The Value & The Costs of
Floor-to-Ceiling Windows & Doors
The Value
Floor-to-ceiling windows and doors are valuable for their sleek,
modern appearances. These types of windows brighten spaces and
provide sweeping visuals of surrounding landscapes connecting
homeowners to their environment. Large windows enhance
indoor-outdoor connections and can still be energy efficient when
paired with proper overhangs, window treatments, and/or
passive solar shading systems.
Our custom modern homes are designed to enhance the lives of the
homeowners and their guests, therefore we often utilized
floor-to-ceiling windows in areas which connect the residents with
nature and natural views. This simple connection to the landscape is
proven to enhance people's general well being and can often
encourage outdoor gathering.
The Costs
Floor-to-ceiling windows and doors greatly affect the cost of a
project. The quality of glass, the source of the materials, and
installation fees can drive up window costs. However, there are also
other factors that are ultimately tied to the decision to choose
floor-to-ceiling windows and will likely increase building costs.
Oversized windows and doors are heavy, and need ample support.
Therefore, additional framing materials needed to ensure safe
installation will drive the overall price of the home upwards.
Additionally, to design the best homes using oversized windows, we
often design custom systems that are tailored to the homes’ specific
location and geographic regions. For example, homeowners located in
storm prone regions will have different state-required window
treatments than those in other regions. Additionally, certain
climates will benefit from shading overhangs that will keep direct
sunlight from overly warming the home and wasting energy.