Windows have evolved beyond mere openings in walls; they now stand as powerful elements capable of transforming the very essence of our living spaces. No longer confined to mere functionality, windows have become the focal points of modern homes, blending seamlessly into architectural designs while enhancing aesthetics and functionality. The array of window options available today allows you to tailor your home to your tastes and requirements. Whether embarking on a renovation journey or constructing a new abode, delving into the diverse world of windows unveils a realm of possibilities, empowering you to make informed decisions that elevate your space and align with your individual needs and financial considerations.
Double Hung Windows
Double-hung windows are a common feature in homes with classic traditional styling, farmhouses, and bungalows. They feature two large sashes, which can easily slide up and down within vertical tracks, while the sashes can move independently. Their design mechanism allows easy cleaning, especially for upper levels with challenging exterior access. Despite their practicality, double-hung windows can pose safety concerns for children due to the sizable accessible opening when the lower sash is opened. However, they can be made safer by keeping the top sash open for ventilation while locking the bottom sash.
Single Hung Windows
Indicative of the name, single-hung windows, resembling double-hung windows with a fixed upper sash, offer a slightly lower-cost alternative. With fewer moving parts, they are easier to maintain and more energy-efficient. But, cleaning the exterior of the upper sash can be tricky, and double-hung windows need more ventilation flexibility due to the fixed upper sash.
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He gave the beat to the world
He would pick up the rhythms of each experience of mobility and weave them into his taals. Thus it was that he reflected joy and laughter in rhythmic cycles...such was the magic of Zakir's fingersText and photographs by Raghu Rai
KERALA TOURISM CAMPAIGN, 1989 - TICKETS TO PARADISE
All it took was a catchy tagline-'God's Own Country'-for the world to discover Kerala's wealth of natural beauty. It remains among the best tourism ad campaigns, earning the state a place among top 10 international destinations
SPIRITUALITY - THE GURUS OF COOL
Among the cult Indian gurus, no one had a bigger hold on western minds than 'Osho' Rajneesh. He's also perhaps the role model for the enterprise-building gurus of today
RETAIL SHOPPING - THE MALL MANIA
Shopping malls, a 1990s innovation in India, changed the way the Indian middle class shops. Their success now lies in being 'shoppertainment' destinations, offering something for everyone
CULINARY RENAISSANCE, 1978 - TANDOORI NIGHTS
ITC's Bukhara and Dum Pukht turned the world to tandoori cuisine and had an enormous impact on the F&B industry. Decades on, they are still a pit-stop for celebrities and heads of state visiting Delhi
INDIAN WRITING IN ENGLISH - REVENGE OF THE NATIVE
Rushdie lit the way but Indian writing in English has taken a life of its own in the past few decades, with translated Indian fiction most recently having its moment in the sun
INDIAN ART - A BRUSH WITH GOLD DUST
The 1990s economic liberalisation came as oxygen, lighting up the Indian art scene. Today, artworks by established masters routinely go for astronomical amounts
FESTIVAL OF INDIA, 1982 - CULTURE CAPITAL
The Festival of India grew into a symbol of our 'soft power', introducing our art and aesthetics to a global audience while also helping rebrand our domestic products
THE INDIPOP TREND - DISCO GOES DESI
For ages, the film song ruled. Nothing else was audible. Then came Nazia, charioteered by Biddu, and Indian ears went into a pleasant madness. Literally, Disco Deewane. A whole genre was born
SHOLAY 1975 - THE BIRTH OF THE FANDEMIC
India had seen hits before. But Sholay seared into its collective psyche like a badland bullet. The effect was on a scale never seen before- one film creating a new mass folk culture. And a trail of monster blockbusters that still continues
