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Really Big Windows

Kit Pollard November 10, 2009

I'm a design and food-obsessed freelance writer and market research analyst, and a stay-at-home mom.

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Say what you will about the Twilight movies, those vampires really know how to pick a great house. Specifically, a house that employs windows to their fullest advantage.

Since we're currently being hit over the head with all things Twilight, I've had windows on the brain. Really, really big windows. I've got them in my house, and I love them, even when it's boiling in my kitchen (which is an unfortunate, though only occasional, side effect of great windows and a sunny backyard).

It's not so hard to find pictures of great, big windows, either. Here are a few of my favorites:

Modern Hoke House (aka the Cullen House)

The Cullen House in Twilight (known as the Hoke House in real life) is a gorgeous example of the marriage of windows and wood in modern architecture.

Modern Living Room by ZeroEnergy Design

ZeroEnergy Design

I love the way these windows emphasize the roofline of the house, and how they extend the open floor plan all the way to the outside.

Traditional Bedroom by David Ludwig - Architect

David Ludwig - Architect

I like big windows in traditional spaces, too - they're a great feature of old houses.

Contemporary Living Room Contemporary Living Room

In many cases (like my house), big windows are left unadorned. But these pretty curtains are a great solution if that's not an option.

Modern Living Room | Silverlake Residence |

This space is so open to the outside,the walls might as well not exist.

Modern Family Room by Griffin Enright Architects

Griffin Enright Architects

This is one of my very favorite Houzz photos - I love the combination of books, fire, and the outdoors.

Traditional Kitchen by User

Bay windows are always fantastic.

Asian Family Room by User

And I especially love bay windows with window seats.

Traditional Exterior by Gibbons, Fortman & Associates, Ltd.

Gibbons, Fortman & Associates, Ltd.

These gorgeous windows emphasize the amazing verticality of this house.

Traditional Home Office by BBC Construction Inc.

BBC Construction Inc.

This simple little office might be depressing...if it weren't for those fantastic windows.

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Alyssa Barrera

Nice ideas i love the 1st one :)

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Tina Gleisner

Love the wall of glass with just the fireplace, as if you're sitting and reading outdoors.

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