New windows may come to mind to be about as exciting as fixing the roof. But the comfort and beauty of a window is as easily taken for granted as having plenty of clean air to breathe — imagine living in a tin can? It’s no surprise that increasing natural light in the home is often one of the most frequent considerations in a home renovation. The new windows however, in this stunning, four bedroom home in Winnipeg, Manitoba are really levels above mere sunlight and efficiency considerations. The question is, how to take full advantage of its on-the-lake local?

The fabulous windows throughout were all custom designed, built and installed by Polar Ray-O-Max, from the smallest, most intricate window, to this living room showpiece.

The arcade of windows are high performance, maximizing both energy efficiency (a major concern during sub zero winter temps) and more importantly, the outstanding views.

Talk about making and entrance. The windows used here are of course, beautiful, however they are equally practical as they are built to maintain energy efficiency.

The master en suite bathroom faces west so the windows need to minimize solar heat gain from summertime sunsets. The USB triple pane, krypton argon gas filled window is fully insulated with a central portion that can be opened. It is 60″ x 54″ with vinyl frame patented steel that is integrated with ultra solar block glass - so that it will never wear out - and has reinforced hardware for support. (Full installation only took 3 hours.)

The kitchen, one of the busiest rooms in the house for the family, uses a fixed casement transom light added for architectural aesthetics, giving the home an artsy feel. The fully insulated frames with USB triple pane capability keeps 80% of the radiant heat inside of the home. These are the highest quality solar energy rated windows on the market.

The triple pane window stain glass artwork, located in the center pane glass, creates privacy for the downstairs powder room while maintaining the general architectural beauty of the home and the energy efficiency features of the window.

About the Company

After a series of consultations and education in window technology and design with the client, Polar Ray-O-Max Windows Canada was given the go ahead. This project was not for the weak at heart. The team took on the challenge with eager minds as there were some unique features to incorporate including: etched glass, a customized door entrance system, oversized round tops, large transoms, and exquisite grill work. The power performance of the windows was not overlooked and the homeowners can enjoy an open view with the ambience they desired.