Bay windows consist of three or more panes extending beyond the wall of a home, and are often used by homeowners to optimize views, increase usable space and make a room seem closer to the outdoors.

Using Bay Window Designs

When building a new home, residents have the opportunity to take advantage of structural openings to increase natural light and enjoy surrounding views. Bay windows work well in many different settings, altering the interior and exterior aesthetics of the home due to their depth.

Bays are often used in small rooms, creating a notion of increased space. Homeowners may even build cabinets into the base of bay windows, or use them as additional seating areas for guests. When choosing a bay design for a specified area, residents must consider frame style, glass options and grid designs. Grids may even be broken up by using artistic stained glass designs or other glass options.

Bay windows are often found in casement and double-hung styles, allowing residents to take advantage of the breeze during mild weather. Unique hardware can be selected and installed, based upon the architectural style of the home and the opening.

Brothers Home Improvement, Inc. sells vinyl bay, bow, round and casement windows in a variety of designs to Berkeley, California homeowners. Servicing Northern and Southern California and Northern Nevada, Brothers specializes in window designs made for the West Coast climate. Brothers' round and bay windows come with a variety of glass options, including Flemish, Delta Frost and Rain Glass. Call 800-672-3777 for information on the company's vinyl window series and showroom locations.