What are Modern Windows?
Clean, simple, and plenty of light – modern windows are designed to increase natural light, and improve energy efficiency.
Modern windows are typically made of materials such as vinyl, wood, or fiberglass. Manufactured in a variety of styles, including sliding, casement, bay, picture, and tilt-and-turn windows. They are commonly used in both residential and commercial buildings.
Why You Should Invest
The large glass panes and minimal frame design of modern windows allow for an abundance of natural light to flow into a building. They reduce the need for artificial lighting and create a more energy-efficient environment. Modern windows also provide improved ventilation and airflow, helping to create a more comfortable indoor environment.
Characteristics of Modern Windows
Every house has a story. Every window has one as well. Modern Window’s story always begins with providing. Providing natural light, providing warmth (or AC), providing variety.
1. Energy Efficiency
It is important to update windows to keep the outside air out and inside air, well, inside your house. You aren’t paying to heat the outdoors. Energy-efficient windows ensure you aren’t paying too much for heating or cooling.
There are certain expectations that companies go through to meet the standard of being “Energy Efficient.” As a partner of Milgard, we guarantee every product meets the “Energy Star” standard. A true modern window should be “Energy Star” qualified.
Many modern windows are made with double or triple-paned glass. This helps to insulate the interior of a building and reduce energy usage.
2. Large Glass Panes
It is a wonderful feeling when you are sitting at the kitchen table, drinking a cup of coffee or tea and looking out your window admiring the cold winter day. The perk of this is the large windows. It is such a beautiful feeling to start the day looking at the beauty of nature surrounding you.
Having large glass panes also increases the natural light within a house, saving on the need for electricity during the daytime.
3. Minimal Frame Design
Modern windows are known for their minimal frame design. With clean lines and a simple, uncluttered appearance, the simple frame goes a long way. The frames are designed to be as small and unobtrusive as possible, allowing the focus to be on the view of the outdoors.
4. Variety of Material Options
Modern windows are made from a variety of materials, including vinyl, fiberglass, and wood. Each material has its own set of benefits and disadvantages. The choice of material often depends on the specific needs and preferences of the homeowner or building owner.
To learn more about which window frame is right for you, check out our blog, “Know Your Frame – Window Frame That Is.”
Depending on where you are located, one window frame may be more advantageous than another. It is important to ask your salesperson or installer for their expert opinion for the best option.
Advantages of Modern Windows
ENERGY EFFICIENCY … need we say more? Yes? Okay, here are more advantages.
1. Increased Natural Light
We touched on this a bit above, but it is such an amazing part of having big windows in a modern home. Allowing natural light to flood the house sometimes takes our breath away. When the perfect sunset is going down and your house turns orange for just a brief moment, you can soak in the beauty.
Not only does it save on the electricity bill by having these large windows, but an increase in natural light helps your overall health.
2. Enhanced Aesthetics
The sleek, contemporary design of modern windows enhances the aesthetics of a building. It contributes to a more modern, stylish look. The minimal frame design helps to create clean lines and a simple, uncluttered appearance. The large glass panes provide an unobstructed view of the outdoors.
There is a variety of material options available for modern windows – vinyl, fiberglass, and wood. These options allow for greater customization and flexibility.
3. Improved Ventilation
Modern windows provide improved ventilation and airflow; helping to create a more comfortable indoor environment. If your building is located in an area with high levels of pollution or poor air quality, modern windows provide great ventilation.
Improved ventilation can help to reduce indoor air pollution and improve indoor air quality; making it easier to breathe and reducing the risk of respiratory problems. Additionally, improved ventilation can help to reduce the build-up of moisture and mold – which can cause health problems and structural damage to a building.
Considerations When Choosing Modern Windows
There are lots of factors that go into the decision to install new windows. Maybe you are creating a new house or building. Maybe your windows are starting to get foggy or let the cold air in. Whatever it is, we are here for you.
1. Climate and Weather Conditions
One key consideration when choosing modern windows is the climate in which you live or the location the windows will be installed. Different windows are better suited for different climates. Some are better suited for heat and can withstand high and low temperatures (like fiberglass), others aren’t. Check with your installer for the best product for you.
Windows with low-e coatings or double-paned glass are better for areas with cold winters, as they help to reduce heat loss. On the other hand, windows with shading devices or special coatings are better for hot and sunny areas, as they help to reduce heat gain.
2. Building Code Requirements
If you live in a house, you likely don’t need to worry about this. However, bigger businesses need to think about building code requirements. If you are unsure of the requirements, your contractor should know.
Different building codes have different requirements for window size, strength, and energy efficiency. It’s important that the windows meet these requirements, so the building is safe and up to code.
3. Maintenance Requirements
Different types of windows have different maintenance requirements. For example, vinyl windows are known for their durability and low maintenance. Wood windows require more upkeep (regular painting and staining). When choosing windows, it’s important to consider the level of maintenance required, whether you want to take that on or not.
4. Budget
We all know the budget is one of the most important parts of a project. That is why Umeasureit Windows is here to give you the best quote.
Depending on your budget and the style you like, we can discuss options. We will provide our expertise to give you the best and most affordable window for your home or building.
When choosing windows, it’s important to consider long-term cost savings. How, you ask – by the windows being more energy efficient. It may be worth investing in more expensive, energy-efficient windows to achieve long-term savings on energy bills.
Conclusion
Modern windows are sleek, have a contemporary aesthetic, and improve energy efficiency. They are made of materials such as vinyl, fiberglass, and wood and are available in different styles.
Thanks to the large glass panes, there is no need for artificial lighting. Get ready to ask Alexa to turn off all lights.
Reach out to Umeasureit today to get your free quote.
