Windows themselves are a paradox, as they can both make us open to the light, air, and views but at the same time can expose vulnerability. Their design in renovation is more of an invitation to the world, yet securing the interior.
Openness as Freedom
Big windows and transparent glazing blur the lines between the inside and outside, as well as between the users and the environment. This openness brings a sense of psychological well-being, though it has to be coupled with protection.
Subtle Reinforcement
Windows are made stronger against intrusion through laminated glass, smart films and discrete framing that make them look delicate. Security is brought to the fore but invisible.
The Dual Perspective
When it comes to interiors, windows embody beauty, and when it comes to exterior, it speaks of power. Renovations should strike a balance between the need to look outside and the certainty that one cannot easily be looked at or even broken.
Human Experience
Properly designed windows enable individuals to stay open, as well as feel safe, in the sense that one can look outside without feeling insecure since transparency does not mean being exposed.