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What If You Added a Window?

Dwell

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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Driving Window Innovation to Combat Climate Change

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Content courtesy of Third Derivative Energy Losses from Windows Around The Globe Contribute 1 Gigaton of CO2 Emissions Annually—Here’s How Startups and Venture Capital’s (VC’s) Are Changing This. This weak link of inefficient windows is augmenting our global energy usage crisis, with mounting climate implications.

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

Dwell

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 interior of the home remains clean, simple, and minimal to accentuate a light-filled space that allows the natural outdoor landscaping to be the focus. Have one to share?

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"Bomb blast" window cut into world war two bunker holiday home

Deezen

UK studio Corstorphine & Wright has converted a world war two bunker in Dorset, UK, into a holiday home with a blast-shaped window cut in its front. The concrete has a naturally warm hue, likely due to the local Portland stone quarries, which combined with the new lighting and log burner provide a welcoming warmth to the spaces."

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Hacker Architects overhauls Oregon residence with colourful interiors and natural pine finishes

Deezen

The home enjoys stunning natural surroundings, which the team sought to highlight throughout the renovation. One way of doing this was by adding in a large window to the main living space. A large window was added to the main living space. Contractor: Construction Management Services. Pine features throughout the home.

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Architecture for London uses natural materials to renovate studio founder's home

Deezen

The interiors of the home are finished with natural materials. "It It was also quite dark as the orientation of the property isn't ideal – the rear reception room in particular had very little natural light.". Main contractor: Construction Hub. Oak cabinetry and grey limestone fixtures feature in the kitchen.

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MRDK creates a "journey through nature" at Attitude boutique in Montreal

Deezen

Planted beds are surrounded by a raised ceramic floor at the Attitude store "From the moment you step inside, the design of the space reflects their commitment to sustainability and a connection to nature," said the studio. The photography is by David Dworkind.

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