Windows
no historic information is available, it is
In addition to the storefronts, windows
recommended that new windows be one-
located at the upper stories and sides of
over-one double hung sash. It is preferred
buildings are essential elements to the
that new windows use wood, wood with
architecture of buildings along Kenmore
aluminum cladding or aluminum material
Boulevard. The style, proportion, color,
and custom sized to fit the existing
and design are important to the overall
openings. Vinyl windows are discouraged.
look of your building. Storm windows may be used. In this case, Original windows can be repaired rather
it is recommended storm windows be
than replaced. While it is perceived that
custom sized to match the window with a
only new windows can be energy efficient,
narrow profile and frames that align with
studies have shown that a historic wood
the pattern of the windows. Both windows
window with good maintenance and
and storms should have a painted finish.
repair can perform remarkably close to high-performance new windows at
See also the Preservation Brief on The
a fraction of the cost. See one of many
Repair of Historic Wooden Windows, then
articles on the subject here. If the original
contact the KNA Design Committee for
windows are missing, new replacements
more information.
can be installed. New window styles should match the historic windows, based on photos or other evidence. If
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Above: Examples of upper storey windows
