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Building a Home Windows Design Dilemma

Windows- to Muntin or not?

5 years ago

Hi- trying to decide on windows for our beach house that has partial water views. Design wise we are going with black frame windows (similar to photo attached)...just can't decide if they should have muntin/ bars/ dividers or not? Love the look of this but not sure if it will disctract, block or otherwise take away from the view. Thoughts?

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houssaon
5 years ago
Depends on the style of the house, but I like the windows just the way they are in the inspiration photo. Clean lines.
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Windows on Washington Ltd
5 years ago
No way would you put grids on a house that is like that.
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
5 years ago
None IMO they always seem to be in that spot where your eye goes and with a view why not just leave them plain. BTW it would be good to see your house when you ask questions about it.Just look at the space where the door is open on the right and that will give you an idea of how nice a clear view will be.

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