Go Artistic With Your Home Windows!
Windows denote the charming look of your house. A window is designed at every apartment in Bangalore in order to light the house with sunlight or to protect the house from unwanted noise and air. Properties in Bangalore have windows that are made up of transparent glass and are glazed. Since time immemorial, windows were created in many shapes, sizes and forms like a hole in the wall, an open space covered with a cloth or an animal hide used as a window.
As the world progresses, ingenious ideas and concepts take place every day. From the historic period to this day, windows are designed in various shapes and sizes. Here are some of the window designs and their usages. If you’re looking in for something different for your house, these tips will come in handy.
Awning windows: These type of windows are normally created in lavatories and bedrooms, where one needs privacy and proper ventilation. They are used for their need of light and breeze. These windows can be slightly opened in order to get fresh air or light. The screen of this window is placed inside and they can be installed in columns as well.
Double-hung sash window: These type of windows are known for their traditional approach and are originated from the United Kingdom. A double sash is basically two parts of a window which overlap slightly and can be slided up and down. These windows can also have a single sash and can be used either by using a pulley or a braided cord. They are fitted in the wall with hinges and locks. A sash window can be fitted horizontally and vertically.
A double hung window: These windows are chosen for their distinctive style as they are easy for access and helps in perfect ventilation. These windows are normally fitted in places like a bedroom, an office or a kitchen. Only a part of the window can be opened while the other part remains closed.
Casement window: These type of windows have a hinged sash that can be opened in both the ways (inside and outside). They are originally invented from various parts of Europe. These windows are operated with a crank or many other equipments. The sash of this window can be fixed in various ways and directions.
Hopper Window: Another type of window is the hopper window, which is a bottom located windowpane and can be opened like that of a draw bridge towards the outer section. These windows are generally installed in basements.
Picture window: These windows are installed in places where there is no much concern for ventilation. They are also used for a clearer view and can be installed on the walls of dark room for a better view and lighting. They are also known for providing a better view and ventilation. These windows are the most artistic ones which are used in decorative hallways.
Tilting windows: These type of windows can be tilted inwards on top and can be slided horizontally behind the pane. They can also be tilted inwards on top and can open inwards. They are commonly used in Germany.
Bay windows: These type of windows result in an open and peaceful environment as they cater to multiple views of light and let the light stream in from different angles. Also a better air circulation is provided with these type of windows. They are one of the most sought windows which are used to style one’s house with uniqueness. They can be used in dark places like kitchens, bedrooms and family rooms.
Transom window: Basically, these type of windows are used for proper ventilation and are installed above the door. Many apartments in India have these type of windows for ventilation and in some countries a small fan is also attached in the space to provide fresh air.
Clerestory window: These type of windows are typically used for providing daylight and are installed in a roof structure or a high wall.
Jalousie windows: These type of windows are used to control the excess flow of light and air. These windows are designed in a way where glass slats are fixed in metal clips. Both the glass slats and the metal clips can be opened together. Also one can open either just the glass slats or the metal clips if required. They are the perfect windows which can be used in places of relentless weather.
Roof window/roof lantern: These windows are normally used in huge places like a sky scraper. It provides excess daylight in the installed place. Whereas, a roof lantern is similar to that of the Clerestory windows.
Oriel window: An Oriel window consists of a number of panels and is typically used in monasteries. This window projects from the wall and acts as a porch. They are supported by corbels or props.
Fixed windows: These windows are rarely used as they do not provide ventilation but just light.
Thermal windows: They are also known as Diocletian windows and are large and semicircular. They are divided into three window compartments where the central compartment is slightly larger than the other two.
French window: This is also known as the French door which literally means a door. This window gets its name from its large size. This acts as a window as well as a door. Various countries like Italy and France follow this style.
Multi-lit window: A multi-lit window is a window with glazed glass panes parted by wood or lead glazed bars. These type of windows are used in traditional places.
Coloured glass window: These type of windows are windows which consists of coloured glass pieces portraying any figure. These windows are commonly used in churches and various historic places.
