Architectural Elevations

Window Types:Fixed Window

Fixed windows are windows that do not open.

They are often referred to as “Picture Windows” and are used to provide uninterrupted scenic views.

Architectural Elevations

Window Types:Single Hung Window

Most common

Stationary Sash

Moveable Sash

Most common window type used in the modern construction.

With a single hung window, only the lower sash is capable of being moved.

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Window Types:Double Hung Window

Double hung

Moveable Sash

Moveable Sash

Double hung windows are made so that both sashes can be raised or lowered.

Architectural Elevations

Window Types:Casement Window

Casement Windows are hinged on the sides like a door, and are the sides like a door, and are opened and closed by turning a hand crank .

They may be opened together or individually.

The casement window shown at right is a double casement. Single casement windows are also available.

Architectural Elevations

Window Types:Sliding Window

Sliding windows are commonly used where commonly used where small windows are required such as above a kitchen sink or above a water closet.

They open and close left to right and one moveable sash slides behind a stationary sash.

Architectural Elevations

Window Types:Hopper Window

Hopper windows are hinged at the Hopper windows are hinged at the bottom and open inward into the room.

These windows are frequently used in basements at the top of the wall near the ceiling.

Architectural Elevations

Window Types:Awning Window

Awning Windows are hinged at Awning Windows are hinged at the top, and open outward at the bottom.

They are usually opened by turning a hand crank.

Awning windows work well in rainy areas because when opened, they shed water away from the window opening.

Architectural Elevations

Window Types:Awning Window

The floor plan symbols at right are

Awning Window

The floor plan symbols at right are examples of a variety of window styles.

Casement Window

Sliding Window

Fixed Window

Architectural Elevations

Exterior Window Parts

Mullion

PartsSill

Glass Pane

Muntin

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Interior Window Parts

Sash

Parts

Interior Sill

(Stool)Apron

Casing

Muntins

Side Jamb