Selecting the right windows for a stair tower
Staircases surrounded by one or more walls of window are popping up everywhere — meet the stair tower!
Design-minded homeowners want more than functionality from their stairs. They want to use this space for “self-expression,” as New Jersey architect Dan D’Agostino put it. And that’s where a stair tower comes in. With its ability to transform a flow space into a home’s most distinctive feature while also bringing in a flood of natural light, it’s not hard to see why this design is on the rise.
Here’s a quick guide to picking out windows for a stair tower.
Windows for a contemporary look
Floor-to-ceiling windows are a perfect fit in a stair tower, especially when the aesthetic is modern. Here are two products to consider:
- 400 Series windows are featured in the stair tower below. Stacking two sets of twin casement windows fills the full two-story space. The sleek contemporary profile of these windows — the 400 Series is available in either contemporary or traditional profiles — creates a modern look that’s furthered by the drywall returns and black frames. Find sizing and more details on the 400 Series.
- E-Series windows are another great option. Their pared-down frames are a natural fit in a modern home, and numerous customization options make it easy to create a floor-to-ceiling window fitting any space. For example, specialty windows can be up to 12 feet high and as large as 54 square feet. Find more details on E-Series sizing.
Stacking twin sets of 400 Series Casement Windows was the perfect way to create a floor-to-ceiling effect in this stair tower. The contemporary profile, drywall returns, and black frames really bring a modern aesthetic to life. Plus, black is a standard color in the 400 Series (meaning there’s no extra charge).
