The bay window has origins in the Medieval period and featured in the design of many castles. But bay windows were rarely seen in ordinary homes until the late-Georgian period. They became a staple of property design in the mid-Victorian era and remained a standard architectural feature well into the 20th century.
There are several reasons for the rise in popularity of bay windows, including the aesthetics they offered, adding detail and visual interest. They also had the function of making small spaces appear larger as well as increasing the
