Window of opportunity - "Clerestory windows"

Hola :-)

Today I am going to talk about an architectural feature that I truly believe is totally underestimated, underused and quite neglected - 'Clerestory Windows'.

Originating way back from the Egyptian temples, clerestory windows are basically high window, way above eye level, that bring outside light, air, or both, to an interior.

They became really popular in design of Romanesque and Gothic Period churches:

In contemporary use, interior as well as exterior clerestory windows are used.

If you are doing a new built/ground up projects, I strongly recommend this feature to introduce light into a house or a room.

Below are some stunning examples of clerestory windows:

Modern Bedroom design by San Francisco Architect John Maniscalco Architecture

Modern Living Room design by Tel Aviv Architect Amitzi Architects

Modern Living Room design by New York Architect Blaze Makoid Architecture

One point to consider as well is that Clerestory windows are easier and cheaper to install than adding a skylight.

Clerestory windows can be:

-  angled or slanted; 

Eclectic Kitchen design by Vancouver Interior Designer House of Dane Haunnah

- operational (open and closed); 

Traditional Exterior design by Philadelphia General Contractor Kenny Grono

- as well as transom windows

I personally believe that clerestory windows are always winners in:

Staircases and cottages :-)

Theo Flamenbaum

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