There are basically two types of home remodeling: projects that either update a home or add value with the intent to sell it, and those that improve function, appearance, energy efficiency, and more for those who intend to remain in their homes indefinitely. Some real estate experts are calling 2024 ‘The Golden Age of Renovation,’ for both reasons. But in this post we’re going to focus on how replacing your existing windows and exterior doors can improve your overall lifestyle in a house you may think of as your ‘forever home.’
Exterior Doors & Windows that Foster Connections with NatureWhile this remodeling trend has been fairly popular for the past decade, current indications are that it’s only getting stronger. Predictions are it should be one of the top home renovation focuses this year. As people spend more time in their homes, a desire to bring nature indoors or facilitate moving between outdoor and indoor living spaces is desirable. Windows and doors can do that by:
It’s well established that exposure to sunlight on a regular basis has mental and physical health benefits. Did you know that natural light has the ability to regulate your daily rhythms, especially your sleep cycle? Plus it can enhance alertness and focus. In the photo shown here, Marvin sliding French doors and full-length fixed windows give an entire wall of glass, which lets in plenty of light. In addition, those sliding doors make the deck easy to get to. We love this combination, because it addresses all three of the above.
If you need to prioritize your window and door projects, we suggest that if you’re doing to to make your home a nature oasis, you focus on the rooms you’re spending the most time in during daylight hours. It can be different depending on your lifestyle. For example, in the photo above, based on the appearance of the man reading, we might assume he’s retired, and this is his favorite spot. (With the great view, we don’t blame him.) For other families, it might be the kitchen – the ‘hub’ in many homes.
The sliding French doors shown here are from Marvin’s Signature Ultimate Collection, genuine wood with a low-maintenance aluminum exterior cladding. We’re proud to be a Marvin Authorized Replacement Contractor, and we’d love to talk with you about your window and door remodeling ideas. We can set up an appointment either in your home or in our Savage MN window and door showroom so we can show you just some of the many energy-efficient windows and exterior doors that we install from companies like Marvin and others.
Window Outfitters is a premier Window Replacement, doors, siding contractor and installer. As Contractor in the St Paul, Minneapolis, (Twin Cities) Minnesota (MN) metro, we proudly serve, but are not limited to, the following areas: Minneapolis Energy Efficient Vinyl Windows, Replacement Window Contractors Minnesota, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Lakeville, Savage, Bloomington, Edina, Richfield, Eagan, St Paul, Hastings, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Eden Prairie, Farmington MN, Chaska, Shakopee, Chanhassen, Victoria, Mendota Heights Anderson Windows Minneapolis, Marvin Windows Minneapolis.
