Top Considerations When Choosing New Windows

Choosing new windows is more than a home improvement task. It is a chance to refresh your home! The windows you select will define your space, enhance curb appeal, and elevate the everyday.

What to Consider

With so many styles, materials, and finishes available, choosing new windows can feel overwhelming. The key is to align your selection with your home’s function and character. Start by narrowing your choices based on how you live.

Adjustable Windows VS Fixed Windows

Fixed windows offer unobstructed views and flood your home with light. Meanwhile, adjustable windows provide essential airflow and ease of cleaning. While both serve a purpose, understanding when and where to use each is key to a well-balanced home design.

gray cornices in the bathroom against two sets of corner windows above a tub
Cornices frame your windows with intention. This finishing detail can tie a room together by bringing texture, polish, and a designer’s touch to your newly updated space.

 

Single and Double Hung Windows

When choosing new windows, single and double hung models are among the most timeless. They are easy to operate and visually unobtrusive. These windows are particularly suited to bedrooms and upper floors, where ventilation and child safety features are of the utmost importance. 

Casement Windows

Casement windows add a classic, European style to your home. With a simple turn of the handle, these windows open outward. They blend practicality with clean, uninterrupted views, which is ideal for first-floor living spaces.

Designer Roller Shades

Sliding and Folding Windows

These contemporary options make the outdoors feel closer. Sliding and folding windows bring a relaxed, resort-style openness to kitchens and patios. They are perfect for entertaining or quiet mornings with coffee.

Tilt Turn Windows

When versatility is your top priority, tilt turn windows are a great solution. They open two ways by tilting in for airflow or swinging in like a door. These windows easily blend European engineering with sleek modernity.

Duette® Honeycomb Shades with TrackGlide™
Duette® Honeycomb Shades with TrackGlide™

These advanced window treatments follow the movement of your tilt turn windows while delivering superior insulation and light control, which is ideal for energy efficiency and style.

The Functional Benefits of Windows

Beyond looks, choosing new windows impacts everything from energy costs to safety. Strategically placed windows can serve as emergency exits and offer airflow to manage interior temperatures, making your home not only stunning, but also safe and smart.

Graceful yet practical! Vignette Modern Roman Shades add dimensional softness and elegance to any room.

Vignette® Modern Roman Shades

 

The Designer Details

Every detail matters. When choosing new windows, consider trim, shape, and how your selections harmonize with both your home’s architecture and your interior style.

Window Grids

From colonial-style grids to contemporary frameless panes, the design of your window grids can subtly influence both how light is diffused and exterior charm. Choose with purpose!

Designer Solar Shades bring a sophisticated approach to sunlight control. With UV protection and modern textures, they’re an ideal solution for homes with expansive glazing.

The Color Scheme

Color speaks volumes. While white remains a classic choice, black frames offer dramatic contrast and modern appeal. Wood tones? They add warmth and timeless charm. Choosing new windows is your opportunity to create harmony or an unexpected bold contrast. 

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Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades

When it comes to window coverings, Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades are a quiet powerhouse. With their sculpted design and energy-saving features, they’re the perfect blend of style and performance.

Ready for New Window Coverings?

As you complete the process of choosing new windows, don’t overlook the power of custom window coverings. Our design team at Austin Window Fashions is ready to help you select the best treatments that align with your lifestyle, privacy needs, and sense of style. Contact us today and let’s complete your vision together.