Search results for "Windows operating" in Home Design Ideas

Photo credit: Scott McDonald @ Hedrich Blessing
7RR-Ecohome:
The design objective was to build a house for a couple recently married who both had kids from previous marriages. How to bridge two families together?
The design looks forward in terms of how people live today. The home is an experiment in transparency and solid form; removing borders and edges from outside to inside the house, and to really depict “flowing and endless space”. The house floor plan is derived by pushing and pulling the house’s form to maximize the backyard and minimize the public front yard while welcoming the sun in key rooms by rotating the house 45-degrees to true north. The angular form of the house is a result of the family’s program, the zoning rules, the lot’s attributes, and the sun’s path. We wanted to construct a house that is smart and efficient in terms of construction and energy, both in terms of the building and the user. We could tell a story of how the house is built in terms of the constructability, structure and enclosure, with a nod to Japanese wood construction in the method in which the siding is installed and the exposed interior beams are placed in the double height space. We engineered the house to be smart which not only looks modern but acts modern; every aspect of user control is simplified to a digital touch button, whether lights, shades, blinds, HVAC, communication, audio, video, or security. We developed a planning module based on a 6-foot square room size and a 6-foot wide connector called an interstitial space for hallways, bathrooms, stairs and mechanical, which keeps the rooms pure and uncluttered. The house is 6,200 SF of livable space, plus garage and basement gallery for a total of 9,200 SF. A large formal foyer celebrates the entry and opens up to the living, dining, kitchen and family rooms all focused on the rear garden. The east side of the second floor is the Master wing and a center bridge connects it to the kid’s wing on the west. Second floor terraces and sunscreens provide views and shade in this suburban setting. The playful mathematical grid of the house in the x, y and z axis also extends into the layout of the trees and hard-scapes, all centered on a suburban one-acre lot.
Many green attributes were designed into the home; Ipe wood sunscreens and window shades block out unwanted solar gain in summer, but allow winter sun in. Patio door and operable windows provide ample opportunity for natural ventilation throughout the open floor plan. Minimal windows on east and west sides to reduce heat loss in winter and unwanted gains in summer. Open floor plan and large window expanse reduces lighting demands and maximizes available daylight. Skylights provide natural light to the basement rooms. Durable, low-maintenance exterior materials include stone, ipe wood siding and decking, and concrete roof pavers. Design is based on a 2' planning grid to minimize construction waste. Basement foundation walls and slab are highly insulated. FSC-certified walnut wood flooring was used. Light colored concrete roof pavers to reduce cooling loads by as much as 15%. 2x6 framing allows for more insulation and energy savings. Super efficient windows have low-E argon gas filled units, and thermally insulated aluminum frames. Permeable brick and stone pavers reduce the site’s storm-water runoff. Countertops use recycled composite materials. Energy-Star rated furnaces and smart thermostats are located throughout the house to minimize duct runs and avoid energy loss. Energy-Star rated boiler that heats up both radiant floors and domestic hot water. Low-flow toilets and plumbing fixtures are used to conserve water usage. No VOC finish options and direct venting fireplaces maintain a high interior air quality. Smart home system controls lighting, HVAC, and shades to better manage energy use. Plumbing runs through interior walls reducing possibilities of heat loss and freezing problems. A large food pantry was placed next to kitchen to reduce trips to the grocery store. Home office reduces need for automobile transit and associated CO2 footprint. Plan allows for aging in place, with guest suite than can become the master suite, with no need to move as family members mature.

15' tall planked ceilings with ceiling mounted gas fixtures. French doors with transoms and operable shutters.
Mid-sized elegant concrete paver front porch photo in Houston with a roof extension
Mid-sized elegant concrete paver front porch photo in Houston with a roof extension

The home is able to achieve passive house standards and take full advantage of the views with the use of Glo’s A7 triple pane windows and doors. The PHIUS (Passive House Institute US) certified series boasts triple pane glazing, a larger thermal break, high-performance spacers, and multiple air-seals. The large picture windows frame the landscape while maintaining comfortable interior temperatures year-round. The strategically placed operable windows throughout the residence offer cross-ventilation and a visual connection to the sweeping views of Utah. The modern hardware and color selection of the windows are not only aesthetically exceptional, but remain true to the mid-century modern design.
Find the right local pro for your project

Hunter Douglas Casual Living Window Treatments
Hunter Douglas Silhouette® Window Shadings with A Deux System
Operating Systems: A Deux System, LiteRise
Room: Bedroom
Room Styles: Contemporary, Casual
Hunter Douglas Silhouette® Window Shadings
Featuring the Signature S-Vane™, Hunter Douglas Silhouette® Window Shadings are available with the new A Deux System OR an advanced version of our cordless LiteRise® system that now allow the vanes to be manually operated. This eliminates the need for operating cords of any kind, rendering Silhouette with LiteRise the ultimate choice for child and pet safety.
Material: Fabric
Vane Size:
2", 3" or 4"
Sizes Available:
Width: 6" to 144"
Height: 12" to 168"
Material/Color Options:
240 Combinations
Available from Accent Window Fashions LLC (715) 355-0772
Hunter Douglas Showcase Priority Dealer
Hunter Douglas Certified Installer
Hunter Douglas Certified Professional Dealer
#Hunter_Douglas #Silhouette #A_Deux_System #LiteRise #Bedroom #Contemporary #Casual #Window_Shadings #Window_Treatments #HunterDouglas #Accent_Window_Fashions
Copyright 2001-2014 Hunter Douglas, Inc. All rights reserved.

The design for this home in Palo Alto looked to create a union between the interior and exterior, blending the spaces in such a way as to allow residents to move seamlessly between the two environments. Expansive glazing was used throughout the home to complement this union, looking out onto a swimming pool centrally located within the courtyard.
Within the living room, a large operable skylight brings in plentiful sunlight, while utilizing self tinting glass that adjusts to various lighting conditions throughout the day to ensure optimal comfort.
For the exterior, a living wall was added to the garage that continues into the backyard. Extensive landscaping and a gabion wall was also created to provide privacy and contribute to the sense of the home as a tranquil oasis.

From KUBE Architecture:
"They [owners] wanted a house of openness and light, where their children could be free to explore and play independently, still within view of their parents. The solution was to create a courtyard house, with large sliding glass doors to bring the inside out and outside in."
Greg Powers Photography
Contractor: Housecraft

Architect: Michelle Penn, AIA This barn home is modeled after an existing Nebraska barn in Lancaster County. Heating is by passive solar design, supplemented by a geothermal radiant floor system. Cooling will rely on a whole house fan and a passive air flow system. The passive system is created with the cupola, windows, transoms and passive venting for cooling, rather than a forced air system. Here you can see the inside of the cupola. The ladder leads down to the access platform below that you can see in another picture. The silver piece on the wall is actually a fold-down seat. From there you can sit and birdwatch! The silver backing is to reflect daylight down to the lowest level. All the windows are operable to create a chimney effect. They are part of the passive cooling system of the home. The paint is Devoe Industrial Enamel White High Gloss DevGuard 4308-0100.
Photo Credits: Jackson Studios

Sponsored
Columbus, OH
Hope Restoration & General Contracting
Columbus Design-Build, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Historic Renovations

HUNTER DOUGLAS DESIGNER ROLLER SHADES
Designer fabrics keep harmful UV rays at bay
Hunter Douglas Designer Roller Shades combine the ease and simplicity of a roller shade with hundreds of fabric choices—sheers to opaques, and floral patterns to traditional solid colors.
Headrail Option UPGRADE YOUR LOOK
Choose to upgrade to a variety of top treatments that conceal the fabric roll and clutch for a clean, attractive look. Complement or match your shade with a separate fabric for the top.
Bottom Treatment DESIGN FLEXIBILITY
Create a finished look with a wide choice of bottom treatment options.
UV Protection SUNSCREEN FOR YOUR VALUABLES
Protect your furniture, flooring and artwork from fading with at least 75% protection from harmful UV rays.
Platinum™ Technology CONTROL FROM YOUR PHONE OR TABLET
Controlling your window treatments with a mobile device means you can set your blinds to movie mode, work mode, or 8 a.m. mode with the touch of a button, without leaving your seat. It’s effortless, fun and smart—with perfectly smooth operation.
Lifetime Guarantee FOR LIFE
Hunter Douglas products are designed and custom-assembled in the U.S. with the highest level of quality. But just in case, every window treatment from Hunter Douglas is covered by our lifetime limited guarantee. Read the Hunter Douglas Warranty to learn more.
Hunter Douglas Designer Roller Shades PowerRise® 2.1 with Platinum™ Technology
Designer Roller Shades
Fabric/Material: Terra Falls
Color: Mineral Grey
Hunter Douglas | Designer Roller Shades
Designer Roller Shades
Fabric/Material Fiji BlackoutColor Balina Sands
Operating Systems: PowerRise 2.1 with Platinum Technology
Room: Den
Room Styles: Casual, Contemporary
Available from Accent Window Fashions LLC
Hunter Douglas Showcase Priority Dealer
Hunter Douglas Certified Installer
Hunter Douglas Certified Professional Dealer
#Hunter_Douglas #Roller_Shades #PowerRise #Platinum #Technology #Den #Den_Ideas #Casual #Contemporary #Window_Treatments #HunterDouglas #Accent_Window_Fashions
Copyright 2001-2014 Hunter Douglas, Inc. All rights reserved.

Photo credit: Scott McDonald @ Hedrich Blessing
7RR-Ecohome:
The design objective was to build a house for a couple recently married who both had kids from previous marriages. How to bridge two families together?
The design looks forward in terms of how people live today. The home is an experiment in transparency and solid form; removing borders and edges from outside to inside the house, and to really depict “flowing and endless space”. The house floor plan is derived by pushing and pulling the house’s form to maximize the backyard and minimize the public front yard while welcoming the sun in key rooms by rotating the house 45-degrees to true north. The angular form of the house is a result of the family’s program, the zoning rules, the lot’s attributes, and the sun’s path. We wanted to construct a house that is smart and efficient in terms of construction and energy, both in terms of the building and the user. We could tell a story of how the house is built in terms of the constructability, structure and enclosure, with a nod to Japanese wood construction in the method in which the siding is installed and the exposed interior beams are placed in the double height space. We engineered the house to be smart which not only looks modern but acts modern; every aspect of user control is simplified to a digital touch button, whether lights, shades, blinds, HVAC, communication, audio, video, or security. We developed a planning module based on a 6-foot square room size and a 6-foot wide connector called an interstitial space for hallways, bathrooms, stairs and mechanical, which keeps the rooms pure and uncluttered. The house is 6,200 SF of livable space, plus garage and basement gallery for a total of 9,200 SF. A large formal foyer celebrates the entry and opens up to the living, dining, kitchen and family rooms all focused on the rear garden. The east side of the second floor is the Master wing and a center bridge connects it to the kid’s wing on the west. Second floor terraces and sunscreens provide views and shade in this suburban setting. The playful mathematical grid of the house in the x, y and z axis also extends into the layout of the trees and hard-scapes, all centered on a suburban one-acre lot.
Many green attributes were designed into the home; Ipe wood sunscreens and window shades block out unwanted solar gain in summer, but allow winter sun in. Patio door and operable windows provide ample opportunity for natural ventilation throughout the open floor plan. Minimal windows on east and west sides to reduce heat loss in winter and unwanted gains in summer. Open floor plan and large window expanse reduces lighting demands and maximizes available daylight. Skylights provide natural light to the basement rooms. Durable, low-maintenance exterior materials include stone, ipe wood siding and decking, and concrete roof pavers. Design is based on a 2' planning grid to minimize construction waste. Basement foundation walls and slab are highly insulated. FSC-certified walnut wood flooring was used. Light colored concrete roof pavers to reduce cooling loads by as much as 15%. 2x6 framing allows for more insulation and energy savings. Super efficient windows have low-E argon gas filled units, and thermally insulated aluminum frames. Permeable brick and stone pavers reduce the site’s storm-water runoff. Countertops use recycled composite materials. Energy-Star rated furnaces and smart thermostats are located throughout the house to minimize duct runs and avoid energy loss. Energy-Star rated boiler that heats up both radiant floors and domestic hot water. Low-flow toilets and plumbing fixtures are used to conserve water usage. No VOC finish options and direct venting fireplaces maintain a high interior air quality. Smart home system controls lighting, HVAC, and shades to better manage energy use. Plumbing runs through interior walls reducing possibilities of heat loss and freezing problems. A large food pantry was placed next to kitchen to reduce trips to the grocery store. Home office reduces need for automobile transit and associated CO2 footprint. Plan allows for aging in place, with guest suite than can become the master suite, with no need to move as family members mature.

HUNTER DOUGLAS VIGNETTE®
The Modern Roman Shade
Vignette® Modern Roman Shades feature consistent folds and no exposed rear cords, keeping windows uncluttered. Choose from different fold styles and sizes, and a horizontal or vertical orientation.
Traditional™ Fold SOFT YET MODERN
A 4-inch contoured fold for that traditional, yet modern, look at the window.
Tailored™ Fold CRISP AND SOPHISTICATED
A 6-inch flat fold that is nicely pressed for a defined finish.
Architella® COOL IN THE SUMMER, WARM IN THE WINTER
Our most energy-efficient version of the classic Vignette design – these shades trap air, creating an extra layer of insulation to keep your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.
Tiered™ STACKED SOFTNESS
This option allows shades to stack up, down or anywhere in between.
Traversed with Vertiglide™ FOR LARGE WINDOWS AND SLIDING DOORS
Vertiglide offers an exceptional solution for large expanses of windows and sliding glass doors.
REDUCE OUTSIDE NOISE
Improve your room’s acoustics while reducing the intensity of outside sound. It starts at the windows. Simple. The degree of sound control will depend on the fabric you choose, so if this is an important feature to you, be sure to discuss it with your sales expert.
UV Protection SUNSCREEN FOR YOUR VALUABLES
Protect your furniture, flooring and artwork from fading with at least 75% protection from harmful UV rays.
Top-Down/Bottom-Up PRIVACY WITH A VIEW
A more versatile approach to light control. Open from the top, from the bottom, or find somewhere in-between–for the perfect balance of privacy and light.
Platinum™ Technology CONTROL FROM YOUR PHONE OR TABLET
Controlling your window treatments with a mobile device means you can set your blinds to movie mode, work mode, or 8 a.m. mode with the touch of a button, without leaving your seat. It’s effortless, fun and smart—with perfectly smooth operation.
Accents by the Yard™ FABRICS FOR YOUR ROOM DECOR
Fabrics are available by the yard, so you can create decorative accents for any room with matching fabric.
Lifetime Guarantee FOR LIFE
Hunter Douglas products are designed and custom-assembled in the U.S. with the highest level of quality. But just in case, every window treatment from Hunter Douglas is covered by our lifetime limited guarantee. Read the Hunter Douglas Warranty to learn more.
Hunter Douglas Vignette® Traditional™ Modern Roman Shades
Vignette®
Fabric/Material:Sheer Linen
Color: White Dawn
Hunter Douglas Vignette® Traditional™ Modern Roman Shades
Room: Other
Room Styles: Contemporary
Available from Accent Window Fashions LLC
Hunter Douglas Showcase Priority Dealer
Hunter Douglas Certified Installer
Hunter Douglas Certified Professional Dealer
#Hunter_Douglas #Vignette #Traditional #Modern #Roman_Shades #Hunter_Douglas_Entryway_Ideas #Hunter_Douglas_Hallway_Ideas #Contemporary #Window_Treatments #HunterDouglas #Accent_Window_Fashions
Copyright 2001-2014 Hunter Douglas, Inc. All rights reserved.

Hunter Douglas Eclectic Window Treatments and Draperies
Hunter Douglas Vignette® Tiered™ Modern Roman Shades PowerRise® 2.1 with Platinum™ Technology
Hunter Douglas Vignette® Tiered™ Modern Roman Shades with PowerRise 2.1 Platinum Technology and Top-Down/Bottom-Up
Fabric: Newport Linen
Color: Cape Cod
Operating Systems: PowerRise 2.1 with Platinum Technology
Room: Bathroom
Room Styles: Eclectic
Available from Accent Window Fashions LLC
Hunter Douglas Showcase Priority Dealer
Hunter Douglas Certified Installer
Hunter Douglas Certified Professional Dealer
#Hunter_Douglas #Vignette #Tiered #Modern #Roman_Shades #PowerRise #Platinum #Technology #Bathroom #Eclectic #Window_Fashions #Window_Shadings #Window_Treatments #HunterDouglas #Accent_Window_Fashions
Copyright 2001-2013 Hunter Douglas, Inc. All rights reserved.

Hunter Douglas Vertical Blinds and Gliding Window Panels for large windows array, sliding glass doors or french doors. Skyline window panels are wide panel track blinds / sliding panels that move smootly across the wide window array or can be used as a room divider. Hunter Douglas Cadence Soft Vertical Blinds look like soft drapery folds. Somner custom Vertical Blinds have the largest selection of colors, textures, styles, patterns, including vertical aluminum blinds. Vertical Solutions are affordable Hunter Douglas blinds that are available as fabric blinds or vinyl blinds. Crosswinds Wood Vertical Blinds are vertical hardwood blinds and can be combined with horizontal wood blinds for a coordinated design for any room that has windows and a sliding glass door. Remote control motorized vertical blinds available. Electric or battery operated.
Windows Dressed Up in Denver is also is your store for custom blinds, shutters, shades, curtains, drapes, valances, custom roman shades, valances and cornices. We also make custom bedding - comforters, duvet covers, throw pillows, bolsters and upholstered headboards. Custom curtain rods & drapery hardware too. Home decorators dream store! Hunter Douglas, Graber and Lafayette.
Hunter Douglas Skyline Window Panels photo.

Inspiration for a coastal built-in desk light wood floor home office library remodel in Minneapolis with blue walls, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace

Sponsored
Westerville, OH
Custom Home Works
Franklin County's Award-Winning Design, Build and Remodeling Expert

Tilt Turn windows and doors can be combined in numerous configurations with casement, awning, and fixed windows as they utilize the same profile system. The seamless integration of windows provides a uniform appearance and customization beyond compare.
Tilt turn windows are a very unique and functional European window, applicable in endless applications. These windows are quickly gaining popularity in the United States. These windows have been manufactured for almost a hundred years, starting out in Europe in the early 1900′s. The beauty of a tilt turn window is its dual action. The window will open like a casement window and will tilt in at the top. Each window is customized to your exact specifications. Tilt turn doors are also available; the window is capable of being manufactured to fit large openings.
Glancing at the window, one cannot tell that the window has two functions. The window will swing inward when opened like a casement, with a screen on the window’s exterior. The window can then be hinged at the bottom and open inward at the top. Both actions are activated by the turn of a lever, which controls all the mechanics within the frame.
There are great benefits to these operations. Ample fresh air can pass into the room when opened like a casement. When the window is open at the top, it functions as a safety precaution. Small children cannot climb up the window and fall through it as in a traditional double hung window. The same function prevents intruders from entering a room. There is simply no way to climb up the window and fit through the small opening; but ventilation is still possible.
A tilt and turn window can be used in both residential and commercial applications. The window can be utilized in almost any room within a residential home. A home’s exterior is a great place for the windows as are sunrooms and pool enclosures. Commercial applications include restaurants, office buildings, and high rise apartments. A condominium on the thirtieth floor cannot typically be cleaned, except by a professional cleaning service; tilt turn windows open inward and allow for complete cleaning of the window units with out calling costly professionals.
Modern PVC windows are suitable for many types of buildings. Weather it's a historic building, detached private residence, office building or a multi-family house, stylish window profiles can achieve consistency of design between the building's exterior and interior walls.
PVC profile is made from UV stabilized materials protecting windows from solar expositon and discoloration. This problem is often observed with standard vinyl windows. In addition, our profiles are reinforced with galvanized steel, which makes them exceptionally durable. This feature is important for large windows, which require greater strength and stability.
High thermal insulation of PVC material combined with multi chamber profile structure ensures the highest comfort of living. In fact uPVC windows have the highest energy rating in the US outperforming all brands of wooden windows. Double or triple pane glass have the added benefit of being extremely effective in deadening sound. It makes PVC windows the best choice for buildings or homes located close to railroads or noisy roads
Browse and Shop Our Online Site : www.shop.libertywindoors.com
For More Infomation About Tilt Turn Windows and Doors and Custom Order Options Visit : www.libertywindoors.com
Warehouse Location :
127 Squankum Yellowbrook Road
Farmingdale , NJ , 07727
TEL: (973) 773-2188
EMAIL: infonj@libertywindoors.com
Hours Of Operation :
Monday - Friday : 10:00am-5:00pm
Saturday : Closed
Sunday : Closed

Tilt Turn windows and doors can be combined in numerous configurations with casement, awning, and fixed windows as they utilize the same profile system. The seamless integration of windows provides a uniform appearance and customization beyond compare.
Tilt turn windows are a very unique and functional European window, applicable in endless applications. These windows are quickly gaining popularity in the United States. These windows have been manufactured for almost a hundred years, starting out in Europe in the early 1900′s. The beauty of a tilt turn window is its dual action. The window will open like a casement window and will tilt in at the top. Each window is customized to your exact specifications. Tilt turn doors are also available; the window is capable of being manufactured to fit large openings.
Glancing at the window, one cannot tell that the window has two functions. The window will swing inward when opened like a casement, with a screen on the window’s exterior. The window can then be hinged at the bottom and open inward at the top. Both actions are activated by the turn of a lever, which controls all the mechanics within the frame.
There are great benefits to these operations. Ample fresh air can pass into the room when opened like a casement. When the window is open at the top, it functions as a safety precaution. Small children cannot climb up the window and fall through it as in a traditional double hung window. The same function prevents intruders from entering a room. There is simply no way to climb up the window and fit through the small opening; but ventilation is still possible.
A tilt and turn window can be used in both residential and commercial applications. The window can be utilized in almost any room within a residential home. A home’s exterior is a great place for the windows as are sunrooms and pool enclosures. Commercial applications include restaurants, office buildings, and high rise apartments. A condominium on the thirtieth floor cannot typically be cleaned, except by a professional cleaning service; tilt turn windows open inward and allow for complete cleaning of the window units with out calling costly professionals.
Modern PVC windows are suitable for many types of buildings. Weather it's a historic building, detached private residence, office building or a multi-family house, stylish window profiles can achieve consistency of design between the building's exterior and interior walls.
PVC profile is made from UV stabilized materials protecting windows from solar expositon and discoloration. This problem is often observed with standard vinyl windows. In addition, our profiles are reinforced with galvanized steel, which makes them exceptionally durable. This feature is important for large windows, which require greater strength and stability.
High thermal insulation of PVC material combined with multi chamber profile structure ensures the highest comfort of living. In fact uPVC windows have the highest energy rating in the US outperforming all brands of wooden windows. Double or triple pane glass have the added benefit of being extremely effective in deadening sound. It makes PVC windows the best choice for buildings or homes located close to railroads or noisy roads
Browse and Shop Our Online Site : www.shop.libertywindoors.com
For More Infomation About Tilt Turn Windows and Doors and Custom Order Options Visit : www.libertywindoors.com
Warehouse Location :
127 Squankum Yellowbrook Road
Farmingdale , NJ , 07727
TEL: (973) 773-2188
EMAIL: infonj@libertywindoors.com
Hours Of Operation :
Monday - Friday : 10:00am-5:00pm
Saturday : Closed
Sunday : Closed

Hunter Douglas Formal Style Window Treatments and Draperies
Hunter Douglas Duette® Architella® Honeycomb Shades PowerRise® 2.1 with Platinum™ Technology
Operating Systems: PowerRise 2.1 with Platinum Technology or Specialty Shapes
Room: Bedroom
Room Styles: Formal
Available from Accent Window Fashions LLC
Hunter Douglas Showcase Priority Dealer
Hunter Douglas Certified Installer
Hunter Douglas Certified Professional Dealer
#Hunter_Douglas #Duette #Architella #Honeycomb_Shades #PowerRise #Platinum #Technology #Specialty_Shapes #Bedroom #Bedroom_Ideas #Formal #Window_Treatments #HunterDouglas #Accent_Window_Fashions
Copyright 2001-2014 Hunter Douglas, Inc. All rights reserved.

Energy Efficient Replacement Windows for your Denver area home!
Purchasing replacement windows is a significant investment. At Pinnacle, we offer a huge selection of vinyl windows, wood windows and fiberglass composite windows from some of America’s top manufacturers.
We believe in educating and informing our customers about the different window options available. There are many frame type and window operation choices, colors and glass types for a homeowner to choose from, and we are here to guide you through the process.

Sponsored
Sunbury, OH
J.Holderby - Renovations
Franklin County's Leading General Contractors - 2X Best of Houzz!

Hunter Douglas Casual Living Window Treatments
Hunter Douglas Silhouette® Window Shadings with A Deux System
Operating Systems: A Deux System, LiteRise
Room: Bedroom
Room Styles: Contemporary, Casual
Hunter Douglas Silhouette® Window Shadings
Featuring the Signature S-Vane™, Hunter Douglas Silhouette® Window Shadings are available with the new A Deux System OR an advanced version of our cordless LiteRise® system that now allow the vanes to be manually operated. This eliminates the need for operating cords of any kind, rendering Silhouette with LiteRise the ultimate choice for child and pet safety.
Material: Fabric
Vane Size:
2", 3" or 4"
Sizes Available:
Width: 6" to 144"
Height: 12" to 168"
Material/Color Options:
240 Combinations
Available from Accent Window Fashions LLC (715) 355-0772
Hunter Douglas Showcase Priority Dealer
Hunter Douglas Certified Installer
Hunter Douglas Certified Professional Dealer
#Hunter_Douglas #Silhouette #A_Deux_System #LiteRise #Bedroom #Contemporary #Casual #Window_Shadings #Window_Treatments #HunterDouglas #Accent_Window_Fashions
Copyright 2001-2014 Hunter Douglas, Inc. All rights reserved.

This LEED Platinum certified house reflects the homeowner's desire for an exceptionally healthy and comfortable living environment, within a traditional neighborhood.
INFILL SITE. The family, who moved from another area of Wellesley, sought out this property to be within walking distance of the high school and downtown area. An existing structure on the tight lot was removed to make way for the new home. 84% of the construction waste, from both the previous structure and the new home, was diverted from a landfill. ZED designed to preserve the existing mature trees on the perimeter of the property to minimize site impacts, and to maintain the character of the neighborhood as well as privacy on the site.
EXTERIOR EXPRESSION. The street facade of the home relates to the local New England vernacular. The rear uses contemporary language, a nod to the family’s Californian roots, to incorporate a roof deck, solar panels, outdoor living space, and the backyard swimming pool. ZED’s careful planning avoided to the need to face the garage doors towards the street, a common syndrome of a narrow lot.
THOUGHTFUL SPACE. Homes with dual entries can often result in duplicate and unused spaces. In this home, the everyday and formal entry areas are one and the same; the front and garage doors share the entry program of coat closets, mudroom storage with bench for removing your shoes, and a laundry room with generous closets for the children's sporting equipment. The entry area leads directly to the living space, encompassing the kitchen, dining and sitting area areas in an L-shaped open plan arrangement. The kitchen is placed at the south-west corner of the space to allow for a strong connection to the dining, sitting and outdoor living spaces. A fire pit on the deck satisfies the family’s desire for an open flame while a sealed gas fireplace is used indoors - ZED’s preference after omitting gas burning appliances completely from an airtight home. A small study, with a window seat, is conveniently located just off of the living space. A first floor guest bedroom includes an accessible bathroom for aging visitors and can be used as a master suite to accommodate aging in place.
HEALTHY LIVING. The client requested a home that was easy to clean and would provide a respite from seasonal allergies and common contaminants that are found in many indoor spaces. ZED selected easy to clean solid surface flooring throughout, provided ample space for cleaning supplies on each floor, and designed a mechanical system with ventilation that provides a constant supply of fresh outdoor air. ZED selected durable materials, finishes, cabinetry, and casework with low or no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and no added urea formaldehyde.
YEAR-ROUND COMFORT. The home is super insulated and air-tight, paired with high performance triple-paned windows, to ensure it is draft-free throughout the winter (even when in front of the large windows and doors). ZED designed a right-sized heating and cooling system to pair with the thermally improved building enclosure to ensure year-round comfort. The glazing on the home maximizes passive solar gains, and facilitates cross ventilation and daylighting.
ENERGY EFFICIENT. As one of the most energy efficient houses built to date in Wellesley, the home highlights a practical solution for Massachusetts. First, the building enclosure reduces the largest energy requirement for typical houses (heating). Super-insulation, exceptional air sealing, a thermally broken wall assembly, triple pane windows, and passive solar gain combine for a sizable heating load reduction. Second, within the house only efficient systems consume energy. These include an air source heat pump for heating & cooling, a heat pump hot water heater, LED lighting, energy recovery ventilation, and high efficiency appliances. Lastly, photovoltaics provide renewable energy help offset energy consumption. The result is an 89% reduction in energy use compared to a similar brand new home built to code requirements.
RESILIENT. The home will fare well in extreme weather events. During a winter power outage, heat loss will be very slow due to the super-insulated and airtight envelope– taking multiple days to drop to 60 degrees even with no heat source. An engineered drainage system, paired with careful the detailing of the foundation, will help to keep the finished basement dry. A generator will provide full operation of the all-electric house during a power outage.
OVERALL. The home is a reflection of the family goals and an expression of their values, beautifully enabling health, comfort, safety, resilience, and utility, all while respecting the planet.
ZED - Architect & Mechanical Designer
Bevilacqua Builders Inc - Contractor
Creative Land & Water Engineering - Civil Engineering
Barbara Peterson Landscape - Landscape Design
Nest & Company - Interior Furnishings
Eric Roth Photography - Photography

Lafayette Genesis vertical blinds and gliding window panels for large windows array, sliding glass doors or french doors. Living room ideas - Window panels are wide panel track blinds / sliding panels that move smootly across the wide window array or can be used as a room divider. Fabric can be chosen for solar blinds too. Remote control motorized vertical blinds available. Electric or battery operated.
Windows Dressed Up in Denver is also is your store for custom blinds, shutters, shades, curtains, drapes, valances, custom roman shades, valances and cornices. We also make custom bedding - comforters, duvet covers, throw pillows, bolsters and upholstered headboards. Custom curtain rods & drapery hardware too. Home decorators dream store! Hunter Douglas, Graber and Lafayette.
Lafayette Genesis Living Room Window Panels photo.
15