Design of French plastic windows in an apartment and a private house

No one knows exactly why large panoramic windows are called French, but when they are mentioned, everyone understands what kind of windows we are talking about. French are large-format structures that occupy space from floor to ceiling, with hinged or sliding doors. Sometimes such windows serve as doors to balconies or loggias.

Today, panoramic French windows made of plastic are installed not only by owners of city apartments or owners of prestigious business premises. Designs that provide luxurious views of the local area are often used by people living outside the city. They install large windows in private houses: on verandas or in rooms overlooking a river or lake, as well as beautiful mountains or forest edges in order to constantly feel like they are in nature and admire its beauty at any time of the year.

What are French windows

A French window is a translucent structure in which the base of the window unit rests on the floor and combines the functions of a window and a door. It is the presence of a passage (doors) that distinguishes French windows from panoramic ones. In the common vocabulary, two concepts are confused - panoramic and French windows, but there is a difference between them (in a nutshell: panoramic windows are large windows, and French windows are large doors). Therefore, French-style windows are more correctly called French doors.

French windows can have sliding (sliding to the sides) or casement sashes that open outward or inward. The design feature of casement windows is the absence of an impost (vertical profile between the sashes).

A characteristic feature of French windows is their high height (from the door or window lintel to the floor or from the ceiling to the floor). Width is not of fundamental importance; narrow windows also look attractive. Although it is believed that the translucent structure should occupy half or 2/3 of the wall.

French doors to the balcony - more light and comfort in the house

A lot of time is spent on indoor doors during repairs. After all, they occupy a significant part of the space, especially when closed. The design of the canvas is selected so that it complements the intended image. This also applies to openings leading to a balcony or loggia. They can be designed as standard - a window block and a swing door. Or you can move away from the templates and install French doors on the balcony. What this is will be discussed in the article.

The appearance of French windows

Why are these windows called French, and when did they appear?

Despite the fact that these designs are reminiscent of futuristic films and seem to be taken from the pages of novels about the future, where people live in glass houses, these designs did not appear in the 21st or even 20th centuries.

The first mentions and drawings of such windows date back to the 7th century - the Renaissance in France. Back then, windows consisted of a frame and two sashes that swung open or moved relative to each other. Production technologies simply did not allow making glass of such a size that it would be uniform. Therefore, the design that is known in our country as “French windows” in Europe is historically called “French doors”, because initially there was no glass in the designs.

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With the development of technology and production, it became possible to make windows without any additional sashes and partitions; plastic profiles appeared. Such designs began to be especially loved in the picturesque and warm regions of France and Italy . The emerging Provence style actively used these designs, adding lightness to the interior and emphasizing the virtual absence of boundaries between nature and man.

In Russia, they became interested in such an interior solution in Soviet times - Stalinist houses with impressive height ceilings and large spacious rooms began to be made even lighter and visually wider with the help of panoramic glazing. Today, many people choose this solution for balconies and loggias to add light to the room they are adjacent to.

Conclusion

In the article, we examined in detail the features, pros and cons, and what a French window means, and a selection of our photos will help you figure out how it looks in different rooms.

Before ordering the installation of panoramic structures, we recommend weighing the pros and cons. This applies to cost, maintenance, changes to heating and ventilation systems, appearance and other factors. And only after thinking through all the necessary details should you make a decision. If you are sure that a window from France will add harmony and comfort to your home, you can get down to business by choosing a reliable company that provides highly professional glazing services.

Advantages and disadvantages of French systems

Plastic window structures today are most often used by both ordinary homeowners and owners of commercial or industrial premises. This happens due to the successful combination of the characteristics of these windows with their low price and attractive appearance.

A window made of high-quality plastic, if installed correctly, will retain warmth and comfort in a living space for many years, without requiring any special care.

pros

Among the many advantages of plastic window structures, the following are particularly highlighted:

Warmth and tightness - products retain heat well, eliminate drafts and do not require annual additional insulation

Efficiency - even in unheated rooms, after installing plastic windows with double-glazed windows, the temperature rises by almost five degrees

Strength and durability - the plastic frame profile has metal reinforcement, which makes the structure resistant to mechanical stress. The plastic base withstands atmospheric disasters and light household chemicals well

Versatility - windows do an excellent job of thermal insulation, sound insulation, and are a barrier to the entry of unwanted persons. They do not need to be insulated, and regular maintenance consists of simply wiping them with a damp cloth and household cleaner.

Durability – the service life of plastic windows is more than 40 years, and during all this time they look great and perform their intended functions

Minuses

However, no architectural design is without its drawbacks, and French windows are no exception. Here are the most significant disadvantages:

High cost: measures to insulate the room and increase safety require the installation of impact-resistant glass. Moreover, in most cases, double-glazed windows are double-chamber or more, with special expensive coatings designed to reflect heat rays

High temperatures in the warm season: on hot days you will have to use air conditioning

Difficulties with maintenance: cleaning large and tall fixed windows is quite difficult, especially if they are installed above the second floor

Discomfort: For some people, being in a room with transparent walls can be uncomfortable

Device Features

Typically, plastic or wood is used to make French window frames. Glazing can be continuous or broken into sections. Sectional glazing is preferred when overall structural strengthening is required. Another feature of such windows is the absence of a plastic profile with a metal reinforcement inside.

This is done in order to increase the usable glazing area, because the amount of light penetrating into the room depends on it.

The window sashes are mounted to the frame using a special profile or a pin connection. This is done in order to evenly distribute the forces when opening or closing the valves. Glass, at the same time, must be as durable as possible, capable of withstanding harsh weather conditions.

Features of the design of frame plastic windows

All other design features of a French window depend only on the wishes of the customer and the capabilities of the manufacturer.

Types of large French windows

Let's consider the existing differences between such systems:

Difference in design

One-piece designs

A distinctive feature is the absence of partitions in the window frame. The massive design puts forward special requirements for fittings and the method of opening windows. The fittings must be able to withstand the weight of heavy tempered glass 6-8 mm thick. It is advisable to choose a sliding opening method for solid structures.

Sectional structures

Partitions that divide a panoramic window into parts give it greater strength and greater rigidity to the entire structure.
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Difference in frame

Two design options for the frame with a lintel (impost) and without (shtulp)

With impost

An impost is a vertical lintel against which the window sashes lean. The presence of an impost makes the structure stronger, allows you to open one or both doors, and put the door “for ventilation.” But this frame design contradicts the philosophy of the “French” window, the meaning of which is the absence of an impost.

With shtulp

When open, the shutters allow you to get a panoramic view from the window, which is not spoiled by the vertical lintel. However, such sashes can only be rotary (and not tilt-and-turn). But the very idea of ​​a French window lies precisely in the absence of obstacles to view or passage, which makes frame windows more “correct”, i.e. in French style.

Difference in functionality

Portal window

A portal window system is a window, one or more sashes of which open, performing the function of a door. The portal window system is distinguished by its large area and reliability. A French portal window is installed at the exit point from the house or instead of a balcony block

Book or accordion

It also functions as a door, but the difference is in the way the door is opened.
In this case, the door slides apart and folds like an accordion, allowing for a wide passage. Folding accordion windows are popular in large spaces. Related articles:
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Variety of opening methods

Hinged windows

Similar to traditional doors. They are preferred when installing French windows in narrow openings, where it is not possible to organize a fully functioning sliding window system. A hinged window-door can open inward or outward. A classic handle is used for opening.

Parallel sliding (sliding)

The most reliable and functional, and therefore the most popular window system with parallel-sliding opening among users. The window has sliding sashes that can move on the sides, i.e. move to the side parallel to the frame. Latches and bolts are used to open and hold the door open.

Sliding book type (accordion)

The accordion window opens as fully as possible, and the sashes are assembled in the so-called “parking space”. The limitation for installing sliding windows is the small area of ​​the room.

Differences in material

Despite the significant size of the glass and the window openings being closed, the frame for French windows can be made of any materials. Among those that are used are:

Wooden French windows

Wooden windows are considered the most expensive option and require specific care. They are valued for their beauty and breathable structure - even when closed, air penetrates into the room through such windows through the smallest wood pores. To create inexpensive windows, pine wood is used, while more valuable structures are made from larch or oak.

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Wooden windows look beautiful - their structure and exclusive design will enhance any building and give it a unique character. If you are not constrained by financial means and are not afraid of the specifics of caring for wood, then panoramic windows made of natural material are certainly the best choice for a living space.

Oak, larch, and less often pine are used as raw materials.
For production, we use not solid wood, due to the risk of its deformation, but laminated veneer lumber, as it is more resistant to external factors. Wooden French windows are captivating because they provide constant ventilation in the room even when closed. However, the tree is demanding to process and difficult to maintain. All this led to the considerable cost of French windows made from wood. We can say that they are designed for a segment of consumers with an income significantly above average. Related articles:
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Aluminum French windows

French windows made of aluminum are superior to their wooden counterparts in terms of durability, and are also easier to operate and maintain. Unfortunately, they cannot be called “breathable”, but they can be decorated with wood, stone, or any other material. The cost of aluminum structures is only slightly cheaper than that of wood products.

Plastic French windows are considered the most inexpensive - they are practical, easy to clean, but do not allow air to pass through at all when closed and have limited possibilities for decoration.

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Aluminum profiles are in demand due to their lightness and high strength, which is very important for French glazing. Traditionally, aluminum profiles are used for cold glazing, but thanks to the introduction of thermal break technology, warm aluminum windows have appeared.

An aluminum window profile with a thermal break is a structure that has a thermal insulation layer (thermal bridge or thermal break) between the outer and inner profiles. Thanks to the presence of a thermal break, it became possible to make warm glazing using aluminum profiles.

Aluminum French windows can have different configurations. Designed for consumers with above-average income. They can be considered an intermediate link between wood and plastic.

Plastic French PVC windows

PVC profiles are used for the manufacture of standard window blocks and French ones. The plastic is quite durable, easy to process, and can be used to make a frame of any configuration. In a number of materials used for the manufacture of windows, plastic is distinguished by its low cost. To reduce thermal conductivity, the plastic profile can have from 3 to 7 chambers. PVC windows are intended for a wide range of consumers.

Fiberglass French windows

They are new to the market. Glass composite windows have proven themselves well due to their low thermal conductivity, light weight, and strength. The disadvantage is the high cost.

Variety of types of glass installed

• thermopolished glass (float glass);
• tempered glass;
• electrochromic glass (smart glass), the degree of transparency is controlled remotely by an electronic system (expensive technology, from 35 thousand rubles per square);
• triplex. The glass consists of two parts, between which the film is placed.

Triplex windows are safe. Triplex glass is more resistant to stress, it is difficult to break, and when broken, it does not shatter into thousands of sharp fragments, but crumbles (or is held in place by a film) into rounded fragments.

Differences in layout options:

A private house with French windows will always be unique due to the variety of layouts that are used in its manufacture.

Decorative layout (shprosy) is a plastic or aluminum grille inserted into a window, which visually divides a large glass into several blocks. Window frames are designed to strengthen a wide/high window and decorate it.

Types of window frames (layouts):

• constructive . In this case, the frames divide a large window frame into several parts, in each of which a separate double-glazed window is inserted;

• invoices (Venetian) . Attached to glass. Installed outside or inside the glass unit. Serve solely for decoration;

• interglazed . Installed between the glass panes during the manufacture of double-glazed windows. This location makes them undemanding in care, since they are not exposed to environmental factors.

What are they made from?

Most manufacturers use 4 types of material:

• Aluminum.
• Tree.
• Fiberglass composite.
• Plastic.

An aluminum profile is considered an intermediate link (in terms of quality, price, appearance and other characteristics) between wooden and plastic models. Aluminum is quite lightweight, but at the same time very durable and reliable material. These are its main advantages. As a rule, aluminum profiles are used for cold glazing. However, the introduction of thermal breaking technology, which implies the presence of a heat-insulating layer between the internal and external profiles, has made it possible to use this material for warm glazing.

Wooden windows in the French style look stylish, elegant, and rich. In addition, they are environmentally friendly and also have excellent ventilation qualities, even when locked. Often larch, oak or pine are used in production. Each such material is quite demanding to process and also requires care. All these characteristics influenced the high cost of such window systems.



Fiberglass composite structures have already proven themselves to be very positive, although they appeared on the market quite recently. Their main advantages: high strength, low weight, low thermal conductivity. As for the disadvantages, at the moment consumers highlight only one disadvantage - high cost.

Plastic window blocks, including French ones, are considered the most common and affordable. Ease of care and processing, durability, relatively low price, and a large number of configuration options make this material so popular for several decades.

Specifics and cost of huge windows

Since the cost of plastic French windows with installation cannot be called cheap ( from $400 ), you need to have 100% confidence that they are necessary in the apartment and will not reduce the comfort of the room they equip.

First, you need to take into account the panorama that will open from the large windows. A view of a highway or a working factory is unlikely to be a pleasant daily decoration, for which it is worth spending money on expensive structures.

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A beautiful natural landscape or an urban picture of an energetic city is worth admiring on a daily basis, but only for those to whom they are close in spirit. In any case, you need to be prepared for the fact that panoramic windows will radically transform the room itself and its internal atmosphere.

In order not to worry about heat losses during the cold autumn-winter season, you need to correctly select and install a radiator for the windows. For panoramic structures, special heaters are suitable, placed on the floor or inside it, near the glass. When installed correctly, radiators will not only maintain the desired temperature in the room, but will also prevent condensation and frost from forming on the glass.

Removing the window sill block completely

Creating an opening by removing the entire window sill block makes it possible to install wide doors into the resulting large gap. This solution is aimed at combining the interior space of the kitchen with the loggia. It creates the illusion of an expanded kitchen, but at the same time maintains the individuality of each room.

To fill such openings, French swing or sliding doors are used. The opening together with the loggia with this solution requires additional insulation to prevent heat loss.

Sliding structures used to provide access to the loggia, although they require additional work on glazing and insulating the loggia, significantly save space.

The doors of such structures do not require additional space, since they slide on top of each other, and do not swing open or unfold like other versions of similar analogues.

Where are wide French windows installed?

When thinking about interior design with the installation of a French window, you can use different methods of installing and finishing it. At the same time, owners of private houses have practically no restrictions, but owners of apartments in a multi-storey building are limited in installation options.

French windows in the apartment

In a finished apartment, you can install a French window with a plastic base in one of three variations:

• Between the balcony and the room . During the procedure, part of the wall with a window sill is removed and a panoramic structure is installed across the entire width of the resulting opening.
• Window exiting to a glazed loggia . The panoramic window is installed in the same way as in the first case, however, the balcony itself is pre-insulated and glazed.
• Panoramic window to the street . The most effective option, allowing you to make one of the walls of the room almost transparent for admiring the beauty of the city or country landscape. The method is used least often, as it involves serious intervention in the structure of the load-bearing wall.

French window to the balcony (loggia)

One of the ways to visually expand the space of a living room. However, it should be remembered that installing a French window instead of a balcony block entails a change in the geometry of the doorway, and as a result, a transformation of the load-bearing wall structure, which requires approval from the permitting authorities. And it is not always possible to obtain permission. Unauthorized introduction of changes with subsequent legalization is fraught with fines;

French window in Khrushchev

They can be installed if the degree of deterioration of the structure allows and it is possible to make changes to the geometry of the openings. Considering the period of construction of the Khrushchev buildings, one must also take into account the attractiveness of the surrounding landscape, as well as the likelihood of constructing new buildings. So as not to hide the picture behind the window with massive curtains;

French windows in an old house

It is immediately worth noting that in houses built before the 90s, it is almost impossible to obtain permission to redevelop a panoramic window. The fact is that the service life of the housing will directly affect the decision of the design commission: if the building was built a long time ago, then structural changes of any kind can provoke a collapse.

If you still want to use a panoramic window in your interior, then you should do it on a balcony or loggia, since these structures are not load-bearing. You will simply need to dismantle the existing structure, get rid of parapets and walls, reinforce the balcony slab with a metal frame, weld a light frame for the glazing and complete it by ordering the windows you need.

French windows in a private house

French windows are perfect for private houses that have access to a courtyard or garden, or a view of the mountains, forest or lake. If you are the happy owner of a home with a beautiful view, then this type of glazing will be very useful. However, take into account that your house must be very warm, with heated floors, and you will have to spend money on convectors to protect the window from frost.

French windows in a brick house

It would seem that there is no difference between a panel and a brick building when it comes to glazing, but this is not so. It is easier to obtain permission to install a French window in a brick house, because you can strengthen the enlarged opening with planks, and then carry out the installation according to the same scenario, which is described below and applies to a panel house.

French windows in a panel house

Installation difficulties often arise here. This is especially true for panel houses built after 2007. The author of the design of most panel series of houses in Moscow is JSC MNIITEP.

And since 2007, he began to design houses with protection from progressive collapse.

As a result, the window sill block has become a single part of the outer panel of the house and its dismantling will weaken the entire structure. That is, there are often situations where there are two identical houses, one series, number of floors, etc. Only one house was built in 2005, and the second house was built in 2008.

And in a house built in 2005, the window sill block can be dismantled without any difficulties, but in a house built in 2008, this either cannot be agreed upon in principle, or the approval is very complicated and expensive.

French window in the kitchen

Allows you to enjoy the beautiful view outside your window more often. Since it is in the kitchen that users spend a significant part of their time, without being distracted by equipment.

The easiest way to design and then install French windows is during the construction of the building. In this case, it is convenient to plan both the external design and the interior of the room.

If installation work needs to be carried out in a finished house, then there are not many options for installing structures. In any case, before starting the procedure, it is necessary to obtain permission from management organizations to redevelop the apartment, since such work falls into this category.

In conclusion, I would like to note that installing plastic French windows for the sake of mindlessly following fashion is not worth it. They may not suit a specific apartment, house architecture, or interior design. Consider whether your heating system can cope with large heat losses, and whether it is possible to install special additional heaters. After all, imagine whether you would be comfortable all the time in a room with huge windows that allow strangers to watch you.

If you answered yes to most of the questions, then you can safely begin planning and choosing luxurious panoramic windows for your home, the most suitable design and construction.

If during operation of the structure you see that the window does not fully satisfy any of the declared characteristics, then you should urgently contact the manufacturer and voice a justified complaint to him.
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Things to take care of

Before planning the installation of a panoramic window, you should realistically assess the capabilities of the house. This is especially true for multi-story buildings. If the design of a new building initially includes the possibility of panoramic glazing, then there will be no problems.

With the realization of the dream of a French window in a house in which this possibility is not provided, everything is much more complicated. In this case, long and expensive approval will be required. The structure of the building itself can be an obstacle to installing a French window, since it is strictly prohibited to carry out any work using load-bearing walls.

You should find out from the management company the wear rate of the building. If it exceeds 80%, then a ban will be imposed on any work.

Heating of French windows from floor to ceiling

Floor-to-ceiling windows came to us from France, where the climate is much milder than the domestic one. Therefore, even residents of warm southern regions are forced to install heating radiators under French windows.

Methods for heating rooms with French windows

• installation of heating radiators on the wall of the room opposite the window . In this case, the heating of the room will be uneven and condensation may appear on the windows. Despite the fact that French windows are a warm type of glazing, due to their large area they are a source of heat loss in the house;

• installation of in-floor convectors . An ideal solution for heating installations in rooms with panoramic glazing. But, the cost of built-in convectors is very high. In addition, hidden heating systems under windows are installed at the construction stage, because installation is carried out in the ceiling (in the floor). Therefore, they are more often used in private homes. The key advantage of in-floor convectors is that warm air rises directly from under the window, which creates a kind of thermal curtain and prevents the room from quickly cooling;

• warm baseboard (electric, water) is a new technology that has proven itself as an optimal solution in rooms with a large glass area. Heating elements are mounted around the perimeter of the room; due to their small size, they do not block the view and do not clutter up the usable area of ​​the room;

• heated floor (water, electric) – with proper calculation and installation, ensures uniform heating of the room. Installation is possible both in houses and apartments.

Condensation on floor-to-ceiling windows

The main problem that owners of “French” (floor to ceiling) windows face is the appearance of condensation.
This is why heating is done under the window. But heating alone is not enough; you need to ensure good ventilation. It is advisable to have a supply and exhaust system (in modern houses with sealed windows, one hood will not be enough). Due to poor ventilation, there will be high humidity, which will lead to the formation of condensation on the inner surface of the glass unit. Related articles:
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Decoration

Almost always, floor-to-ceiling French windows, especially in a private house, are not decorated at all. As a rule, such windows overlook the courtyard or garden.

However, if the windows face a busy street or abut another house, you can decorate panoramic windows with curtains made of light fabrics. For example, from organza, artificial silk, cambric or veil. Such curtains will not weigh down the interior and “eat up” the interior space.

One of the successful solutions is roller blinds or blinds. Such “clothing” for panoramic windows will not overload the space, but at the same time, it will cope perfectly with shading on an excessively sunny day.

French windows require you to think through the design in detail. If the space is decorated in a classic style, implying expensive furniture, paintings in gilded baguettes, complex crystal chandeliers and sconces, then you cannot do without curtains. Classic curtains made of taffeta, velvet or jacquard will add nobility and chic to the space.

Tips for choosing curtains

Curtains can either decorate or hopelessly ruin the interior. To avoid trouble, you need to follow some simple rules:

1. High-quality natural fabrics are preferred. It’s worth taking a closer look at cool linen, fine silk, batiste cotton, expensive velvet, jacquard of unusual colors, taffeta, and the most delicate veil).
2. Curtains should fit organically into the interior.
3. When installing curtains, you need to take into account how easily they slide and slide. Additional installation of control mechanisms may be required.

Advantages and disadvantages

Panoramic doors opening onto a terrace or balcony are popular in countries with warm, mild climates. There they allow you to admire beautiful views of the courtyard or provide an overview of the city landscapes. Increasingly, this option for designing openings is found in the homes of compatriots. What are the advantages of the French model over traditional options:

• Lets more light into the room. Even if the balcony faces north, the room will become much brighter.
• They have an original European stylish look. They fit into any interior style thanks to a variety of frame materials and glazing designs.
• Visually increase the space. Moreover, both the interior and the balcony become spacious. Thanks to glass, the division between rooms is almost invisible.
• The premises are connected by loggias and rooms. The balcony becomes an extension of the room thanks to the transparent glass sheet.
• Convenient and practical to use. Modern technologies make use easy and safe. The mechanism does not fail even with frequent use.
• The possibility of maximum opening provides high-quality ventilation. Due to the absence of barriers to air flow, you can refresh the room in a few minutes.

There are many advantages, but it is important to know about the disadvantages of the design of French doors:

• Higher cost compared to traditional profiles.
• Low thermal insulation. Glass allows cold to pass through better. To ensure a comfortable temperature in the room, it is recommended to install French doors on closed, insulated loggias.
• There are restrictions on the weight of the structure. For this reason, it will not be possible to install multi-chamber double-glazed windows.
• Glass surfaces require constant maintenance. Traces from the touch of hands, dust, stains will immediately catch your eye.
• It will be necessary to coordinate the work on redevelopment of the balcony block with the relevant authorities.

Palace French style

The French palace style is absolutely not suitable for a small room. It is recommended for spacious kitchens with high ceilings and several window openings. To bring it to life you will need gilded decor, natural stucco, stained glass, forged and granite interior design elements.

French kitchen style

Ideal for the French palace style would be furniture in the bergere style, made of bleached oak or any other “aged wood”. A bright interior element will be a home fireplace, lined with granite or other natural stone. Carved tiles will look impressive. In the French palace style, handmade work is encouraged. Expensive crystal would be appropriate, from which dishes, flower vases, a candy bowl and even a chandelier, a mirror in a gilded frame and an abundance of home textiles made from natural fabrics - linen, velvet, silk - can be made.

French kitchen style

The palace French style in the interior of the kitchen can emphasize the high status of the owners of the house, their good wealth and excellent taste. It is used to decorate the kitchens of luxury private houses and country cottages.

Using panoramic windows in a private home: photos of interesting projects

There are several ways to create an unusual design using panoramic glazing:

• installation of windows of original shape (radius structures, windows in the form of arches or polygons);
• the use of folds of various sizes and shapes;
• inclusion of unusual architectural structures for installing windows into the building design;

Panoramic windows can also be used indoors, instead of walls, zoning and combining rooms

• installation of overhead false strips;
• purchasing window structures with frames in bright colors or painting them yourself;
• a combination of different types of windows in one room.

Design of large windows in a private house: photos of cottages with bay windows

A bay window is an architectural addition to a building design, which is a small protruding element. It acts as a decoration for the facade of the building. An integral element of the bay window design is panoramic glazing. This protruding part of the building is used to increase living space. The presence of a bay window allows you to increase the amount of natural light entering the house from the street. From the inside, the decor is adjusted to the interior of the room.

The bay window allows you to increase the interior space of your home, as well as improve illumination and insolation

In some cases, the extension can serve as a separate room. This space is most often used to organize a work office, living room, and play area.

Ecrer is often used for the outside of the house, less often - for access to the courtyard

Frame glazing is used to decorate the bay window. Moreover, the folds of the frames located on the side open. Most often, an angle of 30 degrees is formed between the wall and the window frames. In bay windows of non-standard shapes, for example, rounded panoramic windows are placed at right angles. Typically, this area is used for recreation. In addition to frames, such designs require the use of flexible profiles and additional connecting elements. Moreover, the higher the glass is placed, the more decorative the bay window looks in the project.

Projects of one-story houses with panoramic windows on the veranda

The veranda is a part of the building that is located on the same level as the entire house. This element has its own walls, foundation, roof and window openings. Since the veranda is part of a residential building, if there is heating in it, it would be most advisable to install warm glazing with panoramic windows.

A bright, spacious veranda can become the main place for spending leisure time at home

This ensures reliable protection from negative external influences:

• precipitation;
• noise from the street;
• insects

As a result, the veranda can be used as an all-season recreation area. But an extension to a house is a separate structure, which, according to the design, is adjacent to the building or is installed at a distance from it. The extension does not need to maintain heat, so it will be enough to install cold glazing. Preferably without frames.

When installing panoramic windows for a veranda, you should take into account future heating costs in winter.

Frame glazing of a terrace or veranda is considered as a simplified design option with a budget cost and the possibility of partial replacement or repair in case of damage. Frameless glazing, on the contrary, is considered an elite and decorative option, although it is less reliable, higher price and complex installation technology.

Interesting house projects with large windows: photos of indoor pools

Modern country house projects offer developers the construction of indoor swimming pools. The owner of such housing will not have to visit a club or public institution to swim. Depending on your budgetary capabilities, you can get by with building a simple structure or build a luxurious, elite pool. Proper glazing of such building elements is a key point of success. This provides protection from negative weather conditions and a beautiful external design.

French glazing is one of the most popular solutions for an indoor pool

Installation of panoramic windows during the construction of a swimming pool is the most complex type of facade work. This is determined by the special operating conditions of the room. Increased humidity in the room where the pool is located leads to the formation of condensation on the panoramic windows. Severe frosts will turn this moisture into ice, which is unacceptable.

Most often in projects, the pool structure is built using large spans. It is recommended to use warm glazing technology for these purposes. Also, restrictions are imposed on the size of double-glazed windows. Taking into account the high loads on windows, the technical requirements for reliability and strength of both the structures themselves and the glass in them are increasing.

Large windows for indoor pools are usually used in country cottages where the territory of the house is fenced

Beautiful house designs with large windows: photos of greenhouses and winter gardens

Many people associate projects of country houses with greenhouses or winter gardens with high cost and respectability. In fact, the design can be variable and take into account different budgetary possibilities.

Modern winter gardens in terms of architectural features are in many ways similar to bay windows and verandas. The only thing that distinguishes them is improved insulation and the largest possible area of ​​​​panoramic glazing of the walls and roof. Thanks to modern construction technologies, it is possible to create almost continuous warm glazing.

A large amount of daylight is important for plants, so by installing panoramic windows, you can easily organize a winter garden

The presence of panoramic windows helps to integrate the surrounding nature into the house. Due to the transparent walls of the greenhouse or winter garden, the boundary between the interior of the room and the landscape design of the site is completely erased. At the same time, the maximum possible amount of sunlight is collected in the room, which will be useful not only for plants, but also for the inhabitants of the house who decide to relax with a book or soak in a hammock.

To bring nature closer, you can install sliding designs of panoramic windows. In warm weather, this room can be used as a relaxation area with access to fresh air and access to the street.

The photo shows an example of beautiful and practical glazing of a winter garden where you can grow citrus fruits and other trees

Country housing projects with a winter garden allow you to increase the space of the house, visually enhancing the massiveness of the building. The adjacent greenhouse adds decorative variety to the building's architecture, and the presence of a large number of transparent surfaces adds lightness.

What kind of door can be called French

Everything connected with Europe is considered a model of good taste and quality. But what is behind the name "French door"? It combines types of structures with a large amount of glass in the canvas. Such products are installed across the entire width and height of the opening.

Interesting! For a door to be called French, at least 80% of its area must be glazed.

It is appropriate to install such a model if the size of the passage to the balcony is at least half the wall. If French windows are also installed on the balcony, then the room offers a panoramic view even with the doors closed.

The French door to the balcony can be made entirely of glass or with inserts made of other materials. Can be divided into segments of different sizes. Since the surface area is large, the glass is made from high-strength tempered material.