Homebuilding & Renovating

Round windows

If you’re undertaking a self-build or extension project and you have your heart set on the classic round window, then there are a couple of factors you need to be aware of when incorporating this quirky feature into your project.

On the whole, round windows can be just as or porthole windows (because they resemble those seen on a boat). Larger sized circular windows with no glazing bars can make great focal points and can double up as window seats as in the example image above.

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