When purchasing a country house, our clients first of all seek to merge with nature. And architects have a lot of tricks to achieve this. One of them is panoramic windows, which remove visual barriers between the interior space and the external environment, fill the rooms with light.
We have selected 10 projects with the most interesting panoramic solutions, among them there are simply floor-to-ceiling windows, corner glazing and even facade glazing. See for yourself!
The project of a two-story house ""
LK&1136 is a project of a cottage, made in a modern style, all the windows of the first floor are designed as panoramic ones - they start from the floor itself. Someone will find this solution impractical, especially if there is only one step per terrace level, but, firstly, depending on the climate, the buyers of this project can vary the height of the terrace level. Secondly, modern convectors, built into the wall or floor, allow you to provide the required level of heat in the house without the use of "special tools".
The project of a two-story house ""
Panoramic glazing in the MS-296 project is angular, made on two floors and located near the stairs. A non-standard, but effective solution allows you to admire the site on the ascent and descent.
The project of a one-story house ""
The concept of sliding glass doors from the living room, located in the central part of the house, to the terrace, familiar to southern cities, is increasingly resonating with customers in a more severe climate zone. The modern design of the façade and the functionality of the interior layout are the distinguishing features of this small project.
The project of a two-story house ""
Spacious project for a large family, it is possible to accommodate up to 7 bedrooms. Glazing plays a central role on the exquisite solemn façade with many columns and contrasting decorative elements. A huge window on two floors from the floor to the roof itself has an angular shape and is located in the living room. The second panoramic glazing is located on the main facade in the bay window niche.
Project of a house with panoramic windows ""
Perhaps the brightest project in our selection, where glazing is presented not only in the places of window openings, but is part of the facade, as an alternative to decorative panels, stone, etc. Unlike many other projects, it is "on the floor" here not only in common rooms (living room, stairs, etc.), but also in the bedrooms. Modern solutions allow you to block the visibility of the interior, which means that the views of the neighbors will not disturb the residents of this house.
The project of a two-story house in a modern style ""
An excellent project, it has day and night visualization, as well as two options for using panoramic glazing - completely for the entire volume of the first and second floors or with separation (as shown above). In any case, a panoramic view of the site opens from the living area and the hall on the second floor.
The project of a two-story house with a garage ""
The "House with a View" project has a design project and visualization of interior spaces, it allows you to feel the space and light that panoramic lighting gives. The corner window in the kitchen along the entire surface of the cooking area will be appreciated first of all by the hostess of the house. But the view from the living room to the terrace and the adjacent area will be more to the liking of the head of the family.
The project of a two-story house with five bedrooms ""
Windows are often used to illuminate the staircase area - be it a tunnel sewn into a flat roof, or, as in the Maxwell project, panoramic windows. In addition to saving electricity, the second solution also has aesthetic motives, it is from the flight of stairs between the floors that the best view of the backyard opens - the house adjoining area.
The project of a two-story house with a spacious balcony ""
Corner glazing in the Arnika project is made in two bedrooms located one above the other - on the first and second floors. All other rooms have standard window openings. In total, the house has 4 bedrooms, it is a very compact and functional cottage, designed in a modern style.
The project of a two-story house ""
As a rule, houses with a gable roof do not differ in architectural delights, they are functional, inexpensive to build and designed for a wide audience. The project "Open" is completely different from the standard projects of the segment. Modern, bright, with large windows and glass balcony railings, a project with an area of 311 sq.m. and designed for 5 bedrooms will be an excellent choice for a large family.
All projects of houses with panoramic windows can be viewed.
When choosing a house project with panoramic windows, the customer must be prepared for the fact that his price will be higher than for a regular cottage of the same area. This is due to the use of complex technical structures, the need to provide additional heating systems and energy saving.
Features of facades with a large glazing area
All projects of houses with panoramic glazing for the construction of a modern beautiful cottage are complex. They are developed by high-level professional architects, taking into account the many nuances inherent in this fragile material.
When choosing a glazed facade, the correct “landing” of the house is of great importance - its binding to the cardinal points. This largely depends on the surrounding landscape, which the future owners want to admire. And yet, walls facing south, southeast, southwest often make transparent. This improves insolation and space heating.
The quality of materials depends on the climate zone. The design must provide the required level of heat transfer, sound insulation, for which a technical calculation is carried out. Accordingly, the optimal parameters for the thickness of double-glazed windows (number of chambers), profiles (aluminum, plastic, wood), energy-saving glass are selected.
To ensure security, there must be reliable key locks, a burglary protection system from the outside, and security measures from the inside - even a child can open some systems with very heavy doors.
In order for the glazed structure to be reliable, additional reinforcement with a metal frame is provided during the installation of the walls. The internal "stuffing" is then hidden under decorative overlays, or serves as an element of decor - especially in high-tech style.
An important role is played by opening-closing systems, which is determined by the purpose of the room (bedroom, living room, veranda, winter garden). Various roller shutters are used, sliding, sliding, tilting guides: "accordion", lifting and sliding portals; multifunctional automatic handles with remote "control".
Projects of houses with large windows to the floor: photos of cottages
Many city dwellers dream of a bright house with panoramic windows on the coast of the sea, river, or pine forest. This trend, which was initiated by minimalism (No. 40-93), is gaining momentum every day. For this, a country house is being built in order to feel the closeness of the surrounding nature, to be able to admire the wonderful view in the early morning and late evening.
Our catalog contains projects of large houses with panoramic windows made of various building materials: brick, aerated concrete. Stone and glass are most often used for buildings in a modern style, including those with Art Nouveau elements (No. 36-65). On an individual order, we will develop a wooden building.
Owners of large country apartments can afford to choose any type of glazing. When planning the appearance of your private mansion, anyone can design window openings of any shape and size, which will most organically fit into the composition.
Window sheets are the main sources of natural natural lighting, which determines the atmosphere of the home. A house with panoramic windows looks very stylish, and thanks to such openings, the external space is filled with landscapes surrounding the property.
Advantages and disadvantages of panoramic glazing
Panoramic glazing in a private house has many positive aspects, both decorative and functional:
- picturesque pictures outside the window - it is advisable to install panoramic glass sheets when the surroundings of the house are really beautiful;
- natural lighting, the level of which is significantly increased, so that people inside will not experience difficulties with light, which is very important for health;
- the exterior design of the facades becomes unique, with everything else, panoramic canvases make it possible to save money on exterior finishing work;
- the price of a dwelling, the design of which includes panoramic windows, is increasing, as well as consumer demand;
- transparent glass sheets allow you to visually expand the space;
- the possibilities of design and choice of style for the arrangement of houses equipped with panoramic technology are increasing, this is proved by photos of houses with panoramic windows.
However, these technologies also have disadvantages:
- the energy losses of a dwelling with large window openings are quite large. The cost of warming such apartments increases by 30%;
- danger for young children, as the lower border of the window is too low. To avoid damage, as a rule, a special fence is installed;
- frequent cleaning of glass surfaces. If it is possible to wash them on their own from the inside, then climbers will have to be called in for outdoor work.
Glazing technologies
There are two glazing technologies:
- Cold - used when unheated rooms in the form of verandas, balconies and loggias are exposed to glazing. Windows can be framed or not. Frameless canvases are glasses that fit tightly to each other.
- Warm - the design consists of plastic or wooden profiles, equipped with two- or three-chamber double-glazed windows.
However, the panoramic glass frame can also be made of aluminum or reinforced metal profile. The type of material affects the cost of the product. Also, any kit should be supplemented with ebbs, window sills, fittings, etc.
Design varieties
Windows with a panoramic view according to their design features can be of the standard type, garden or corner. Most often, ordinary products are used. There is another group - false windows, which are large panels equipped with backlighting and beautiful images.
Panoramic canvases can be opened in different ways: the tilt-and-turn system allows you to slightly open and completely open the window, the sliding mechanism is very tight, the accordion type can only be used in houses located in very warm areas, and the lifting system is the most silent.
Decoration of the building with a panoramic window system
When developing a project for a country house, which is equipped with a system of large window panels, it is necessary to take into account its location relative to the cardinal points. If the windows are located to the south or southwest, it will be possible to reduce heat loss, respectively, and heating costs will decrease.
It is also important that the house is located in picturesque surroundings. The best places to use panoramic glazing are:
- seaside,
- the edge of a picturesque forest,
- area near a waterfall or other body of water,
- platform located at the top overlooking the metropolis.
As a rule, rooms in which a panoramic system is used are guest rooms, kitchens, bedrooms or a hall.
Bedroom
The main thing to pay attention to in a bedroom equipped with panoramic systems is the location of the bed, because this room requires special privacy.
Even if there is only one wall surface with panoramic glazing, it is enough for the room to be clearly visible from the street. That is why window openings must be closed with beautiful curtains and blinds.
Guest room
In the living room, special attention should be paid to the arrangement of furniture items. Near the panoramic canvas, you can install a comfortable composition of a sofa and armchairs with a small table where you can gather for a pleasant conversation, reading books or playing board games.
By placing furniture groups along the walls in the form of the letter "P", all household members and guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the views outside the window.
If possible, it is advisable to install a telescope or a piano in front of the panoramic canvas. These accessories will add elegance and sophistication to the interior.
kitchen area
When creating an example of beautiful glazing in the kitchen, you should consider the size of the room, the height of the walls and the layout. The most suitable options for panoramic systems will be the following:
- canvases in full height - typical for spacious areas with a free layout;
- half a meter from the floor plane - it is advisable to install such canvases on the territory of the dining area;
- height 0.8 m from the floor surface - such a panoramic system can be installed throughout the room. Under the window canvases it is possible to install a table or soft sofas.
Design of panoramic windows
The design of panoramic windows in a private house should be given due attention, since the final look of the interior composition largely depends on this. For decorating window openings often use:
- standard, roller or Roman blinds;
- lightly draped curtains;
- blinds.
In order not to spoil the main functional purpose of panoramic glazing, which is to fill the premises with natural light, it is not recommended to decorate openings with multilayer compositions. It is better to give preference to light flowing materials of light shades.
Photo of houses with panoramic windows
Many dream of a cozy private house in the countryside. Everything in it is made with their own hands exactly as the owners wanted. Such a dwelling is not necessarily a cramped "grandmother's" hut - a spacious one-story house with large windows, created in accordance with the latest design ideas, will become a dream come true, a source of pride for its owners. The buildings are made in different styles, they are not at all similar to each other.
Features of one-story buildings with panoramic windows
Initially, panoramic glazing was practiced in France. Until recently, such technologies were used exclusively in warm areas, with the advent of modern double-glazed windows coated with special compounds that significantly reduce the heat transfer of glass, panoramic windows began to be installed in the settlements of the middle lane.
When drawing up a project, it is important to consider that not every house will be able to insert large windows. In multi-apartment buildings of the middle of the last century, they simply will not be allowed to do this, private housing after such “alterations” runs the risk of simply collapsing. Therefore, window openings are considered at the stage of drawing the future structure.
Large "French" designs have significant weight, because they are installed at least two or three together.
Types of construction - advantages, disadvantages
Such buildings have many advantages:
- high level of illumination due to street light;
- modern, beautiful appearance;
- the cost of time, finances for interior decoration is reduced, since the area of \u200b\u200bthe walls is smaller;
- huge windows adorn the facades, the interior of the building;
- the rooms seem spacious;
- the opportunity to admire the picturesque landscapes without leaving the room;
- a feeling of complete “oneness with nature”.
A number of disadvantages also exist:
- such a structure will cost more than usual;
- it is necessary to install a powerful heating system - heat losses, due to huge windows, are large here;
- to protect the owners from prying eyes, you will need large curtains, cornices of appropriate sizes;
- significant waste of time for washing, decorating glazed areas with curtains;
- if there are small children, additional safety measures will be required;
- in a one-story building, it will be necessary to install high-quality alarms, grilles, shutters in order to protect property from thieves, who are much easier to enter the house through the window.
Such structures are built from bricks, SIP panels, natural wood, on a frame basis, from gas silicate blocks. All of them are very different in appearance, but the design will remain fashionable for many more years.
Under the roof itself, which is gable or hip, installation of window structures is also possible.
A brick house is the most durable, warm, solid, monumental looking. If there are correctly installed panoramic windows, it will not become colder in it, especially when the latter are mounted on the sunny side. Glazing is usually done partially; a fireplace is often placed inside the dwelling itself, which not only warms the room, but also looks beautiful from the street. The construction is carried out in classical, neoclassical styles, art nouveau, Victorian, Mediterranean, etc. Windows are made from a meter wide or more, from ceiling to floor, decorated with luxurious draperies. In the same way, attics are also glazed, if any. Cons of the design - a long process of construction, the need for a very strong foundation.
frame
The structure is carried out on the basis of a frame made of wood, metal, using sandwich panels. The latter are one of the most relevant materials in demand in modern construction, best combined with large windows. They are cheap and have low thermal conductivity. The design itself is quick, easy to assemble, it is also not difficult to install double-glazed windows in it. Most often, such houses are made in the styles of hi-tech, minimalism, Scandinavian. If there is a second floor, panoramic glazing is performed there.
The high energy efficiency of the structure is due to the fact that the walls are filled with insulation. A solid foundation is not necessary here, as the structure is relatively light. The disadvantages of the building include the fact that intruders are able to enter the room not only by breaking the glass, but also by opening the wall with an ordinary chainsaw, therefore security systems are welcome in this case.
Wood
Huge windows are also often made in wooden buildings. A small house is suitable as an exclusively country house, in a more spacious one you can live all year round, equip it with a terrace, a garage, a summer kitchen, and other necessary attributes. The house is built from logs, glued beams, hand-planed logs, etc. The construction is carried out in the style of a chalet, country, avant-garde, "Russian antiquity", etc. The warmer the region, the wider, taller windows are set. It is also important to take into account the quality of the double-glazed windows themselves, the power of the heating system, and the type of a particular house.
Before planning a panorama, you should determine which side the windows will face - best of all, southeast, south. This aspect should be designed at the very beginning so that the room is warm and cozy. Since the huge frames have significant weight, the supporting structures under them are made as strong as possible.
It is better to build a one-story or a house with an attic on a hill - so the view of nature, its overview will be much wider.
SIP panel
The building, made of SIP panels, equipped with huge glass, provides not only a beautiful view, but also retains heat in the best possible way. The main advantages of the design:
- high strength - this type of panels is used for the construction of both one-story buildings and taller houses;
- low cost of building a mansion, even taking into account expensive glass blocks;
- thermal conductivity - several times lower than that of brick;
- the house does not require a heavy foundation, usually placed on a light, tape or pile;
- the walls come out smooth, there is no shrinkage.
The building is made of any size, performed in the style of country, modern, Canadian, neoclassical, etc.
Varieties of panoramic glazing
In appearance, the windows "on the floor" perform:
- standard - the most commonly used;
- corner - create an unusual design, light enters the room from two adjacent sides;
- bay windows - placed in a ledge, at an angle to each other;
- fake - these are panels with a landscape depicted on them, backlit or made of mirrors.
Depending on the method of opening the product are:
- tilt-and-turn - the sashes swing open completely or slightly open for ventilation;
- in the form of an accordion - they are used mainly in hot regions, since they are poorly protected from the cold;
- parallel-sliding - very airtight, have excellent thermal insulation, but their insulation wears out quickly;
- lifting-sliding - the most functional, retain heat well, work almost silently.
If desired, the whole variety of designs is used within the same household.
Production material
Window frames are made of various materials:
- metal - the most durable, reliable, withstanding the solid weight of huge glasses, usually treated with anti-corrosion compounds. The heat transfer of such a product is high, the design is rounded, in the form of an arch, it is used for glazing the largest spaces;
- plastic - the item is very water-resistant, it comes out relatively cheap, not cold to the touch, but it does not look good in any interior, as it is plain in appearance;
- wood - used in log houses, structures made of profiled timber. The design is environmentally friendly, energy-intensive, has a beautiful appearance, is painted or covered with transparent varnishes;
- aluminum - very durable, but at the same time much lighter than steel, wooden, used in very different buildings.
Panoramic windows themselves also differ in safety of use, the level of thermal insulation of the home.
Main types:
- hardened - stronger than usual about five times. They are recommended to be placed in regions where there are often strong winds;
- triplex - laminated, consist of several plates fastened together with a film that provides a high level of strength;
- with special film - the glass is covered with a special reinforcing film that perfectly protects against ultraviolet radiation;
- energy-saving - the inner sides of the double-glazed windows are covered with a thin layer of silver oxide, tin, which helps to retain heat as much as possible;
- tinted, reflective - designed to decorate the sunniest sides;
- stained glass - colored, but as transparent as possible, used locally, as decoration.
All glasses are subject to the following requirements:
- minimum thickness - from six mm .;
- it is desirable that all glass in the house be shockproof, multi-format, low-emission;
- the size of the air layer inside the double-glazed window - from 12 mm;
- maximum transparency - compliance with class M1.
In modern times, there are special "smart windows" that have special sensors that automatically control the microclimate. They close and open themselves, are able to repel dirt and moisture, reduce and increase transparency, depending on street lighting.
Features of installing windows in the entire wall
Self-assembly of such windows is difficult, as the products are large and heavy. "Get" a house with large windows is possible in one of the following ways:
- remove part of the wall in an existing building, insert a window there;
- to mount the structure in a house still under construction, having previously drawn up a project.
Installation of the product by a team of builders will be expensive, therefore, with certain skills, as well as in order to save money, installation is done by hand.
How it's done:
- if the work is carried out in an existing house, permission will be required to remove part of the wall, along with the window that already exists;
- after dismantling the wall, a frame is inserted into the resulting opening, carefully fixed, leaving a small gap;
- with an electric drill in the wall, the frame drills holes for fasteners, which will take a lot;
- then the sashes are mounted, their height is adjusted, the degree of fit;
- the gap between the wall and the frame is filled with mounting foam, not reaching the profile itself by one and a half to two cm;
- after some time, the foam will “reach” the structure, dry out, everything superfluous can be cut off;
- it is necessary to apply a vapor barrier tape to the seams, plaster the slopes, paint them.
Projects of rooms with panoramic windows
Panoramic objects are mounted in almost any room:
- kitchen;
- bedroom;
- bathroom;
- living room;
- hallway;
- office;
- children's;
- swimming pool
- loggias;
- balcony.
It is important that there are few large, tall items (furniture, decor) in the room that can block the view from the window, and the mess in the room does not look aesthetically pleasing when viewed from the street.
When drawing up a project involving large windows, a number of important points are taken into account:
- dimensions of window openings;
- what type of glazing will be - warm or cold;
- frame materials;
- types of glass;
- ways to open windows;
- the number of cameras themselves;
- how structures will be maintained.
Glazing is performed using one of two technologies:
- cold - windows are mounted on aluminum profiles using a frameless method. Usually, verandas of private mansions, balconies and loggias of high-rise buildings are decorated this way;
- warm - during the installation process, wooden or plastic profiles are used. Similar elements are mounted in urban, rural houses, office buildings. The structure itself is assembled from two-three-chamber double-glazed windows.
Panoramic windows are made on a frame made of vinyl, PVC, aluminum, wood, reinforced metal. Prices and quality here are very different - plastic items are the cheapest, for which there are size restrictions. Wooden, made of glued beams, are many times more expensive, metal ones are the most durable.
In rainy, dusty, bird-populated places, it is most practical to install glass that repels water and dirt - you don’t have to constantly wash them.
Bedroom
Privacy in the bedroom is very important, as here a person sleeps, changes clothes, does some other things that are not customary to put on public display. Therefore, blackout curtains are hung here most often. More than one wall, it is not advisable to make glass.
The most convenient will be tape options, the most practical in terms of energy saving. Windows are placed at the level of the floor itself, a height of 60-80 cm or a ceiling. The latter option does not require curtains, it is used without them at any time. Corner structures in the bedroom are usually done if the room is north, northwest. When the windows are facing south, it will be too hot here, thick curtains will have to be used often, the light level is maximum.
Sleeping and dressing zones are arranged in the farthest corner of the room, covered with a screen, a thin partition decorated with stained-glass windows.
Kitchen
In a standard kitchen, there are at least three zones - work, dining, storage. One of the places is placed by the window, while the panoramic structures themselves are very different:
- to the full height of the room - for large rooms, studio apartments, private mansions with a free layout. Storage places by the window are not placed here;
- the window starts at 40-55 cm from the floor. Most often used in bay windows, less often in corner kitchens, where two glass walls “meet”;
- 70-85 cm from the floor level - the entire space is decorated with uniform windows. Under them put a dining or work table, soft sofas;
- narrow windows - tape or located immediately above the countertop. Such objects sometimes "pass" to the ceiling, providing a huge amount of daylight.
Living room
Large windows in the living room allow you to relax with friends and family, as if you were on the veranda, while being in the warmth of your own mansion. The arrangement of furniture here is the most important, but it depends on the area of a particular room. Zoning of spacious rooms is necessary - if you plan to sleep in a room, such a place is located at the maximum distance from the window. Directly next to the glass "wall" is placed a low sofa, a coffee table - there should be no major obstacles to daylight.
Sometimes the furniture is placed in a U-shape - along three walls, but excluding the window opening, completely free from closely spaced objects. In very small halls, chairs are placed by the window, if necessary, turning them to the window or back. It is also permissible to place a TV screen, a piano, a telescope, and other pleasant, functional things here.
Projects of houses with panoramic windows are one of the modern and fashionable solutions for the construction of a private country house. Cottages with large windows are chosen by those who dream of a beautiful, unusual and practical home. Panoramic glazing is not only beautiful on the outside, but also transforms the interior space, providing maximum illumination of the premises, and revealing wonderful landscapes.
Houses with panoramic windows of windows can be one-story and two-story, small and large, and built from any materials, such as aerated concrete or brick. In our catalog you will find many modern house designs with large windows of various styles and for every taste.
Construction of houses with panoramic windows in St. Petersburg
On the VillaExpert website, you can order the construction of a house with large panoramic windows in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region. We carry out the whole complex of works on the construction of turnkey houses with panoramic windows. Our experts will help with the choice of a project for a house with panoramic glazing, advise on any issues and build a house using modern technologies and taking into account all building codes in the shortest possible time.
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