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ARCHITECTURE 3.0
. Windo s, Doors, and Shutters
Objectives
Designcustomwindow,doorandshutterpatternsthatdrawfrom regional island patterns and details.
Utilizehighperformancewindowsandincorporatesustainabledesign measures to minimize heat gain, provide ventilation and maximize daylight.
Utilizecurrenthurricaneprotectionstandardstospecifyglasswindow, door and shutter types and details.
All windows and doors are to be broad openings, deeply recessed, and shaded by overhanging roofs. Walls are to be mainly composed of a pattern of windows and doors that may be opened up to take advantage of the outdoors, views, and breezes.
• When specifying doors, windows, and/or shutters, consider using salvaged materials or reusing and refinishing existing doors.
• Glass, window, door, and shutter design is to conform to all applicable hurricane standards for specifications regarding glass, trim details, and construction.
Windows
• Windows or window groupings are to be sized to be in scale with the exterior wall on which they occur. Window design is to utilize a consistent style and/or vernacular on all sides of the building. All windows are to be recessed a minimum of 3 inches.
Figure . - Window and Shutter Samples
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