Our Five Favorite Arch Windows
Adding design interest and natural light to a space, we love a bit of arch window action! Room by room, check out our favorite arch windows.
Published 2022-03-24
When thinking about windows for a home, most homeowners rely on standard rectangle windows. While these windows are beautiful, some homeowners crave a more distinct shape. If you’re looking to set your home apart, consider how arch windows can add design interest, with round tops that contrast the sharp edges of other rectangular windows around the house. Arch windows act as a focal point, elevating a home’s aesthetic, without compromising on natural light. Get inspired as we share just five of our favorite arch windows below.
1. Custom Arch Windows Match Homeowner’s Favorite Painting
The arch window décor showcases a traditional grille pattern, making an architectural design statement that acts as the focal point of the room. The three arch windows set in a series invoke harmony, creating an inspiring atmosphere for the music makers in the space. These living room windows were custom-built to match the homeowner’s favorite painting, displayed above the piano. It features beautiful wood arched top windows that make the room undeniably elegant. To mimic the artwork, the homeowner selected custom Pella® Reserve™ wood windows. We love the timeless sophistication these new arched windows offer, not to mention the abundance of natural light they let flood the space. The before and after pictures of this project show just how transformative new windows were for the space.
2. Large Arched Window Maximizes Natural Light in Dining Room
There are many things to love about this dining room arched window: expansive glass and graceful curves to name a couple. The dining room is a space for gathering family, entertaining guests and enjoying each other’s company. We adore the way this arched top window makes the room feel more spacious and welcoming by bringing in waves of natural light. Choosing a white window makes the space feel even brighter. The large dining room window invites the outdoors in, bringing the serene lake ambience to the room. From the graceful arched top window to the complementary arched ceiling beams, this room is classy, yet simple, in the best of ways.
3. Arch Window Brings Charming Curves to Kitchen
What’s not to love about this arched window in the kitchen? Its subtle elegance dresses up the space, without overpowering all the other beautiful details. The black window with grilles pops against the white walls and arch window trim. The full springline window smoothly combines the soft curves of a circle with the sharp corners of a rectangle, adding traditional style to the space. Simply put, this kitchen window makes a delicate design statement that only adds to the grandiose feel of this space.
4. Modern Cottage Style Achieved with Arch Window
The sheer size of this large arched window is one of the reasons we love it. The custom window is bold, unique and eye-catching to the point that you can’t help but take it in! The homeowners wanted a modern cottage aesthetic for their window replacement project. This style combines traditional elements like arched doorways and vintage fixtures with modern elements like moody colors and different textures. The arched window perfectly achieves that vision with captivating curves and color contrast. Choosing black windows for the project creates a distinguished and expansive look against the stone exterior of the home. There’s no doubt in our minds that this arched window is working wonders when it comes to curb appeal. Just take a look at the way it transformed the entire aesthetic of this home.
5. Gothic Window Arch Adds Design Interest to Bathroom
Why did a bathroom make the list, you ask? While often overlooked, bathroom windows can make a tight space feel bigger and brighter. There are so many window ideas for a bathroom remodel – that’s why we admire the thought and detail that went into designing this spa-like oasis. The gothic-style arch window offers historical authenticity, while the dark and moody paint color incorporates chic modern style. It’s a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind combination that commands your attention.