Improved openings keep us connected to the outdoors, even in the most extreme weather

This new crop of windows and doors ensures that a winter stuck inside doesn’t mean a season cut off from the sunlight crucial to a balanced everyday life.

exterior of a two story home — (Courtesy YKK AP America)

StyleView
YKK AP America

Available in a new black finish, YKK AP America’s signature StyleView line of windows and doors is intended to match residential construction trends like modern farmhouse and craftsman styles.

cross section of a A-frame house with a skylight and shingled roof — (Courtesy VELUX)

TZR and TZRL Wildfire Glass Curb-Mount Sun Tunnel Skylight
VELUX

Developed to meet wildland-urban interface zoning requirements, the new TZR and TZRL Wildfire Glass Curb-Mount Sun Tunnel Skylight by VELUX features flame- and ignition-resistant tempered diamond wire glass panes. The opening’s frame is engineered to withstand wildfires and to prevent the glass insert from dropping to the floor in a disaster.

a women laying down on a windowsill in a living room — (Courtesy Marvin)

Skycove
Marvin

Meant to be a cozy place for small gatherings, the Marvin Skycove is an immersive glass alcove that extends from any dormer window or roof. Its steel structure and integrated bench can safely and comfortably seat one or more people. The glass enclosure extends functional living space by up to 20 square feet and offers homeowners a more intimate interaction with the outdoors.

a living room and larger operable walls leading out onto a balcony with a body of water in the background — (Courtesy C.R. Laurence)

Palisades S90 Bi-Folding Door and Wall System
C.R. Laurence

Claiming the slimmest profile on the market and concealed hinges, the new Palisades S90 Bi-Folding Door and Wall System by C.R. Laurence pursues an ambitious aesthetic standard. With a frame up to 12 feet tall, the CW40 Performance Grade–rated opening delivers superior thermal and structural performance while minimizing hardware to maximize views.

closed windows — (Courtesy Winco Window Company)

Transira Window Solutions
Winco Window Company

Encasing a high-performance vertical shade, the Transira Window Solutions product is an insulated opening that eliminates the possibility of allergens or airborne pathogens adhering to the fabric. The window’s visibility, light, and solar heating can be controlled through any home management IoT system.

a person walking in front of windows — (Courtesy Andersen Windows & Doors)

100 Series
Andersen Windows & Doors

The easy-to-install 100 Series window and patio door range is manufactured by Andersen Windows & Doors using the durable Fibrex reclaimed wood composite material. Offered in a variety of rich, dark colors, this new line is environmentally friendly and energy-efficient. Three ¼-inch insert frame sizes allow for fast and easy replacements.