Choosing Windows for New Builds: A Comprehensive Guide to Crittall’s Modern Solutions

  • 23 January 2025
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Black steel door for Crittall's home of the year 2022Choosing windows for a new build is about far more than just looks. With today’s stringent energy standards and ambitious designs, the right windows can make all the difference. Here at Crittall Windows, we harness more than 175 years of innovation to create solutions that not only meet today’s challenges but are ready for those of tomorrow.

Building regulations v. style: who wins?

Gone are the days when building regulations were seen as constraints on creativity. Crittall’s steel windows solutions demonstrate how technical excellence can enhance rather than compromise design ambition. By incorporating sophisticated thermally enhanced technology, these windows don’t merely satisfy UK building regulations; they exceed them, offering housebuilders and developers a future-proof solution that combines outstanding performance with architectural elegance.

Design flexibility: Where innovation meets tradition

Steel T60 windowsFrom sleek contemporary developments to sensitive heritage projects, the unmistakable slim profiles of Crittall windows have become a hallmark of considered design. For example, Oxford University’s new residential and academic building at Trinity College, where our windows make a major contribution to the building’s sustainability credentials while seamlessly bridging the gap between historic grandeur and modern functionality, creating a space that is both inspiring and practical.

Crafting tomorrow’s heritage today

In an era where sustainability isn’t just desirable but essential, Crittall offers a compelling narrative of durability and environmental consciousness. With a lifespan that can exceed 60 years, our steel windows represent an investment in the future. Their impressive longevity, coupled with exceptional thermal performance, makes them particularly attractive for those looking to create buildings that will stand the test of time while minimising environmental impact.

Setting new standards in thermal performance

Steel windowsCrittall’s steel window systems aren’t just solution – they’re a testament to engineering excellence. Our Homelight range, for instance, is perfect for residential new builds. These windows feature double weatherstripping and high-performance insulating glass units for superior energy efficiency and heat retention. Their hot-dipped galvanisation and architectural grade polyester powder coating also ensures long-lasting durability and corrosion resistance. Combined with some of the slimmest profiles available, Crittall steel windows offer a winning combination of efficiency, strength, and outstanding aesthetics.

Quality assurance and accreditation

In the complex world of construction, reputation and reliability matter. Crittall’s impressive array of accreditations – from BSI Kitemark certification to the Made In Britain mark – offers peace of mind to architects and developers. These aren’t just badges of honour; they’re a reflection of a company-wide commitment to excellence that permeates every aspect of production.

Investment in Crittall products

While premium quality commands a premium price, the true value of Crittall windows becomes apparent when viewed through the lens of whole-life costing. Lower maintenance requirements, reduced energy costs and exceptional durability create a compelling financial argument for choosing steel windows in new build projects.

A clear vision for the future

Interior shot of light grey steel french doors with sidelightsThe decision to specify windows for a new build project carries implications that will resonate for decades. Crittall’s modern solutions offer more than just windows – they provide a gateway to creating buildings that are both beautiful and practical, efficient and enduring. As the construction industry continues to evolve, these innovative window systems demonstrate how traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology can combine to create solutions that are perfectly aligned with the demands of contemporary architecture.

For architects, developers and self-builders working in the new build sector, Crittall windows represent an investment in quality that will be appreciated not just on completion day, but for generations to come. In a world where the only constant is change, they offer something increasingly precious: the confidence that comes from choosing a solution that is built to last.

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