1. Make it a focal point
Windows don’t need to play second fiddle to the other decorative elements in a room. If you’ve got a killer view, it pays to take them as large as the space (and your budget and planning regulations) will allow. Wrapping an oversize window around the corner of a room, as the architect has done here, makes it the undeniable star of the space.
Howes Design Co
2. Add texture
Fluted or reeded glass, with its delightful, ripple-effect surface, is a genius choice for internal doors. Not only does it add a touch of old-world charm to a space, but it allows you to close off a room without sacrificing light.

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3. Soften with curves
Curved walls, ceilings, furniture – there’s no denying that round, voluptuous lines are back with a bang in 2020. A rounded window adds softness to a room and allows you to follow a curvaceous roofline, as the architects have done here.
DFJ ARCHITECTS
4. Add angles
Forget boring vertical surfaces – highlight an interesting wall or ceiling shape with oversize, angled windows. Opting for bold black frames, like the ones here, emphasises the dramatic shape of the windows, while adding louvres allows you to catch the breeze on a hot day.