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My Houzz: Full-Tilt Reinvention for a 1950s Ranch Contemporary Deck, Vancouver

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October 13, 2013

mjthor wrote:

Who is the source/manufacturer of the accordion folding windows? - Would like to know where to purchase the accordion folding windows.

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jamieorm

Indoor outdoor fireplace

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loribertino

Love this. What is the countertop? it is ok to be outside?

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January 10, 2014

Lakevue Renovations wrote:

Who manufactures that window? its great

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nuttigans

3' x 6' roughly 3k

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Kacie Woody

Just ordered a near exact replica of this nanawall. Cost is around 5k.

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September 17, 2014

cjsr wrote:

Manufacturer - deck material - color??? Thank you!

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Your Home Design, Inc

Good morning! Can you tell me the manufacturer of the window? Love it!

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Your Home Design, Inc

Sorry....just saw it below!

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April 11, 2015

ymetcalfe wrote:

My beautiful home - Is this a corian counter inside and out

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ymetcalfe

It's siltstone

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Pamela Mcgarry

has there been any discoloration on the milestone. I didnt think it was good for outside because the polymers in the quartz go yellowish if it by sun???? trying to work out what to put in our new build in Bend...Love your design work

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November 11, 2014

E Wied wrote:

custom window - who makes the custom window? love this design.

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Legacy

Google nana wall.

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Allie

I was quoted twice as much from Kolbe vs. La Cantina.

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February 1, 2014

babbity wrote:

How much would these folding windows cost?

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jigneshsuthar

main jali

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suz04079

I am also looking for the price of folding windows for a sunroom.

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January 2, 2014

kjokken2014 wrote:

I'd love any details on the barstools. Thanks!

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Heather Merenda

@kjokken2014 the stools were sourced through Flüff Designs in Vancouver

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California Fence Company

Loved the sleek accordian windows. Loved the clean look of the countertop and the seating arrangement looks pretty comfortable. Everybody is connected. The outside looking in and the inside looking out.

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October 28, 2013

mptringale wrote:

What is the contertop made of?

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Heather Merenda

@mptringale counter surface is Silestone - colour concrete

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Diana Miglioretti

I thought Silestone was not warrantied for outside use. Are you concerned about cracking, etc.?

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February 6, 2017

J.P. Melman wrote:

Window - Hello - Is it possible to find out who manufactured the window in this image? Thanks, James

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Heather Merenda

Hi, James; the folding windows are by NanaWall

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May 6, 2016

Gary wrote:

Nice Window - Where can I get info and purchase one of these?

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Matt Devitt

I believe it's a Nanawall system

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August 5, 2015

Brandi Rea wrote:

mosquitoes - how do you keep mosquitoes out? do you not have them where this is?

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hallmank11

pest control

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March 12, 2015

kennywells wrote:

Never in Canada. - Unless you do this illegally. And want to suffer the consequences for this action. Ha ha ha

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Why do you say that, Kenny? We've used a very tiny bi-fold door as a passthrough before and it works perfectly!

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December 29, 2013

Mitch Baker wrote:

Does the countertop go right through or is it two sepearate pieces?

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Patti

It's two separate pieces but looks like its continuous.

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October 18, 2013

mrodenbeck wrote:

What countertop is this? - I like the white look.

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Heather Merenda

@mrodenbeck the counter surface is Silestone - colour concrete

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July 7, 2017

Pamela wrote:

Outside Bar - What are the length and depth of the outside bar?

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May 16, 2017

scampaigne wrote:

Bay window opening - Can the Nanwall door system work in a bay window opening?

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July 11, 2016

maatreed wrote:

Where did you buy your window? - Where did you buy your window?

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March 28, 2016

eric gorham wrote:

Where can i fine someone to quote me a price on installing it.

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March 23, 2016

jjdorazio wrote:

Opening dimensions - Could you tell me the dimensions of the opening?

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May 17, 2015

maggiemae1573 wrote:

How to reinstall a window - We need to replace aThermal guard window. Who should we call??

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April 24, 2015

marredondo_1234 wrote:

Quartz - Hopefully not quartz countertop. Not rated for UV rays outdoors.

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March 28, 2015

Bradley Brockschmidt wrote:

windows - wonderful idea for the winfow, but how does it keep the nasty weather out... mainly the cold winds up here in ohio

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March 27, 2015

chris8484 wrote:

VALVE - Excellent hose bib. I particularly like the oversized rubber handle. it's it made by Legend Valve?

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July 10, 2014

judykarim wrote:

small bathrooms - i have a very small area tat i want converted to a bathroom

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October 15, 2013

fangbong wrote:

Need a notice board - What are good ideas for a pretty notice board?

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What Houzz contributors are saying:

Heather Merenda added this to My Houzz: Full-Tilt Reinvention for a 1950s Ranch

AFTER: Folding windows by NanaWall connect the indoor and outdoor entertaining areas. "Hands down, our favorite feature of the house is the view and our connection to the outdoor spaces," says Houston. "We installed walls and windows that can be totally opened up in the summer. It really suits our lifestyle."

Marianne Lipanovich added this to An Indoor-Outdoor Serving Bar Opens the Possibilities

This simple and practical bar, set just below the window track and even with the indoor counter, is the perfect match for a 1950s ranch house. The equally simple stools that are paired with the counter are sturdy and practical, yet small enough to tuck underneath.

Laura Gaskill added this to Personal Spaces: 10 Cool Updated Ranch Houses

Indoor-Outdoor Flow in VancouverWho lives here: Patti Houston, Rick Williams and their youngest daughter, Jordan (age 21) Location: North VancouverWhen Patti Houston and Rick Williams set out to completely renovate their 1954 ranch-style house in North Vancouver, they started with the kitchen. “We removed all the walls between the kitchen, dining and living areas to create a totally open space,” says Houston. “I love to cook, and that’s where we all hang out.” A bank of folding windows by NanaWall behind the sink connects to an exterior counter with stools, making it the perfect spot for entertaining and relaxing.See the rest of this home

Joanna Tovia added this to Kitchen Pass-Throughs Make Outdoor Dining a Breeze

Naughtin advises ensuring that the window is wide enough to accommodate the number of stools you need with room to spare. Allow 28 to 30 inches of space per person (including the stool or chair) to prevent elbow clashes and to make it easy to get in and out of the seats.

Jess McBride added this to Would You Like That Mai Tai Inside or Out?

1. For an indoor-outdoor bar like this one in Vancouver, Canada, you’ll need a sliding track for opening and closing your windows (though shutters can also do the trick). You’ll want the bartop to extend at least 12 to 13 inches to accommodate plates if you plan to eat here, though many consider 15 inches the minimum preferred depth.

What Houzzers are commenting on:

Bethany Miner added this to Kolton approved ideas
June 4, 2026

Pass through from kitchen to deck maybe

Bimal Patel added this to Georgia Inspiration
January 7, 2026

Would be nice to have this against the kitchen to use as a bar next to balcony with view from PH unit.

lmacarthur added this to 2025 MV Reno ideas
October 21, 2025

Sliding windows with service counter.....very cool

Dave Taylor added this to Kitchen
July 4, 2025

peninsula shelf and cookbooks - https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17cTjaEHrR/

jkspielberg added this to 2025 - 850 W Mahogany
May 7, 2025

Passthrough with seating concept

Deanna added this to Augusta
March 21, 2025

Always wanted a pass through from kitchen to patio

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