Vinyl windows vs Wood

Vinyl Windows vs. Wood

Vinyl Windows vs. Wood The two most common options for choosing window frames for interiors are vinyl windows and wood framed. Vinyl windows and wood windows both offer a variety of unique elements and characteristics. One has to make a wise choice after looking at the benefits and drawbacks. A Vinyl window is an inexpensive…

Passive Solar

Airy Acres

A passive solar house in natural prairie grass countryside Passive Solar Project: Airy Acres Custom Home Location: Charles City, Iowa Date: 2008 Building Type: Residential Products Selected: Motorized rolling shutters Designed and Builder: Dennis White Residential Designs of Charles City, Iowa Summary:  This passive solar house, built outside of Charles City, Iowa is a blending of skilled design, a beautiful…

Energy Efficiency

Energy Efficiency – Tanglewood

Energy Efficiency – Passive solar nestled in Michigan forested country side. Energy Efficiency Project: The Lovely Tanglewood Location: Chelsea, Michigan Date: 2010 Building Type: Residential Window Products Selected: European tilt/turn wood-clad windows in high performing triple glazing by Hawkeye Windows. Designed and Builder: Kevin Kolb, The Kolb Company, LLC, Dexter, Michigan Summary: Nestled in the tranquil…

Chicago lift slide door

Chicago Lift Slide

A large lift slide door for a windy city. Project: Chicago Lift Slide Location: Chicago, Illinois Date: 2015 Building Type: Residential Window Products Selected: Hawkeye Windows‘ grand lift slide patio door. Summary: This particular project was an integral part of a major remodeling project for a residence in the bustling city of Chicago, Illinois. Hawkeye…

German Windows meet title 24

California French Provincial

German Windows satisfy French Provincial design requirements. German Windows Project: California French Provincial Location: Southern California Date: 2015 Building Type: Residential Window Products Selected: German windows by Hawkeye Windows & Doors, Inc. Summary: As one of our more memorable projects, the California French provincial is a true showcase masterpiece. Hawkeye Windows and Doors was commissioned…