ISSUE #: 658 2-14-2025
Comparing Sliding vs. Swinging Windows

The architectural style of your home helps determine the type of windows you'll likely install, but you can always switch things up to better suit your goals. Get acquainted with the two major categories of operable windows—sliding and swinging—and see which is a better fit for your aesthetic and practical needs!

Affordable Vinyl Windows in Fixed and Sliding Formats

If you're looking for a budget-friendly solution, Encompass by Pella® windows offer durable, low-maintenance vinyl construction and a great warranty that'll put your mind at ease. This line includes single- and double-hung, side-to-side sliding, and fixed picture windows to outfit homes with traditional style beautifully. They also meet or exceed ENERGY STAR® guidelines in all 50 states!
Transitional Collection | House Plan 10147

If you want an updated home based on traditional architecture, give our collection of transitional designs a try! These homes come in all sorts of looks, encompassing everything from today's very popular modern farmhouses to streamlined and simplified Craftsman, Mediterranean, and Scandinavian styles. House Plan 10147 is one of the former—this spacious ranch layout features four split bedrooms, an open great room with a vaulted ceiling that continues out over the back porch, and plenty of brightening glass all around!