WHAT ARE ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOWS?
In essence, energy-efficient windows play a vital role in maintaining optimal indoor temperatures year-round. They achieve this by reflecting infrared light to mitigate summer heat influx and utilizing insulated glass to retain winter warmth. Additionally, these windows feature frames with a thermal break, minimizing heat transfer between the interior and exterior of the home.
Although there are numerous window options on the market, the most effective designs often feature triple-pane glazing and are installed to ensure air & water tightness around the seams.
HOW DOES IT EFFECT HOME COSTS?
While a wide array of energy-efficient windows is available, the most impactful ones are typically those that are highly engineered, albeit they may come with a substantial cost to the construction budget. Nonetheless, it's crucial to recognize that the long-term savings associated with these windows can be significant.
We anticipate that our environmentally conscious homes will be approximately 5-7% more efficient, while our passive home designs can achieve a staggering 15% improvement over standard building methods. Furthermore, our architects take our clients' budgets into careful consideration and strategically determine the placement and quantity of glass used throughout the home. This doesn't imply that the home will lack natural light; rather, the architect may opt to judiciously utilize glass in specific areas.