windowarea.comThe best things in architecture are free: light, proportion, and the shaping of space. Windows can make the most of these elements, capturing the finest light and views, but they must be chosen wisely for optimal effect. Architect Marcus Gleysteen, AIA, describes how the window choices in this home created flow and interest, while offering stellar efficiency.
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