Tag: windows
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Airport Terminal Features Custom Steel Windows and Doors
Preserving the “Santa Barbara airport experience” was official policy for the small Santa Barbara Municipal Airport when building the new 72,000 foot terminal building. The new terminal was designed to look old and in line with the predominant Spanish Colonial Revival architecture of the city. The design incorporates established style features—white stucco walls and red…
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Colorado Home Upgrades: Windows & Doors as Your MVP
Colorado homes live a tough life. Big day-to-night temperature swings, high elevation, strong UV, hail, and growing wildfire risk all put stress on your building envelope—especially windows and doors. If you’re planning repairs or replacements, here’s a plain-English guide to making smart, Colorado-specific choices that boost comfort, cut bills, and harden your home against local…
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Why You Should Renovate Your Home With Energy Efficient Windows
Home renovation is the best opportunity to enhance comfort, functionality, and value in the long run. Among the best methods of meeting these objectives is through the replacement of the energy consuming windows with energy conserving windows. This does not only modernize the appearance of a home but also cuts down the cost of energy…
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Designing Durable Windows and Doors for Commercial Use
In any commercial property, windows and doors do far more than frame a view or allow access. They play a central role in safety, protecting both people and assets from daily wear, weather, and potential break-ins. At the same time, they shape the overall look of the building, leaving a lasting impression on clients, tenants,…
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What is Approved Document K? How your windows, balcony and stairs must comply with these regulations
If you’ve ever stood at the top of a staircase or leaned over a balcony, then you’ve already encountered the sort of situations that Approved Document K, or Part K of the building regulations, is designed to address. Its purpose is to help reduce the risk of injury from falls, collisions and impacts – particularly…
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Are Your Building Systems Ready for Windows 11?
Windows 11 introduces new compatibility needs for systems that manage buildings. These include BMS workstations, access control servers, CCTV consoles, and digital signage players. Assessing readiness is critical before upgrading. Hardware limitations or unsupported software can lead to operational hiccups. Facilities teams should address several key areas to ensure a smooth transition. From confirming hardware…
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Hope’s Windows Launches SlightLine175 Series for Modern Design
Hope’s Windows, Inc., the nation’s leading name in custom hot-rolled steel and solid bronze window and door systems, is proud to announce the launch of its innovative SlightLine175 Series™. This new product line represents the pinnacle of modern architectural design, offering minimal sightlines that maximize glass area and daylight while maintaining the superior strength and…
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Pro Soundproof Windows vs DIY Window Soundproofing
Installing an added professionally engineered window behind the existing window can stop up to 95% of external noise while DIY techniques offer limited relief. Commercial contractors that work on remodeling projects for multi-unit buildings, offices, residential and other real estate have a profitable opportunity to professionally resolve noise intrusion problems because DIY projects are proving…
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Pro Soundproof Windows vs DIY Window Soundproofing
Installing an added professionally engineered window behind the existing window can stop up to 95% of external noise while DIY techniques offer limited relief. Commercial contractors that work on remodeling projects for multi-unit buildings, offices, residential and other real estate have a profitable opportunity to professionally resolve noise intrusion problems because DIY projects are proving…
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Modern Windows Revive 110-Year-Old Pennsylvania School
More than 110 years old, Steele Elementary School in Pennsylvania’s Harrisburg School District (HBGSD) has been revitalized and restored to its historic aesthetic, while expanding and improving its functionality for future decades. Reopened in September 2024, the three-story 68,800-square-foot school now serves approximately 400 prekindergarten through fifth grade students in the Uptown neighborhood. Historically appropriate, modern high-performance…