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Reframing the Concept of Building Envelope Through Minimalist Windows

ArchDaily

Image Courtesy of Vitrocsa When we talk about the building envelope , we often make the analogy of a skin that protects and wraps the structure, creating a transition in the physical environment. These windows excel with their functionality and visual lightness, standing out in the architectural landscape. Read more ยป

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Nine home interiors brightened with colourful window frames

Deezen

Shades of green, red and yellow run throughout this lookbook , which collects nine home interiors enlivened by colourful window frames. Whether painted wood, plastic or metal, opting for colourful window frames is an easy way to brighten a residential interior. in Porto , including its window frames and doors.

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Redrawing Boundaries: The Three Principles of Minimalist Windows

ArchDaily

This condition prompted the creation of architectural designs that not only integrated windows as functional elements but also as compositional. Thanks to technological innovations, windows with slender framings and wider openings were achieved, as exemplified in works such as Villa Savoye and Farnsworth House. Read more ยป

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Ten residential interiors framed by statement windows

Deezen

From circular openings in an Indonesian dwelling to the lofty skylights of an English barn-style house, our latest lookbook features 10 residential interiors with striking windows. Architects and designers often use unusual windows in their projects to create visual interest within both residential and commercial interiors.

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Eight homes where internal windows and partitions maximise light

Deezen

In this lookbook , we have collected eight projects that use internal glazing and partitions to create brighter home interiors and increased connectivity between spaces. While the primary use of windows is for daylight access and ventilation, they can also play a key role in visually connecting spaces within the home.

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KPF reveals supertall Midtown Manhattan tower behind arched windows

Archinect

The interiors have been designed to provide “venues of quiet retreat and spirited engagement,” while also targeting LEED , WELL , and WIREDSCORE certifications. Image credit: Binyan Studios When completed in 2025, the 450,000-square-foot tower will contain residential and office functions alongside ground-floor retail.

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โ€œThermally Brokenโ€ Windows Explained

Westeck News

“Thermally broken” is a term used to describe a windowโ€™s construction in the windows and door manufacturing industry. The term refers to the fact that an aluminum frame is manufactured with an interior and an exterior side joined by a barrier. Thermal windows prevent heat loss in the winter.

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