Bay Windows
the elegant way to invite light, views, and extra space inside.
OVERVIEW
Invite more daylight, create extra seating, and give your home real curb appeal with beautifully crafted bay windows from Impact Architectural Systems.
A bay projects outward from the main wall, adding floor space and framing wide panoramic views. From Victorian terraces to modern extensions, a well-designed bay windows can transform a room in one installation.
What is a bay window?
Bay window is a multi-panel window that protrudes from an exterior wall to form a bay inside the room. Common layouts include:
- Canted (traditional): three panes with angled sides
- Box bay: right-angled returns for a crisp, contemporary look
- Bow bay: four or five slimmer panes with a gentle curve
- Oriel: a first-floor projection supported by corbels or brackets
Each style increases glass area and draws in light from multiple directions. As a result, living rooms feel larger, kitchens feel brighter, and reading nooks become natural focal points.
Why choose an Impact bay?
We design, fabricate, and install bays to exact site dimensions so the new window fits your elevation, roofline, and interior finishes from day one. Slim profiles maximize glass precision hardware gives smooth daily use; high-performance glazing helps keep rooms comfortable year-round. If you’re exploring a wider remodel, pair your bay with aluminum windows across the elevation for a unified aesthetic.
Materials & finishes
Aluminium
For slim sightlines, long life, and colour choice via durable powder coat
Dual-color
Options to match exterior brickwork and interior décor.
Heritage detailing
(glazing bars, deep cills) when a period look suits the street scene.
Glazing Options
Low-E double or triple glazing
To cut heat loss and help manage solar gain.
Acoustic laminates
Acoustic laminates for homes near busy roads or rail.
Tinted or solar-control glass
Tinted or solar-control glass On south-facing bays to reduce glare.
If you’re comparing window types, our team can walk you through u-values, spacer choices, and glass build-ups in plain English.
Bay windows ideas that elevate your space
Looking for bay windows ideas that add both function and style? Here are client favourites:
Window seat & storage:
Add a deep chill and built-in bench to create a cozy reading spot with hidden drawers beneath.
Dining nook:
Turn an underused corner into a light-filled breakfast space.
Desk in the bay:
Perfect for remote work with inspiring views.
Blinds in frame:
Integral blinds deliver privacy without cluttering the reveal.
For homes opening to the garden, coordinate your bay with bifold doors or sliding doors across the rear to create a bright, connected living zone.
Materials & finishes
Structure
New bays can require a small roof (hipped, flat with lantern, or lean-to) and appropriate support; replacements are surveyed for lintels and bearings.
Ventilation
Discreet trickle vents can be specified where needed.
Security
Multi-point locking, laminated glass options, and specifications.
Compliance
For replacement work, you’ll want a FENSA-recognized installation and certificate. Learn more at FENSA for homeowners.
Advantages of Bay windows
Compared with a flat casement, a bay window:
- Increases usable floor area for seating or storage
- Captures light from multiple angles
- Improves sightlines down the street or out to the garden
- Adds architectural character from the outside as well as inside
Our process
Ready to talk bifold windows?
Share your drawings, rough opening sizes, or simply the ideas you’re exploring we’ll shape a
proposal to match. Contact the Impact team today.
