How to make large windows in the house. Panoramic glazed houses

17.08.2019

Houses with panoramic windows look very impressive, and attract attention both in appearance and in mesmerizing interiors, part of which becomes the surrounding space. If you decide to build such a house, it must be borne in mind that the installation and operation of windows that occupy most of the walls from floor to ceiling or even the entire wall has its own characteristics.

Firstly, it is very important in what climatic conditions the house is located. After all, heat loss through glass is much higher than through ordinary walls. Of course, modern double-glazed windows can reduce heat loss, but the absolute values \u200b\u200bstill remain quite high. Moreover, such windows are expensive.

There are special glass heating systems, but they require high maintenance costs, so panoramic windows in several rooms can only be afforded to residents of “warm” regions, where the temperature drops below zero for a couple of months a year.

Secondly, it is necessary to take into account the orientation of the house with panoramic windows to the cardinal points. If the windows face south and southwest, the heat loss will be less and the cost of maintaining it will decrease.

Location of houses with panoramic windows

In what cases is it worth considering the replacement of part of the walls with “floor” windows? First of all, such a solution is required when a beautiful view of the surrounding expanses or of some natural object opens from the window. Another option - the house is located in such a place that the inclusion of the surrounding space in the interior will make the latter not only exclusive, but also more pleasant for living.

Plots on the seashore, in the forest, near a river or waterfall, on a hill overlooking a beautiful landscape or city, are intended for the construction of private houses with panoramic windows.

However, no matter how you like the idea of \u200b\u200bletting the environment into the house, you should not plan to place such a house in a cottage village or on an ordinary city street, as you will get the effect of an “aquarium”: your life will be put on public display, which won’t add comfort.

When choosing a place for a house, keep in mind that today, for example, a forest is visible from your windows, and tomorrow high-rise buildings can grow on this place, so you should familiarize yourself with the long-term development plan of the area. Beautiful houses with panoramic windows will decorate any area, but how much will your interior look like a standard residential complex?

In which rooms in the house to place panoramic windows?

Living room. The most suitable room for equipment with "glass walls" is a living room. Beautiful window views will contribute to a pleasant pastime and relaxation, besides, it will be interesting for guests to be in such a room.
Kitchen. The room where the hostess spends a lot of time, and a good view from the window will not hurt. In addition, panoramic windows increase the illumination of the room, which is just important for the kitchen.
Bedroom. The least suitable place for panoramic glazing. This is an intimate part of the house, designed for privacy. In addition, even the most beautiful view from the window will likely harm rather than benefit, as it will attract attention and interfere with relaxation and going to bed.
Passage zones (entrance hall and hall). It can also be considered an unfortunate place to place panoramic windows, unless it is planned to create a recreation area in the lobby.

Installation of panoramic windows in a private house

Panoramic windows are quite heavy, so careful installation of the surface is necessary for their installation. It must withstand heavy weight, be strong and stable. In addition, special attention should be paid to the fastenings and mechanisms for opening such windows. All this must be of high quality and reliable, so that subsequently there are no problems with operation.

It is also necessary to think over additional equipment, for example, provide for the possibility of dimming windows, since light from the street in the evening can interfere. There are special dimming glasses for this, but their price is quite high. It is easier to install blinds, which make it possible to visually isolate the room from the street. In addition, you must understand that even the most beautiful view can be annoying at times.

Since the view outside the window becomes part of the interior, and its main emphasis, it is necessary to take this into account when decorating the room. Here are a few tips to help you integrate your window into your home design most effectively:

Minimalism - the best style of decoration with large windows. Nothing should distract attention from the main decorative element - the view from the window.
Use soft tones and colors in harmony with the surrounding landscape. They should not conflict with each other.
If furniture is placed along the wall with panoramic windows, it should be low so as not to obstruct the view, and the simplest forms.
Do not use anything too bright and pretentious in the design of the room, the simpler the better.
It’s good if the style is combined with the view, for example, the view of the forest thickets in harmony with the eco-style, and the sea open spaces in harmony with the sea.

Photo of private houses with panoramic windows

Look at these photos of houses with panoramic windows to determine which option is best for you.

Photo 1. Two-storey house with panoramic windows has virtually no walls, allowing you to admire the surrounding forest without interference from any room.

Photo 2. The inclusion of a mountain landscape in the interior imposes certain restrictions on its style.

Photo 3. A country house with panoramic windows is located in a secluded place, which makes it possible not to limit yourself in choosing a place for their installation.

Photo 4. The location of the house on a hill offers a magnificent panoramic view of the mountains and the sea.

Photo 5. An example of inclusion in the interior of the forest surrounding the house. The interior in the style of minimalism does not distract attention and does not interfere with unity with nature.

Photo 6. A simple interior in white colors emphasizes the beauty of the open sea.

Photo 7. Remoteness from the city made it possible to include it in the window view, along with mountain peaks. This gives the interior a contemporary style with classic elements a special charm.

Glass conducts heat well, so an important role in maintaining a comfortable temperature inside the building will be played by the side of the world, which faces a wall with large glazing. It is better if it is south or southwest, so more heat and light will get into the premises. Projects of houses with large windows have their own specifics in the organization of the internal space. It is unlikely that you will be comfortable if your every step is visible from the street. For example, it is obvious that panoramic window openings are useless in the bedroom, but it will look very impressive in the dining room or living room, on the terrace or in the winter garden.

Window constructions of considerable size and weight are appropriate, therefore, special attention should be paid to the strength of fasteners and mechanisms, and, in particular, to the company that will be engaged in glazing. Many people mistakenly believe that the projects of houses with large windows always include the construction of impressive cottages. However, this is not true. Panoramic glazing is available even for very compact cottages.

Which is better - buy project documentation or order a project for yourself?

Most large firms will offer you more than a dozen excellent options, which provide ready-made house designs with large windows. They are distinguished by their courage and relevance of design solutions and adaptability to our climate. If such a building was designed by competent specialists and built by professionals, even in winter you will not feel a lack of comfort. Obviously, in this case, the choice of a design and construction company is very important.

Individual projects of houses with large windows are good because they will be made with your direct participation, only for you and taking into account all your wishes. But such work should only be done by a top-class professional. Especially when it comes to buildings with such an unusual design. It is best to get acquainted with other works of the company that you choose, and do it live. In the end, you have been building housing for decades and should get the most in coziness and comfort.

The house with panoramic windows, photo below, looks really beautiful and fascinates those around with its unusual appearance. This will help you verify the examples of such houses, selected by Dekorin. It is also important to consider that the installation of large windows is fraught with some nuances, which will be discussed in this article. Choosing the right design and the right installation is a guarantee of the aesthetic exterior of your home.

Location of the house with panoramic windows

Not in all cases, it is worth resorting to replacing one of the walls with windows. Of course, if your window offers beautiful views of nature, then panoramic windows in a private house will be appropriate. Agree, it’s wonderful to see the blue sea, the dense forest and other natural wonders at your window. However, it is hardly possible to contemplate a decent picture around the house in an ordinary village or city. The only thing you will achieve is the effect of the "aquarium", because your life will be visible to everyone around.

Also, deciding to put panoramic windows, get acquainted with the development plan of your area in the future. After all, today you see a beautiful forest in your windows, and tomorrow ordinary skyscrapers can be built in its place. Luxury house with panoramic windows photo design options below:

In which rooms is it better to install panoramic windows?

Of course, first of all, it is necessary to take into account your wishes, but it is best to install panoramic windows from the side where the view is the most successful and beautiful. For clarity, it is worth considering the relevance of panoramic windows for each room of a private house.

Living room. Most often, panoramic windows are installed in this room and this is quite justified, because a beautiful view outside the window will contribute to relaxation and pleasant communication of the whole family. In addition, guests will be pleasantly surprised by the unusual solution for your living room.
Kitchen. Of course, the hostess of the house will be much nicer to cook in a bright kitchen with a beautiful view from the window. Yes, and gathering the whole family for lunch will be much nicer when the kitchen has a panoramic window.
Bedroom. Here, just the panoramic windows will be the least appropriate. In the bedroom, each of us wants to retire and abstract from the outside world. In addition, the view from the window will distract from sleep and not give the opportunity to relax fully.
Hall or hallway. Panoramic windows will be appropriate only if you plan to make a recreation area in the lobby.

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Panoramic windows in a private house: photos and interior ideas

The view outside the window automatically becomes an adornment of one of the walls of your room, which means that the interior decoration of the room must be appropriate. It is always worth remembering that there should not be anything superfluous in the interior of a room with a panoramic window. It is best to design a room in a minimalist style, using only the necessary furniture and home decoration. The main decoration of your room is the view from the panoramic window. Shades should be used pastel and without bright defiant accents. Also, the main colors of the room should be in harmony with the view from the window. If there is a need to install furniture along the wall with panoramic windows, then give preference to low furniture, so that it does not block the beautiful view. It is also important to consider that the style of the room is combined with the view outside the window. So, for example, for a view of the forest it is ideal to make an interior in an eco-style, and for a view of the sea - in a marine style. Private house with panoramic windows, photos of interior ideas are attached:

Frame house with panoramic windows photos and advantages

This can be a great solution for your home due to the large amount of natural light. A room with such a window is visually enlarged, and the structure itself takes on a more modern look. Before you build a frame house with panoramic windows, you should know some features and nuances:

The glass is quite thin, so the thermal conductivity remains at a high level. It is important to consider which side you want to install the panoramic window on. So, it is best to do this from the south side so that it is always warm in your home. In addition, sunlight will come an order of magnitude more.
It is important to take into account the layout of the structure, because it is necessary to choose the right size of glazing and its location for a particular house.
It is important to pay attention to the quality of the materials from which the window is made. Heat and sound insulation, as well as the overall comfort of staying in a room, depend on this.
When designing such a structure, you should take care of the presence of curtains and blinds, because in the evening they are clearly needed.
Installation of panoramic windows will be appropriate not only in large rooms. They can also be a great addition to a small room. Indeed, such windows visually increase the space, which will positively affect the overall perception of a small room.

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Built house

Ready-made house project with an area of \u200b\u200b320 sq.m. with panoramic windows combines the elements of architectural minimalism and Wright's style. Thanks to this combination, for permanent residence has acquired a modern look, which is combined with the convenience of its internal layout. The plan of the house includes:

kitchen-dining room and living room, which are located on the ground floor of the house;
bedrooms on the second floor;
open terrace for relaxation, adjacent to the rear facade of the building.

A compact layout with a vertical orientation allowed the house to blend seamlessly into a small plot of land. And leave room for trees, lawn and flower beds.

Constructive decisions

The stylistics of minimalism proved itself in the project with a free layout with a minimum number of partitions. And panoramic windows with rare bindings. Continuous glazing opens the interior of the house to light and air, making it more voluminous.

From the project received a pitched roof with low overhangs. They reliably protect living quarters from direct sunlight and shelter the balconies of the second floor from precipitation. The dull walls of the end parts of the building create a sense of autonomy and separation of the house from neighboring land.

At the end of the building is a covered area for cars, to which a separate entrance leads from the house. Above the platform there is a corner balcony with a panoramic view of the surrounding landscape. From the courtyard side on the podium there is an outdoor terrace for relaxation. The podium raises the terrace above the ground and visually combines the internal and external space of the house.

Facade decoration

The project of the cottage provides for a combined decoration of the facade. It is built on a contrasting combination of chocolate and light beige colors. Light wooden panels of facade planes shade dark roofing overhangs, window frames and vertical decorative niches. The buildings are accentuated by tinted windows with a mirror effect. And the glass parapets of the balconies, which are located around the perimeter of the structure.

A house with panoramic windows designed by architects of the TopDom bureau can be built both within the city and on a suburban land. Its appearance blends seamlessly with both the natural landscape and urban architecture.

When choosing a house project with panoramic windows, the customer should be prepared for the fact that its price will be higher than for an ordinary cottage of the same area. This is explained by the use of complex technical structures, the need to provide additional heating and energy saving systems.

Features of facades with a large area of \u200b\u200bglazing

All projects of houses with panoramic glazing for the construction of a beautiful modern cottage are difficult. They are developed by professional high-level architects, taking into account the many nuances inherent in this fragile material.

When choosing a glazed facade, the correct "landing" of the house is of great importance - its binding to the cardinal points. This largely depends on the surrounding landscape, which future owners want to enjoy. And yet, more often do the walls facing south, southeast, southwest make transparent. This improves insolation and space heating.

The quality of the materials depends on the climate zone. The design should provide the required level of heat transfer, sound insulation, for which a technical calculation is carried out. Accordingly, the optimal parameters of the thickness of the double-glazed windows (number of cameras), profile (aluminum, plastic, wooden), energy-saving glass are selected.

To ensure safety, reliable key locks, a security system from outside, and security measures from the inside should be provided - some systems with very heavy flaps can even be opened by a child.

To ensure that the glazed structure is reliable, additional wall reinforcement with a metal frame is provided for wall installation. The internal "filling" is then hidden under decorative overlays, or serves as an element of decor - especially in the high-tech style.

An important role is played by opening-closing systems, which is determined by the purpose of the room (bedroom, living room, porch, conservatory). Different roller shutters are used, guides for sliding, shifting, folding: “accordion”, lifting-sliding portals; multifunctional automatic handles with remote "control".

Projects of houses with large windows on the floor: photo of cottages

Many city dwellers dream of a bright house with panoramic glazing on the shore of the sea, river, pine forest. This trend, which began with minimalism (No. 40-93), is gaining momentum every day. That is why a country house is being built in order to feel the closeness of the surrounding nature, to be able to enjoy the wonderful view in the early morning and late evening.

Our catalog presents projects of large houses with panoramic windows from various building materials: brick, aerated concrete. Stone and glass are most often used for buildings in a modern style, including those with modern elements (No. 36-65). On an individual order, we will carry out the development for a wooden building.