ADAPTIVE, RESPONSIVE AND HIGH-PERFORMING
Architect and Interiors India|March 2021
NOT ONLY DO WINDOW AND FENESTRATION SYSTEMS DEFINE THE AESTHETIC LOOK OF A BUILT STRUCTURE; BUT NOW, THEY ALSO CONTRIBUTE TO ITS ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND THE WELLNESS OF ITS INHABITANTS
ADAPTIVE, RESPONSIVE AND HIGH-PERFORMING

In today’s realm of residential skyscrapers and mixed-use buildings, the strongest impact is arguably made by the building’s elevations and the fenestration systems that deck up these elevations. It inevitably sets the tone for the building as a whole. Buildings have evolved from being predominantly passive systems to having high levels of internal control, thus, causing fenestration design to be a major component in achieving energy efficiency.

Window systems today are engineered with a definitive purpose, to function not only as a visually appealing design expression but also enhance the energy efficiency, and overall quality of the interior environment and also provide acoustic qualities. With an explosion of new materials to explore and incredible technological advancements, fenestration design and window systems are at their most innovative, and functionally proficient, stage today.

Windows systems play multiple roles including supplying daylight, providing views, acting as ventilators, noise and heat insulators and glare protectors. They not only add to aesthetics but are also a significant component of heating and cooling costs. Building owners opt for the most efficient façade and fenestration system which contribute to the energy efficiency of the building and thereby its operational costs.

Trending terms like ‘smart’ and ‘high-performance windows’ are revolutionising the fenestration industry. Development in technology and architecture has given way to new-age building products which are more adaptive, responsive to the environment and the occupants.

HIGH-PERFORMANCE WINDOWS

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