As a first time home buyer, you may find certain aspects of the design complex from a decision-maker standpoint. While you have the freedom to choose whatever design you prefer, it can be hard to focus on a final answer in specific design areas.

Some of these difficult decisions can be as seemingly easy as the window size. While most people believe it won’t matter as much, as a first time home buyer, it can feel like a big part of your house’s design.

That’s because it is. Here are four benefits of large windows that will make you switch if you’ve already chosen small ones:

Large windows will allow more air into your home

While it may seem like a no-brainer, most homeowners fail to consider air circulation. You want to go for large windows since they allow more air into your home, which means you won’t have to spend an absurd amount to keep your home’s cooling bearable. You won’t need to rely on a centralized air conditioner to keep your home cooled at all times.

They make the house feel wider and more spacious

While you won’t be adjusting and enlarging the actual area of your home, large glass windows will make your house seem and feel more spacious. It’s one of those perspective things that humans are familiar with. The eyes trick the brain into perceiving more space if it sees something wider—in this case, the outside environment—even in an enclosed area. 

Because you have a view of the outside, your eyes make you think that you’re surroundings allow you to move more freely. Unlike with smaller windows, large windows will give you a sense of space in your home.

More natural light can enter

You’re not just letting your home be cooled naturally, but you’re also allowing it to be illuminated by natural light. Because more light can enter through larger glass windows, you get to save on unnecessary lighting, especially during the day. You also won’t need to turn on the lights every time you do something in the kitchen or in your workspace. 

Even so, having more natural light coming in can be extremely annoying if you’re trying to relax in the living room or something similar. As such, you want to install curtains to dim the area when needed. Overall, installing curtains is significantly better than turning on the lights just to navigate your home.

Large windows give you a wonderful view

If you have a backyard filled with trees and plants, or your home is near nature, installing large windows will allow you to enjoy that view. What’s better than sightseeing nature is having a space to feel safe and secure while you drink your early morning beverage. 

As large windows give you a fantastic view of the outdoors, you can just sit back, relax, and savour the fresh air coming in from the green-filled scenery.

Sometimes, decision-making needs to be based on practicality. While small windows are perfect for aesthetics purposes, if you want to save more on energy costs and take advantage of natural lighting, going for large windows is a great, reasonable decision. 

With SIBA Homes, we make home design and construction an easy and enjoyable process. If you’re planning to build your custom luxury home in Richmond Hill & the GTA, get in touch with us today, and let us help you!