Wood Windows Keep Historical Detailing on Cape Cod

In hopes of keeping the enduring legacy of Sandwich alive, homeowners restore their traditional style homes to their former glory. They carry out replacements and renovations while ensuring the original details remain. These locals honor the town’s rich heritage and nautical charm by keeping their homes in pristine condition. To help achieve this desired look, they repaint, refinish and even replace their historic features including windows and doors, to stay current with the times.

The homeowners were excited to complete a window replacement that would update their home while maintaining its historical charm similar to the rest of the beach houses on Cape Cod. To enhance their home’s style, our team at Pella Southern New England recommended replacing the originals with traditional-styled windows.

To stay true to the charm of this 1930s home, we recommended classic white double-hung windows with satin brass spoon locks. The wood window hardware adds a timeless touch and helps keep the original character intact. Nearly a century ago, spoon-style locks were the go-to choice for window hardware. That’s exactly why we suggested them here. Not only do they help keep the double-hung windows secure, but they also add a traditional look.

With private beach access, this home is perfectly positioned to soak in ocean breezes year-round. Naturally, keeping the fresh air flowing—without letting the bugs in—was a top priority for these Cape Cod homeowners. Our team suggested using double-hung windows with Pella’s Integrated Rolscreen® to allow fresh air in without worrying about pests. This self-storing screen uses a cutting-edge design to appear when the window is opened and disappear into the frame when the window is closed. These homeowners can now enjoy their Cape Cod Bay breezes while ensuring outdoor elements don’t come inside.

Casement windows offer the perfect mix of style and function for this space. We recommended a 3-wide casement window to bring in plenty of sunlight and fresh air at once. Installing it in the kitchen was a thoughtful choice—it helps the space feel bigger and brighter. And when opened, these windows quickly clear out any smoke or cooking smells, keeping the air fresh. The homeowners love the views, the ventilation and the overall upgrade.

This historic home received an upgrade with Pella Reserve — Traditional windows, designed to honor its original charm. The crisp white wood frames blend seamlessly with the existing style, while modern touches like upgraded screens and better airflow bring extra comfort. Now, the homeowners can enjoy their new windows year-round on the Cape—and they couldn’t be happier.