Bay window? You mean like a garden window? Those aren’t my favorite. If it’s another kind of bay that just gives a bit of window ledge behind sink maybe. What’s outside around the window? Will a protruding window be in the way on a deck or walkway there?

Meh. Garden window are overpriced and far less "functional" than promoted. Too small for a bay. If you want maximum glass, go with a 2-Part slider (that will put the meeting rail right in your site line) or expand the opening. No better time to do that than when the kitchen is demo'ed. You won't be able to do it again without considerable expense.

@windowsonwashington do you have a picture? Agreed bay windows are dated. We have low ceilings so I would love maximum windows that let in light and make room feel bigger!

Do you actually open those windows? I had a small kitchen window over the sink and in a remodel years ago we widen the window and put in a large non opening circle top. Because of the window opening on to the deck and an odd wind tunnel effect when that window was open , we do not miss it. The huge expanse of glass is so nice. Doesn't hurt that we have a wooded lot that I look out on.

@RNmomof2 zone 5 do you have a picture? We have a wooded backyard as well, so no concerns about privacy issues.

Why are lowering the window at all. And no to any box or garden window if you want to be able to open the window they are a PITA to operate for opening. If the need to open the windows is not a must then IMO design a much bigger window and no uppers on that wall.

I am not lowering the window- I am making it longer to be flush with the counter..What type of window do you suggest, Patricia?

We weren't a new build, just a refresh. We had room to move the cabinets down the left wall. That allowed us to move the sink left a few inches and pull it forward. I would suggest that if you have room. If not your window may be splashed frequently. 🤨

Love looking out the window and don't regret it. I still remember the architect saying that you don't want a big window at your sink, you would always be cleaning it. I LOVE my big window.

We have an existing garden window. It’s on my list to replace. Unless you climb up on the sink, it can’t be cleaned.

I like a decent space between the bottom of the window and the counter to make claening easier and as for the type as I mentioned if it does not need to be opened as big a picture window as big as will fit in the kitchen design. This is akitchen I did for a client and the windows work like pieces of art looking out on the garden I just took away the uppers and of coursse designed the kitchen to repace the storage Please note the space between the window and the counter.

I have a North facing kitchen under an overhang, getting the maximum daylight coming was a huge priority. The countertop windows let the light flood in, BUT you need to be able to have electrical every 48" so plan for that. That's why I have space between the windows for the outlets. PS. My counter is extra deep at 30" (actual glass is 33" from the counter edge), no splashing problems.

can you do a fixed middle and casement/or other on the sides?

I really like something like this w/a ledge. nice for a backsplash for the water, and it's a place to put little plants.

depending on depth, you could have space for plants on a flush window / countertop

plenty of room w/something like this

or do you want one full window ?

will you be opening it?

triple windows?

is the sink going here?

I have low ceilings and took out my garden window. replaced w/these casements that I can open

If I had the room like you do, I'd do something like this

or this is youre going all the way down

retro fit triple that opens

shadow box casement

as you can see, there are a hundred diff alternatives.

IMO, cleanabiity is a prime consideration. Do you have long arms, are you good on step ladders? Do you mind standing on the counter to clean the window?

Are you thinking something like this?

I am in New England so the window needs to be insulated. I was thinking of something like this picture but not sure if this window is insulated.

Like this!

most of those new windows should be dual pane low e. Just inquire w/andersen, milgard, or whomever you're going with.

Are there other windows on that back part of the home? If there are, I would want the new window to jibe with them so the back of the house looks pulled together

we also have a big set of windows over the sink - love being able to open them on a gorgeous day

We have a big picture window in our family room that is open to the kitchen. Contractor is suggesting a big picture window that is boxed, pushed out 10”…