Window Wall Remodel Transforms Living Room

Endearingly referred to as a “hidden gem,” North Barrington is a small town in the heart of Lake County, Illinois. It’s located slightly off the beaten path, outside the hustle and bustle of Chicago. The homeowners in this close-knit community enjoy the calming atmosphere of ponds and lakes with incredible overhead canopies from mature oak trees. This is the exact feeling the homeowners of this remodel project hoped to evoke in their living room. By brightening the space and bringing the outdoors in, they now enjoy a peaceful aesthetic that fits right in with North Barrington scenery.

When these homeowners decided to remodel their living room, they hoped to create a bright and inviting space. They took their old window wall to the next level by getting rid of the wall space which separated each existing window and patio door. The new window wall effectively combines the windows, placing them side-by-side, to give the look of one large unit. Replacing the left and right patio doors with picture windows maximizes the glass, making it look even more expansive than before. This window wall remodel acts as a beautiful backdrop to the living room, furthering the serene aesthetic of this bright and airy space.

The old golden oak floors and tan walls made this room feel dark and outdated. The colors of these finishes were so similar to each other that the space lacked definition and intentional design. With the goal of modernizing the space, the homeowners added stark contrast by pairing near-black flooring with white windows, doors and walls. The dark floors ground the room while the light walls draw your eye to the tall, vaulted ceiling. The new window and door configuration, which eliminates the two French doors on the sides, creates a bright and contemporary feel with unobstructed, grille-less glass. The new modern windows and patio door make all the difference in updating this room and fulfilling the homeowners’ dream.

French doors centered on this window wall bring the outdoors in. The white patio doors blend seamlessly with the surrounding white windows, creating an expansive wall of windows that frames the lake scenery beyond. Acting as a grand entrance to the deck, the French doors extend the living room space and are especially convenient when the homeowners are entertaining outside. The doors allow them to conveniently move between the two spaces as if they were one.>

The before and after photos speak for themselves when it comes to the transformative nature of this home remodel. The new space feels like an entirely different room – one that the homeowners can finally relax as a family or entertain guests in. If you’re ready to see how windows and doors could transform your own home, reach out to a Pella expert.