Professional Builder Magazine travels inside the Integrity Windows and Doors facility to find out what makes Ultrex fiberglass so different.
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Oversized windows and doors make a wilderness home come to life. With its simple lines and monochromatic colors, Knoll House is a study in architectural understatement. That’s because every element was chosen specifically for its ability to marry the home’s sylvan surroundings with the design itself. Even before the owners had the home built for…
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The Marvin Windows and Doors team draws inspiration from innovative manufacturers and trends on display at Dwell on Design, the largest modern design fair on the West Coast. The window and door industry doesn’t exist in a vacuum – it’s a dynamic business that bends, shifts and innovates along with the pulse of worldwide design.…
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Our second installment of window tips in partnership with the experts at Fine Homebuilding tackles the list of popular window materials, and the pros and cons of using them in your next project. Planning a new build, remodel or a window replacement project can be overwhelming, especially when there are many variations of window and door…
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Extending the view in one of the home’s most popular rooms. Whether your style is traditional, modern, or somewhere in between, a kitchen tends to be the heart of the home. Often a central spot where family and friends gather to socialize and celebrate, your kitchen deserves a view as spectacular as the festivities it hosts. We’ve rounded up…
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After renting a charming summer home for years, homeowners sought to recreate the rustic lodge-style feeling in a new dwelling that won “Best Traditional New Construction” in the 2017 Marvin Architects Challenge. The first time these homeowners laid eyes on the gray-shingled, slightly ramshackle “Big Camp” located in coastal New England, they were in love. They rented…
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Coastal storms certainly exceed a typical windy rain shower, and it’s no surprise that these extreme weather conditions call for a different caliber of window and door solutions. Homes on the coast or in hurricane impact zones demand stronger protection against the elements, so it’s important to understand impact-resistance, impact ratings and other measures for creating a shield against extreme…
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How the 2017 Marvin Architects Challenge “Best Remodel” winner brought form and function back to a failing city landmark. Westborough, Massachusetts is a classic New England town, home to a quaint city center that had one unfortunate problem – a Town Hall building that was inefficient, underutilized and inaccessible. At the time of the renovation in 2016, less…
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Marvin and the experts at Fine Homebuilding magazine team up to share a few smart window selection tips that can deliver long-term value. Tip 1: Understand the Consequences of Low Quality Windows Low-cost windows can be pricier than they first appear. Like any weak link in the building envelope, poor-performing windows require a larger HVAC system and…
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When Marvin’s new Designer Black painted interior finish meets Room & Board’s cultivated cool home furnishings, it’s hard to not be inspired by the potential of a classic color. An all-black window or door can add instant drama and sophistication to any space, whether it’s a contemporary dining room, a modern classic bedroom, or a…
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