PLEASE HELP- NEED EXPERT MUNTIN ADVICE FOR WINDOW LITE PATTERN
I have been researching muntin design for my windows for several months- trying to decide on the perfect pattern and the best function. The lower floor is divided into 6 lites and I like this design. However, there are two options for the second floor. I originally went with a craftsman style pattern for the second floor- since I wanted to keep the lower parts of the windows open because we have a great view. This is the first photo posted. However, I now think the top and bottom floor may look disjointed and might be nicer if both floors have a more 'matching' pattern. My issue with the second photos is that the 4 lites on the 2nd floor feel more 'transitional' to me instead of 'historical'. I like the 4 lites with a double hung window- but not so much with a casement- and we are doing all casement windows. Please excuse my terminology as it might not be correct. Generally speaking - we like a more historical looking houses- so if we can lean in that direction- that would be our preference. You help is greatly appreciated!!! All comments about the facade are appreciated if you see any issues. Ignore my notes within photos.
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6 years agoThe windows are Loewen (aluminum clad and wood) with divided lites and grills that look truly like multiple panes of glass. They are similar to Marvin.
I really like muntins and don't mind the detailed look. There are many historical homes in the bay area with grid patterns and they look lovely. Hopefully it won't be as dramatic in real life- the dark lines
in the cad drawing may make the facade look busier than it actually is. The nicest houses do show consistent patterns but there is such diversity out there. I love the looks below.
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Shelter Island Beach House · More InfoBeverly- thank you for the photoshopped option! It is a great idea and one that I didn't consider. My only hesitancy is that out of all the grid patterns - the two over one (upside down 'T')- is my least favorite. Functionally it is probably the best, easiest to clean, least expensive, and best to keep the view. I don't mind 3 over one- but our windows are so narrow that the lites look very skinny. Is there another simplified pattern that you can think of?
We can't change the front door location but the 'official' front door is door 'I' - the only single door on the lower floor. Front door location is confusing but that is what the architect designed
and she felt there was a need for a 'formal' front entrance. The is a
fence and paved walkway in front of the house that should help orient
people not familiar with the house. Our family will probably enter through the breezeway doors 'L' - closest to the garage- or through the garage.
Here are full elevations of the house including the breezeway and garage.lesliekatzman
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