Contemporary Aluminium Windows and Doors for your lifestyle
Innovative solutions for residential windows and doors
Information to help you to make an informed decision
With constant home renovation TV shows on, it’s hard not to think about renovating yourself or designing from scratch. Not sure where to even start? We have come up with the 7 steps that are sure to point you in the right direction and think about how your windows will frame that view and help bring the outdoors, indoors.
1. First steps
There are lots of elements to think about!
Consider how you will live in your home?
What is the landscape/environment like where you live?
Is natural light important? What about control over your ventilation? Speak to your builder or architect to understand any building codes or compliance requirements specific to your project.
2. Vision board
This part is fun. Let your creative juices run wild and create a pin board to look at things like: Think of it as scrapbooking your ideas.
3. Product selection
Look through our product range and decide what best suits your needs considering thermal efficiency as well. Consider your pin board and design styles in your selection.
Do you want sliding windows, louvres, awnings, casements? Sliding doors, bi fold doors? How do each of these work with your living spaces?
4. Colours and Finishes
What colour options are available and how do they fit with the look of your home making sure to consider how it looks from the inside too!
Do you need dual colour framing options for an alternative colour on the inside and outside of your frames?
Look at the latest colour trends. We are seeing a lot darker coloured windows being put into architecturally designed homes. Custom Black and Monument are very popular colours.
5. Hardware
A handle is not just a lever! Think of it as jewellery for your home.
Hardware should be chosen to suit the requirements of your new window or door. Consider functionality, security and aesthetic appeal.
6. Glass
The right glass can enhance the way your home looks and feels, but it also adds to the warmth and thermal efficiency of your home. There are numerous options, single glazed, double glazed, laminated. Be sure to research this.
7. Ask an expert
You’re almost there! Now you know your style and what you think will work well in your project.
Speak to an expert to make sure you have the right finishes for your environment and the best advice that will ensure you’re satisfied for years to come.
