look great on the first floors of buildings. Small models fit perfectly into the openings of attic and attic spaces.
Panoramic windows in the kitchen
Usually the kitchen is made smaller in area than the rooms, so panoramic windows are installed there. They help to visually increase space. It’s much more pleasant to dine while admiring a beautiful view, rather than watching TV or wallpaper.
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About accessories
Of course, the wide possibilities of metal-plastic frames have appeared thanks to “smart” and high-tech fittings. These relatively small-sized details can play a decisive role in visual perception.
The variety of shapes and a limitless range of color solutions today are ready to create difficulties for even the sophisticated average person to choose from. Locks, hinges, handles, folding mechanisms, latches, stops and even fasteners - if chosen well, can emphasize your taste, individuality and even indicate your status.
According to its purpose, window fittings can be:
- Restrictive (stops, locks, limiters, blockers);
- Locking (locks, hooks, latches);
- Technological (staples, hinges, rollers, mosquito nets).
Basic questions when choosing windows
Firstly, when installing windows, the main thing is to find the most favorable ratio of quality and price for you.
Secondly, choose time-tested companies. Decide in advance on the necessary window options: external or internal opening of window sashes, external or built-in window drainage, additional glass coverings. In warehouses, you can save on fittings or get by with blank windows.
Thirdly, remember that your own home does not limit you in any way in choosing the window shape, size and color. The outer surfaces of the windows can be made in any color. The window openings of your home and various functional rooms will allow you to use different solutions in design, number of packages, and exterior decoration. Choosing a suitable double-glazed window is an interesting creative task.
The height of windows in a residential private house
The most common desire of owners, voiced even at the pre-design stage of construction, is panoramic windows. And such designs, of course, really impress and decorate the house. But they are difficult to install, require careful calculation of deformations and are definitely not budget-friendly.
The optimal solutions for a panoramic view are structures made of aluminum guides. They are durable, easiest to install and maintain, and come with a long-term warranty. Floor-to-ceiling window units allow maximum daylight and the surrounding landscape into the room. It is very important to voice such a wish right away, only when discussing the design of a house, since the design features in this case must be included in the project in advance.
Based on the opening mechanism, window sashes are divided into three types:
- the simplest version of the flap;
- parallel-sliding window opening;
- vertical sliding window opening.
These options vary greatly in cost. The price is determined by the quality of the components used and the profile dimensions. Parallel sliding doors are easy to use and do not take up space. In terms of comfort and price, they can be called the optimal solution.
