Adding an extension is a great way to create more space in your home, but choosing the right windows can have just as much impact on the finished design as the layout itself.
Windows can affect how much natural light enters the new space, how you use the room and how the extension looks from outside. With so many options available, it is worth thinking about the window design early in the planning process.
Consider How the Extension Will Be Used
Before choosing your windows, think about what you want to use the new space for.
A kitchen extension may benefit from larger areas of glazing to create a bright and open space, while a home office might need a combination of natural light and ventilation. If the extension is going to be used as a living or dining area, you may want to make the most of views across the garden.
Thinking about how you will use the room can help you decide where windows should be positioned and which sections need to open.
Make the Most of the Available Views
One of the benefits of extending your home is the opportunity to create a better connection with the garden or outside space.
Larger windows or fixed areas of glazing can help make the most of particularly good views, while carefully positioned opening windows can provide ventilation when needed.
The shape and proportions of the windows are also worth considering. A combination of larger fixed panes and opening sections can create a balanced design without every window needing to open.
Match the Existing Property
When adding an extension, you will also need to think about how the new windows relate to the existing property.
You may want the new windows to closely match the style of the original windows, creating a consistent appearance throughout the building. Alternatively, you may prefer a more contemporary design that clearly distinguishes the extension as a newer part of the property.
Aluminium windows offer a range of styles, colours and configurations, making it possible to create a design that works with the existing building.
Think About the Outside Appearance
It is easy to concentrate on how your new windows will look from inside the extension, but don’t forget to consider the outside too.
Look at the position of the windows in relation to the size and shape of the extension. Think about how they will look from the garden, the street and the rest of the property.
Getting the proportions right can help the extension feel like a natural part of the building rather than an addition that has simply been attached.
Choose Your Colour and Finish
The colour of your windows can have a big impact on the overall appearance of an extension.
You could choose a colour that matches the existing windows and doors or select a contrasting finish to give the extension a more distinctive look. With different RAL colours available, there are plenty of options to consider.
It is worth thinking about the window colour alongside the doors, roof and other external finishes so everything works together.
Consider Bespoke Windows
Every extension is different, so standard window sizes and layouts may not always be the best solution.
Bespoke aluminium windows can be made to suit the dimensions and design of your project, giving you more flexibility when deciding on sizes, configurations, colours and finishes.
At 23 Doors, aluminium windows are made to order to suit individual project requirements. If you’re planning an extension and need windows designed around your space, speak to the team to discuss your requirements.
