Multi Family
Multifamily window projects differs from single-family in many ways. Instead of designing for homeowners looking for a great place to live, architects with multifamily commissions must collaborate with developers, for whom small decisions can have major financial ramifications. As a result, important choices such as window selection become even more significant, because the property manager must consider the pro forma and profit-and-loss implications of every aspect of the design.
There are technical differences between sourcing windows for a house and for a multifamily building. From a design perspective, it depends on whether a project is a rehab versus a brand-new building or an apartment versus a condo. Acoustic quality is important in multifamily work, and price is often a big deal. For developers who have a favorite window spec, the chances of having the brand approved often are slim—particularly if the product is on the pricey side.
Windows are a particularly tricky spec, because they are so central to architecture and contribute so greatly to inhabitants’ quality of life. Important for views, light, and fresh air, windows also must successfully block heat gain and prevent heat loss. But selecting the right ones involves more than sight lines and energy issues. We look at production issues, maintenance, and liability for the owner.
Residential window manufacturer known for its multifamily-friendly aluminum products is Colorado Based Milgard Windows & Doors. They manufacture products are especially popular with architects seeking windows with narrow profiles and that fiberglass is becoming more common in multifamily work because it also can be offered with thin frames and in dark colors.
With so many options and varying price points you can count on the experts at Brilliant Windows to deliver a team of qualified installers, with the top products with the best warranty, the greatest attention to detail, and the most complete care of your property during install.
Call our schedule an appointment today and discuss your project with our window experts.