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What If You Added a Window?

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At least once a week, I look at one particular wall in my living room and wonder why the person who built this place didn’t put a window there. So I decided to investigate the reality of adding a window and whether there are better options for more light than having somebody cut a big hole in the side of your house.

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Big Windows and White Interiors Punch Up a Gloomy ’60s California Beach House

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We chose to utilize a dark cedar exterior to ground the home within the surrounding dunes and a contrasting natural cedar to accentuate the point of entry. The house was very inwardly focused with low-lying windows that you couldn’t see out of unless you ducked or sat down. Have one to share? Post it here.

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Replacement Window FAQ: How to Prepare for Your Installation

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Now that you have finally decided on your new windows, it is time to prepare for the installation. You will also want to make sure that there is enough space in the room for your contractor to work comfortably. Confirm Details With Your Contractor. Move Items Away From Windows. Give Your Contractor a Rundown.

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Understanding the Concept of the Cost of Windows Replacement

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Most homeowners understand that they are supposed to get their windows replaced, but not all of them understand how to calculate the cost of windows replacement. It is important to understand what actually plays a role in determining the worth of getting the windows replaced compared to the money you pay.

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Telescope House by Wendell Burnette offers framed views of Sedona

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Bedrooms feature surrounding views Exterior walls are wrapped in weathering steel , which helps protect the home against wildfire. It is naturally fireproof along with steel-plate window frames." To reduce energy usage, the team added exterior shading devices to windows and integrated operable windows to facilitate cross ventilation.

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CF Møller uses matching bricks and tiles for exterior of Villa E in Aarhus

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Scandinavian firm CF Møller Architects has completed a house where all the exterior surfaces match, thanks to a combination of dark red bricks and tiles. The exterior combines matching tiles and bricks. With varying shades of red, they match up with two brick entrance staircases and a series of exterior terraces.

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Want to Maximize Views? Point Your Home in Two Directions at Once Like This Alabama Cabin

Dwell

The kitchen, dining, and living spaces spill into each other and bleed into the outdoor gathering spaces to allow for easy exterior-to-interior gathering and entertaining. The exterior metal is strong and storm-resistant, but it is also made from recycled content and is reusable and recyclable. Have one to share? Post it here.

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